5 Must-Haves for Your Greece Staycation
When preparing for your Greece staycation, you may not be sure as far as what supplies to bring with you. After all, how many times have you gone on a vacation right in your own town? Well no worries. Take a look below at some must haves for your Greece themed staycation so you can be prepared to experience Greece as best as you can!
- Flag of Greece
Get in the theme by flying the flag of Greece in your own home. This bright blue and white flag can be made using simple crayons and paper or even construction paper. If you want, you can also snag one on Amazon for around $5 with free shipping on qualifying orders. Nothing will make you feel like you are in Greece more than seeing the flag and colors of this wonderful land in your own home.
- 101 Facts of Ancient Greece, Book
This book is a fantastic resource for all things Greece. You can learn the names of some of the cities, the customs, and all about the culture in a way that is fun and family friendly. It is also a great resource for some colorful images and pictures to inspire you! Available for just 2.99 on Kindle!
- Grecian food
Do not forget that tasty food and treats are a huge part of the culture in Greece. Some of the items you can buy from your local deli include olives, lamb, pita, hummus, yogurt, and fresh fruits and cheeses. Gather a collection up of these tasty foods so you can dine just as they do in Greece.
- Sounds of Greece CD
Enjoy the sounds of Greece with some authentic Greece music. You can find selections at your local library or even on Pandora. Look for free music downloads on the internet so you can enjoy your meals and activities with some authentic Grecian sounds. If you want, Amazon offers a Sounds of Greece CD for as low as $12.
- Greek inspired clothing
Opt for sandals, laurel wreath crowns (see our tutorial – coming July 18th!), tunic style gowns, belts, wide brimmed hats, and fabric wraps. These are all items you would seen worn in Greece in ancient and current times. Use the internet to look up more styles and get inspired!
Have you been to Greece? If you have, what was your favorite part? If you have not visited the country of Greece before, what do you most wish to experience?