Picturesque Santorini island is one of the top reasons to visit Greece. Much of its magical appeal comes from its iconic blue dome churches hanging from the staggering drops of the volcanic rock caldera. Set against the glittering Aegean Sea, these churches feature the quintessential Cycladic architecture of whitewashed walls and blue domes. Follow my … Read more
If you’ve daydreamed of running away to an idyllic island to call your own, you might want to consider reading this Tinos Island Travel Guide because sleepy Tinos is capable of stealing your heart. Tinos is one of the most beautiful islands of the Greek Cyclades and in this guide, we’ll cover its ancient paths, … Read more
The best beaches in Tinos are some of the best beaches in the Greek Cyclades islands, but don’t tell anyone! The beaches are diverse and range from pebbly to sandy beaches, and from fully organized beaches to secluded ones where the only amenity is natural shade. Here’s a comprehensive guide for everything you need to … Read more
Ancient ruins are scattered all over Athens, so how do you know which are the best Athens ruins to visit? In this complete guide, you’ll not only have all the practical info you need to visit the best Athens ruins but also why they are so important to Greece and to Western civilization. If you’re … Read more
Located on a high island cliff with a mighty drop to the Aegean Sea, Chora Folegandros (Folegandros Town) is one of the most spectacular island capitals in the Cyclades. It is also one of the more unique Chora in Greece with its many squares connected by rows of houses. Discover everything you need to know … Read more
Searching for the best beautiful Hydra beaches for swimming, diving, and sunbathing? You can find all the information you need to choose the best Hydra beach in my guide to the best 9 beaches in Hydra. There are no easily accessible sandy beaches on Hydra Island, but its pebbled or stone and concrete platform ones … Read more
The waters around Paros are such a startling, unbelievable blue, that a Paros boat tour is a must when visiting this magical Greek island. But there are so many competing operators, that it can be hard to know which destination and type of tour is best for your interests and your wallet. Read on to … Read more
Paros is everything that comes to mind when you think of a Cycladic island – traditional and cosmopolitan, authentic but chic, with sugar cube whitewashed houses and their grandmas sitting in front during the summer evenings. Sandy beaches, traditional villages, tavernas and fine dining, water sports, spa retreats, and loads of ancient and Byzantine history … Read more
Welcome to Greece’s largest island with arguably the best weather of any Greek Island. The fifth-largest island in the Mediterranean, Crete is a whole world in itself, with a unique and distinctive cuisine and an astonishing ancient and modern history. Its beaches are among the best in the world. Its mythology, old Venetian harbors, and … Read more
The very best things to do in Santorini include experiencing a sunset catamaran cruise, boat trips to swim in the hot springs of the volcano, wine tasting, hiking from Fira to Oia, lazing on different colored sand beaches, hanging out at beach bars, cooking classes, visiting Ancient Akrotiri and the Museum of Prehistoric Thera, cliff-jumping, … Read more
Not quite sure if you should choose Naxos or Paros for your next holiday? Here’s the definitive guide to choosing between the two – from their towns and beaches to their nightlife and day trip options, best places to stay, eat and drink – here’s how to choose the best one for your vacation. Paros … Read more
From ancient sites to unbelievably beautiful beaches and bays, here is the complete guide to the very best things to do in Lindos. We cover how to visit the must-see sights of the Acropolis, the medieval Castle of the Knights of St John, beaches, and churches, and give you all the practical info about how … Read more