Maria Paravantes

Maria Paravantes

Maria Paravantes writes out of Athens, Greece, about what she loves most: travel, food and culture. Born and raised in Chicago, she is a seasoned media professional with 25+ years of journalistic experience covering tourism and travel, gastronomy, arts, music and culture, economy and finance, politics, healthcare and social issues for international press and media, including Huffington Post, The Telegraph, Reuters, Billboard, and Time Out, among others. She is also the founder of TheGreekVibe.com, which is the ultimate go-to source for all things Greek. When she is not traveling, Maria loves to explore on foot, uncovering the secrets and stories behind destinations, cultures, and music. She loves to share her finds and is passionate about creating experiences using the power of the written word.

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