Move to Greece
Little Things Greek Americans Don’t Know About Local Greeks
Written By: Will Anagnos
I had a conversation with my sister recently about all the things that surprised her when she moved from America to Greece. It’s pretty interesting, watching her absorb all the same minor cultural shocks I experienced when I left for Greece a few years prior. Let’s say you want to settle down with a nice Greek guy – which my sister has been considering. Chances are, if he’s under 35, he probably still lives with his mother.
I Was Blindsided When I Moved To Greece: Here’s What You Should Know Before You Visit
Written By: Will Anagnos
Before moving to Greece in 2016, I thought I had prepared myself well. I wanted to understand and fit in as much as possible, anticipating the cultural differences I would encounter while living in a foreign country. However, there were many things about Greece — and the Greeks — that I hadn’t expected. Here are a few things that stood out to me: The Way Greeks Communicate Greek conversations can sound intense, even if they’re just casual discussions.
I Moved From Chicago to Greece: Here’s Why
Written By: Will Anagnos
I was raised in a Greek American home. Both of my parents were second-generation Greeks and deeply rooted in their cultural traditions. We went to church every Sunday, celebrated all the Greek holidays, and lived what I thought was a pretty typical Greek-American life. But there was one thing I never fully embraced: the language. Despite being surrounded by Greek culture, I never learned to speak Greek. In fact, I flunked Greek school, and my parents didn’t really push me to learn.