ROOMS, HOUSES AND HOTELS IN NAFPLIO

ROOMS, HOUSES AND HOTELS IN NAFPLIO

The gorgeous former Greek Capital is one of our very favourite places in Greece, in fact anywhere! It’s the sort of place you could easily spend a week or more and its great value too. These are the rooms, houses and hotels in Nafplio that we love and recommend....
HIGHLIGHTS OF CORINTH AND PELOPONNESE TOUR (overnight)

HIGHLIGHTS OF CORINTH AND PELOPONNESE TOUR (overnight)

To many people, The Peloponnese peninsula on the Greek Mainland is the ‘real’ Greece, where things have not changed much at all over the centuries despite the fact that many people have discovered it. This is an area where you could easily spend a month or...
ATHENS SANTORINI MYKONOS ITINERARY

ATHENS SANTORINI MYKONOS ITINERARY

Athens, Santorini & Mykonos are the most popular destinations in Greece for good reason. Their iconic landscapes and historic sites make them some of the most photographed places in the world. This itinerary ensures you make the absolute most out of your visit to...
SKOPELOS HOLIDAYS – A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ISLAND OF MAMA MIA

SKOPELOS HOLIDAYS – A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE ISLAND OF MAMA MIA

PDF Button Located in the Sporades Islands north of Athens Skopelos was chosen as a major filming location for good reason. Lush, covered with verdant trees and with crystal clear water Skopelos holidays really are where dreams come true. Our complete guide to...
ATHENS AIRPORT HOTELS – WHERE TO STAY IN TRANSIT IN ATHENS

ATHENS AIRPORT HOTELS – WHERE TO STAY IN TRANSIT IN ATHENS

Athens airport is almost an hour from the city center and around 90 minutes from Piraeus Port by car. It is always a good idea to be back in the capital the night before your flight home and often easier and quicker to stay somewhere close to the airport. These are...
21 OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN GREECE

21 OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN GREECE

Choosing 21 of the most beautiful places in Greece is not an easy task. The reality is we could have included hundreds of places in this article – it truly is one of the most diverse and picturesque countries in the world. It’s one of the world’s...
LESSER KNOWN GREEK ISLAND ALTERNATIVES

LESSER KNOWN GREEK ISLAND ALTERNATIVES

Greece remains one of the most popular travel destinations in the world, attracting over 40 million visitors in 2024. Sadly, like many destinations, this can lead to issues with mass tourism in some areas, so rather than the usual places on the well-worn tourist path,...
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF PAXOS GREECE

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE MAGICAL ISLAND OF PAXOS GREECE

Located south of Corfu in the Ionian Islands, Paxos Greece is an idyllic Greek Island that many say is one of the best-kept secrets in the country. Small, lush, covered with verdant trees and with crystal clear water, Paxos has enough authentic villages and tavernas...
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO GORGEOUS SYMI ISLAND, GREECE

A COMPLETE GUIDE TO GORGEOUS SYMI ISLAND, GREECE

Located only 90 minutes from Rhodes by ferry Symi Island is considered one of the prettiest islands in Greece. In fact, its small harbour is considered one of the most beautiful in all of Europe. Popular with day-trippers from Rhodes and Kos it is also worth...
WHAT IS THE MELTEMI WIND IN GREECE?

WHAT IS THE MELTEMI WIND IN GREECE?

The Meltemi winds were known by the Ancient Greeks as the Etesian northerly winds. They result from a high-pressure system over the Balkans area and a relatively low-pressure system over Turkey. This wind polarises many people, with locals often welcoming it while...
DISCOVER SYROS ISLAND, THE CAPITAL OF THE AMAZING CYCLADES

DISCOVER SYROS ISLAND, THE CAPITAL OF THE AMAZING CYCLADES

Located just 2 hours south-east Athens by Fast Ferry or north of Santorini is the capital of the Cyclades Islands, Syros. Also known as Siros or Syra this island is very different from the others in the group with its colourful neo-classical buildings and many...
VISIT AMORGOS ISLAND GREECE

VISIT AMORGOS ISLAND GREECE

Located around an hour south-east of Naxos or 2-3 hours north-east of  Santorini is the rather extraordinary Cycladic island of Amorgos. With its beautiful beaches, pretty towns and authentic farms and villages Amorgos is also home to one of the most incredible...
HOTELS OR AIRBNBS IN GREECE?

HOTELS OR AIRBNBS IN GREECE?

PDF Button One of the questions that comes up the most in our Facebook Group is whether to books Hotels or Airbnbs in Greece. For many people who are used to using Airbnb’s back home, especially in the USA, they seem like the best choice and there is a belief...
A COMPLETE FOLEGANDROS TRAVEL GUIDE

A COMPLETE FOLEGANDROS TRAVEL GUIDE

PDF Button Located right in the middle of Santorini and Milos is the lovely island of Folegandros. Quiet, original and stunningly beautiful this may not be the island all your friends have been to but this is where you can have an authentic Greek experience with few...
VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN GREEK FOOD

VEGETARIAN AND VEGAN GREEK FOOD

 If you’ve been planning a trip to Greece but have hesitated over food concerns, don’t worry there is a huge selection of food for you! Instead, bookmark this list we’ve put together of the best vegetarian and vegan Greek food you can find all over the country.  There...
FERRIES IN GREECE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FERRIES IN GREECE – FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

The ferry system in Greece is the biggest and most efficient in the world. During summer, there are over a hundred ferries connecting the Greek Islands and mainland ports at any given time. The boats are well-maintained and have an excellent safety record. Using...
DISCOVER THE BEST GREEK ISLAND HOPPING ROUTES

DISCOVER THE BEST GREEK ISLAND HOPPING ROUTES

PDF Button If you are planning an amazing island-hopping vacation in Greece then chances are you may be quite confused about the multiple Greek Islands ferry hopping routes that are possible! Here we cover all the main potential routes that the ferry companies cover...
DAY TRIPS FROM PAROS

DAY TRIPS FROM PAROS

Paros Island is one of our favourite places to visit in Greece and there is a lot to see and do there, from beaches to historical sites, great beach clubs, bars and restaurants and some fantastic shopping too. But there are also some fantastic Day Trips from Paros...