Best of Greece: Secret Spots Where The Locals Go
PUBLISHED ON MAY 24, 2018
An inveterate traveler, Mina Agnos is listed in Travel + Leisure's A-List of the world's top travel agents and is one of Conde Nast Traveler's Top Travel Specialists. Her leadership and passion have been instrumental in the growth of Travelive, a company that specializes in personalized travel experiences.
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A Guide to Travelling the Greek Islands in Style
PUBLISHED ON APRIL 3, 2018
If you’re going to wing your way to the Aegean for a romantic (or otherwise) rendezvous, you’ll definitely want to experience a few different islands. Each has its own distinct feel, and you can hop from one to the other via ferry or puddle-jumper plane. Consider enlisting expert help from a boutique agency like Travelive, which will sort out stylish accommodations, transport and itineraries, and assign you a concierge on call 24/7 to help out if something goes awry (like our chaotic five-hour ferry delay due to high winds!).
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Paros, The Greek Island’s Secret ‘In’ Spot
PUBLISHED ON APRIL 16, 2018
Mina Agnos and her team of consummate professionals at Athens-based Travelive are experts in arranging customized luxury travel in Greece. They provide top, personalized itineraries with guides, the best hotels, gastronomic picks, transfers between islands and VIP services. If you want authentic Greece at its best, you will love Mina.
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Meet Mina Agnos of Travelive in Boca Raton
PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 4, 2018
Today we’d like to introduce you to Mina Agnos. Mina, please share your story with us. How did you get to where you are today? As a lifelong traveler, my passion compelled me to co-found Travelive in 2001, a full-service luxury travel company specializing in personalized travel experiences based on guest preferences.
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Where Next: Naxos - The Undiscovered Greek Island
PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 2018
Sail to Naxos on Seabourn’s 14-day, round-trip-from-Athens voyage aboard the 458-passenger Seabourn Odyssey. For a customized day of exploration, ask your travel advisor to work with Travel2Greece, a Virtuoso on-site tour connection, to set up shore excursions. Departures: Multiple dates, June 16 through September 8; from $6,999. Travel2Greece shore excursions from $150.
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Crete - Greece's Isle Of Wonder
PUBLISHED ON NOVEMBER 8, 2017
Mina Agnos and her team of consummate professionals at Athens-based Travelive are experts in arranging customized luxury travel in Greece. They provide top, personalized itineraries using private tours and master guides, the best hotels, gastronomic picks, transfers between islands and VIP services. If you want authentic Greece at its best, you will love Mina.
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Living in the World's Most Adventurous Countries
PUBLISHED ON OCTOBER 17, 2017
The mainland is no less impressive. "Imagine seeing views of the Acropolis as you drive into the city centre, or the stunning blue as you drive through the natural limanakia [little ports] between Vouliagmeni and Varkiza," said Mina Agnos, an American who opened the Athens office of luxury tour company Travelive in 2008. "These are things that give me joy every day."
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Greece: Naxos – Gem of the Aegean
PUBLISHED IN SEPTEMBER 2017
Mina Agnos and her team of consummate professionals at Athens-based Travelive are experts in arranging customized itineraries in Greece. They take care of everything from the accommodations, top guides, cultural and gastronomic excursions, transfers between islands, to providing VIP services.
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Why You Should Go To Greece This Fall
PUBLISHED ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2017
How to Arrange: Mina Agnos and her team at the Athens-based Travelive are experts in arranging custom luxury trips in Greece, including easy transfers between islands, not always the easiest in Greece. They're extremely knowledgeable and adept at managing changes in itineraries, also a not uncommon occurrence.
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Greek-American in Greece: Entrepreneur Mina Agnos Q&A
PUBLISHED ON AUGUST 28, 2017
Greek-American in Greece is back! Let's meet a Kansas City Greek living and working in Athens. Introducing… Entrepreneur and Travel + Leisure A-List Travel Advisor, Mina Agnos!
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Why You Should Discover Greece's Gourmet Island
PUBLISHED ON JULY 30, 2017
Mina Agnos and her team at the Athens-based Travelive are experts in arranging custom luxury trips in Greece, including easy transfers between islands, not always the easiest in Greece. They're extremely knowledgeable and adept at managing changes in itineraries, also a not uncommon occurrence.
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Travel Masters
PUBLISHED IN JUNE 2017
The specialists who can help you plan your odyssey.
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These are the Best Undiscovered Beaches in the World
PUBLISHED ON APRIL 21, 2017
The western and northern sides of the island are the quietest and most beautiful—and the latter is where you'll find the stone-walled Porto Zante Villas and Spa, which Greece expert Mina Agnos, president of Travelive, says offers an unsurpassed experience.
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People Who Wake Up At 4am To Work Out Tell You How They Do It
PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 20, 2017
Take Mina Agnos, for instance. As a business owner, mom, and reformed night owl, she said, "My time is limited. I love the early morning schedule because it makes my day feel longer. I get in my workout, then return home to wake up the kids and get everyone ready for their day."
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Island Hopping in Greece: The Perfect 7-Day Itinerary
PUBLISHED ON APRIL 19, 2017
Set up a private charter with Travelive and sail around the cove of Kleftiko, a former pirate hideout where you can swim and dive for urchins. Back on land, stroll around the maze-like pedestrian streets of Plaka, the island's capital, which sits 700 feet above sea level.
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The Best Travel Agents for Europe
PUBLISHED IN AUGUST 2016
It's hard to ask a question about Greece that Agnos can't answer, be it about perennially popular destinations such as the Cyclades or lesserknown corners—her passion—like the island of Melos and private collections at select museums, to which she can arrange exclusive visits.
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The Most Overrated Attractions in Europe (And Where to Go Instead)
PUBLISHED ON OCTOBER 13, 2016
"Most of the popular destinations in Greece are worth the hype and the crowds," says Mina Agnos, president of Travelive, which provides trip planning for travelers to Greece, Italy, Spain, Egypt, and Turkey. "When you have the incredible ancient and UNESCO World Heritage sites, it's hard to say don't go," Agnos adds.
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Turkey Tourism Decimated by String of Deadly Events
PUBLISHED ON JULY 19, 2016
"With the coup attempt, I see that the remaining guests who opted to stick with Turkey are now requesting a change of plans and extending their stays in Greece," Agnos said.
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Is It Okay to Travel to Greece?
PUBLISHED ON JULY 22, 2016
"I often field questions about economic crisis concerns and refugees affecting travel in Greece," says Mina Agnos, president of luxury travel agency Travelive. "Neither has a real effect on travelers to Greece. Greeks are very warm and welcoming and speak a very high level of English."
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Turkish Tourism Likely to Face More Woes Post Istanbul Airport Attack
PUBLISHED ON JULY 1, 2016
"More cruise lines are eliminating Istanbul as a port of disembarkation and reverting to Athens, Greece," said Mina Agnos, president and co-founder of Travelive, an agency specializing in luxury independent travel.
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Greek Island Itinerary: Mykonos, Santorini and Crete
PUBLISHED ON JULY 5, 2016
Travelive/Travel2Greece, a regional specialist with offices in Boca Raton, Fla., and Athens, creates tailor-made itineraries for lovers of food, wine and practically any activity imaginable on the islands.
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How to Help Your Kids Sleep on Planes
PUBLISHED ON MAY 26, 2016
"Select late evening flights from the U.S. to Europe to ensure that kids stay closer to their own sleep schedule," says Mina Agnos, co-founder of Travelive and mother of two.
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All About Ultra
PUBLISHED IN JULY 2016
Luxury Travel Advisor organized its fourth annual Ultra Summit at the Monarch Beach Resort in May, hosting top travel advisors for two days of education, networking and one-to-one meetings with suppliers.
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Just Like That
PUBLISHED IN MARCH 2017
The feeling of lavishness is created with ease in Greece where guests can enjoy a sense of immersion, while connecting with the destination and its people, Mina Agnos, president, Travelive, explained.
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Everything You Need to Know to Plan Your Best Summer Vacation Trip Ever
PUBLISHED ON MAY 27, 2016
"One of the common mistakes that I see often is blindly following reviews," Mina Agnos, president and co-founder of Travelive tells Teen Vogue. "The problem with online reviews is that they are often unqualified."
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50 T+L Readers Reveal the Trips of Their Dreams
PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 26, 2016
Maria Leach posted to Facebook that her dream vacation would be chartering a private sailboat and exploring the Greek islands; A-List agent Mina Agnos can make this happen, with stops at Amorgos, Santorini, Mykonos, and the beaches of Folegandros.
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Six-Pack Abs Begin at 40 Says Agnos
PUBLISHED ON FEBRUARY 1, 2016
"I'm in the best shape of my life" at 41, she told the Journal. "I have muscle tone, my skin has never looked better and my kids (ages 12 and 9) think what I'm doing is really cool." Life begins at 40, indeed.
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Destinations
PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 28, 2015
"As popular destinations in Greece are reaching capacity and others are developing, there has been a shift toward considering more sides of Greece like Milos, Folegandros, Ios and Naxos." Mina Agnos tells Travel Weekly
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At 41, the Best Shape of Her Life
PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 18, 2016
The president of Travelive, a tour company that customizes luxury vacations in Greece and the Mediterranean, Ms. Agnos splits her time between Athens and Boca Raton, Fla. Last summer, her running route took her past Synergy Fitness Boca. She walked in and asked what it would take for her to get a six-pack. She left with an outline for a highly regulated diet and exercise plan.
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All About Aviation Insiders Interview with Mina Agnos, President and Co-Founder, Travelive
PUBLISHED ON JULY 17, 2015
Mina Agnos has built a successful career on her passion: travel. In 2001, she co-founded Travelive, a company in which personalized travel experiences are created based on guest preferences and expectations.
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Live Like A Local: Get to Know More Than Just Mykonos and Santorini
PUBLISHED ON DECEMBER 23, 2015
Mina Agnos, co-founder and president of Travelive, knows Greece extremely well. We asked her for an up close report of one of her favorite destinations there and she's shared her tips for visiting Ios, from the best beaches, to the bars and how to live like a real local.
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Heading to Greece? What to Know Before You Go
PUBLISHED ON JULY 7, 2015
"Our company and our partners remain financially solid, so we don't have any concerns in terms of not being able to deliver the services that people have booked with us," says Mina Agnos, Travelive's president and co-founder.
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Is Your Trip to Greece in Jeopardy? Maybe, Or Maybe Not
PUBLISHED ON JULY 16, 2015
"It is important to note that Greece remains safe, warm and welcoming," says Mina Agnos, the president of Travelive. The tourism infrastructure is unaffected and the economic problems are "not being felt" by visitors, she says.
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9 Vacation Spots That Are Better (and Cheaper) Than the Places You Want to Go
PUBLISHED ON MAY 28, 2015
The 30 spacious rooms at the four-star Lagos Mare Hotel, with a pool, bar, and sea views, are a steal at $120, says Mina Agnos, a Greek travel expert with Travelive.
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Going to Greece? Bring More Euros Say Tourists
PUBLISHED ON JULY 1, 2015
According to Mina Agnos, president of Travelive, a tour company that specializes in customizable luxury vacations in Greece and the Mediterranean; it's always smarter to travel with more forms of payment.
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50 T+L Readers Reveal the Trips of Their Dreams
PUBLISHED IN SEPTEMBER 2014
T+L A-List advisor Mina Agnos (seven days from $35,000 for up to four people) recommends a weeklong sail from off-the-map Amorgos, in the Cyclades, to Santorini, with stops in Mykonos and the untrammeled beaches of Folegandros.
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Europe Just Got Even Cheaper for U.S. Travelers
PUBLISHED ON MARCH 11 2015
For a hotel, try Athens Gate, overlooking the Temple of Olympian Zeus, says Mina Agnos of Travelive.
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Greece: By Land or Sea
PUBLISHED IN AUGUST 2013
Travelive, a company based in Greece, which focuses on luxury experiences, will consult with travel advisors to build an itinerary for clients focused on culinary, shopping or archaeological excursions...
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Best Family Getaways
PUBLISHED IN AUGUST 2013
If getting in a history lesson or two is a priority, try a guided trip through mainland Greece created by T+L A-List travel advisor Mina Agnos (from $250 per person per day). Here, the ultimate driving itinerary, from Athens to Meteora and back.
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Wildfires in Greece Kill Dozens Near Athens
PUBLISHED ON JULY 25, 2018
Mina Agnos, one of Condé Nast Traveler's top Greece travel specialists, says things are mostly business as usual outside of the areas affected. "The events following yesterday's fires were absolutely devastating for Greece, but they are not such that travelers to Greece need to be concerned about their trips, unless they specifically visiting the affected areas outside of Athens," she says. "I am currently working from our Athens office located on the Athenian riviera in Voula, approximately 20 kilometers (12 miles) from downtown Athens and 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Athens International Airport."
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12 Once-in-a-lifetime Dining Experiences Around the World, According to Travel + Leisure's A-List Advisors
PUBLISHED ON MARCH 18, 2021
"When in Mykonos, skip the Michelin restaurants for a day to try the truly unforgettable and out-of-the-box culinary experience on Rhenia. A team of professional chefs takes you by boat from Mykonos to the famous UNESCO protected Rhenia island to create an authentic Greek feast — all with your help." — Mina Agnos, Travelive
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What Will You Find If You Go To Greece This Summer
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 1, 2020
Those who go will find a different experience than they have seen in the past. “We’re seeing requests for travel in late summer and fall this year but certainly not the volume of previous seasons,” explains Mina Agnos, President of the upscale custom travel organizer Travelive. “There will also be less supply this year. We’ve heard from hotel companies that operate a number of hotels in a destination that might only open one or two. Some companies aren’t opening at all.”
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How to Plan the Perfect European Villa Vacation
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 1, 2020
Many firms focus on whitewashed rentals in the Cyclades, but the lineup at Travelive spans the whole of Greece, including the Peloponnese and Crete. Company cofounder and president Mina Agnos, who’s on T+L’s A-List of the world’s best travel advisors, vets homes as well as immersive activities …
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Greece Update: No COVID-19 Tests Or Quarantine For Tourists This Summer
PUBLISHED IN MAY, 2020
Danielle Rudic, the public relations and marketing manager for Travelive, a luxury destination management company with offices in Boca Raton, FL and Athens, has provided Travel Agent with the following update on Greece and we’re delighted to share it with you here.
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Beauty Tourism Is A Quietly Flourishing Global Industry
PUBLISHED ON OCTOBER 3, 2019
"We're constantly bombarded with images of what we are 'supposed' to look like, from the perfect set of pearly whites to wrinkle-free faces and cellulite-free bodies," says Mina Agnos, president and co-founder of Travelive. "With travel becoming easily accessible to everyone, having a nip-tuck in another country doesn't seem like mission impossible anymore."
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How To Have The Perfect Honeymoon In Greece
PUBLISHED IN JULY, 2019
“The months we would suggest for a perfect honeymoon in Greece are May, June, September, and early October,” said Mina Agnos, the president and co-founder of Travelive, which specializes in creating unique travel experiences in Greece. “You will avoid the crowds, the heat and most importantly you will have the option to save quite a few dollars by arriving before or after the peak season.”
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10 Incredible Natural Wonders to See in Your Lifetime, According to T+L's A-List Advisors
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 30, 2021
"I have to start with Plitvice lakes in Croatia, along with sleeping in the plush new treehouses near the National Park. I would also suggest a five-to-seven-day cruise around Kornati islands with a visit to Telašćica Nature Park and, of course, island Mljet—which is often overlooked and provides one of the most pristine settings in the Mediterranean. Mljet is considered the mythical island of Ogygia where, according to Homer, Caliope held Odyseuss prisoner." — Mina Agnos, Travelive
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The best hotels in Santorini to book now that Greece is open to US travelers
PUBLISHED ON MAY 11, 2021
"Santorini, and the Greek islands in general, are ideal for post-pandemic travel because most services take place outside and visitors won't spend a lot of time indoors or in closed spaces with others," says Mina Agnos, president of Travelive, a luxury travel firm that has been sending mainly US-based clients to the island for 20 years.
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Greece takes a gigantic leap of faith on Covid
PUBLISHED ON APRIL 24, 2021
Mina Agnos, founder and president of inbound destination management company Travelive, says holiday bookings for Greece from her clients, 70% of whom are North American, are coming in thick and fast.
"We've had a lot of early bookings, especially for August and September. I think September will be peak season this year," she says.
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In travel's return, Greece stands out, and operators rush to meet demand
PUBLISHED ON DEC 07, 2022
Mina Agnos, president of the luxury destination management company Travelive, said early bookings at her firm are up 30% compared with pre-Covid numbers. "We are seeing spending that is 43% higher than in 2019 on a per-itinerary basis, and guests are staying longer by [more than] five days, including more travelers from the U.S. staying three to four weeks or more."
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13 Cheapest Islands to Visit Around the World
PUBLISHED ON JUNE 13,2024
“Brač is a stunning island with a location that is … easily accessible to Split,” says Mina Agnos, Travelive. It’s also home to the famed Zlatni Rat, one of the best beaches in Croatia. Prices will vary depending on which city or town you stay in on the island, but for the most part, she says Brač has quite a few options for accommodations and activities. “Unlike, its more famous counterpart, Hvar, Brac offers more local authenticity. Additionally, hotels are available across the island offering town or beach locations. In Hvar, hotels are centered around Hvar town and availability is very limited,” adds Agnos.
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