There’s never a bad time to visit Europe but when is the best time to visit Greece? Greece has had significant influence across the planet on arts, philosophy, politics, science, and sports. It’s also home to stunning beaches, over 226 inhabited islands,...
PDF Button Located less than 2 hours 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...
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...
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...
Right next to Milos in the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean Sea is a gorgeous island that few people have heard of let alone visited. Kimolos Island is actually quite accessible given its proximity to Milos and has many similar attractions. With excellent beaches,...
The island of Kos, in the Aegean Sea, is the third largest and second most populous island in the Greek Dodecanese Islands. Located just over 2 hours from Rhodes by ferry, Kos also has an International Airport so it’s easy to see why so many many people choose...
The first capital of modern Greece, Nafplio (aka as Nafplion) is a romantic blend of past and present surrounded by postcard-perfect scenery. Loved by locals and visitors alike, it is situated a stone’s throw from Athens and is the perfect destination for either a day...
Layered with history, imbued with culture, and offering up some incredible cuisine, Thessaloniki is a port city that has all the vibrancy you’d expect from Greece’s second city. Once “the co-capital” of the Byzantine Empire along with Constantinople, the city is known...
Just south of Naxos in the Cyclades Islands in the Aegean Sea is a group of small islands known as the Small Cyclades ( and sometimes the Lesser Cyclades, although there nothing less about them!). One of the more popular ones is the island of Schinoussa, Greece. With...
When planning your trip to Greece and working out the best place to stay in Santorini chances are you have shortlisted Oia as your preferred village. With the iconic blue church domes, jaw-dropping sunsets, and stunning luxury cave hotels it’s no wonder it is...
Crowded, expensive and completely unforgettable. Santorini is one of those places that despite all the bad things you’ve heard and read still manages to exceed your expectations. There’s nothing like it on the planet and if you are going to Greece,...
For a medium sized island there is quite a lot to see and do on Paros. With close proximity to some fantastic neighbours such as Mykonos and Naxos, and a circular shape that allows for easy day tripping its the perfect place to holiday. There’s a fantastic range...
I’m Sandy, a tragic Grecophile hoping to help you have the best trip to Greece you possibly can. I want you to experience the Greek ‘Filotimo’ before you even get there.
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