Mykonos is a beautiful Greek island known for its stunning beaches, vibrant nightlife, and picturesque villages. While it’s a relatively small island it can be challenging to get around, especially in summer when the crowds and the cruise ships seem to be a...
Planning a trip to Greece in 2023 Planning a trip to Greece can be both incredibly exciting and completely overwhelming. We’ve done it multiple times and yet each year presents new challenges as we flesh out the best Greece itinerary to include new places...
PDF Button The weather in Greece in May can be a bit variable as the air temperatures start to warm up but water temperatures are still cool, so working out which are the best Greek Islands in May can be a challenge. There are some great places to visit particularly...
Packing for a trip to Greece is exciting but often also overwhelming, especially if it’s your first visit. Many people over-pack and then end up regretting the luggage they have to drag around especially when island hopping in Greece. If you are visiting between...
The weather in Greece in October can be tricky as the temperatures cool and the wind is still an issue,and working out which are the best Greek Islands in October can be a challenge. There are, however, some places that are still great to visit particularly in the...
PDF Button Catching a Ferry in Greece is part of the whole Greek Island experience and can be very memorable. They are efficient, chaotic and fun all at the same time but they can also be overwhelming, especially Piraeus, which is the largest port in Europe....
Athens Santorini and Paros are some of the most popular destinations in Greece. Their iconic landscapes and historic sites make them some of the most photographed places in the world. This Athens, Santorini and Paros itinerary ensures you make the absolute most out of...
PDF Button Travelling to any new country can be overwhelming and there is often a plethora of conflicting information available. Greece seems to attract a particularly unique set of myths and misleading advice often based on limited exposure by inexperienced...
Packing a good set of walking shoes for Greece is imperative. With so many incredible wonders, towns, villages and sites to explore you can easily clock up thousands of steps a day and on lots of cobblestones and uneven surfaces too. These are our pick of the best...
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Athens Santorini Crete are three of 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...
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 these...
PDF Button 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...
The ferries in Greece are some of the most efficient and busiest in the world. During summer there are hundreds of them connecting between the Greek Islands and mainland ports at any given time. The boats are well maintained and have an excellent safety record. Blue...
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...
Most people who visit Greece head to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos as a point of priority. One of our favourite islands is in between both of them and offers many of the same things as its famous neighbours but without the crowds or the price tag. Here is all...
Most people who visit Greece for the first time are probably going to want to visit the beautiful Cyclades Islands, home to the sugar cubed blue and white buildings and and the famed sunsets of Santorini. As you plan your trip you will be researching all the things to...
PDF Button Choosing the best place to stay in Greece can be overwhelming with a huge array of accommodation to choose from. But there is a lot more to this incredible country than just hotels and Airbnbs. This is our pick of some of the best unusual and unique places...
For many people visiting Italy and Greece is a dream come true but it can be a long way to go and often a once in a lifetime trip. If you have never been to either country but have limited vacation time to use then how can you maximise your Italy and Greece itinerary...
PDF Button Most people who visit Greece head to the islands of Santorini and Mykonos and they rarely fail to deliver. With the white sugar-cube houses, cobblestone streets, incredible bars and restaurants and heaps of things to see and do they remain Greece’s...
I’m Sandy, a tragic Grecophile married to a Greek and hoping to help you have the best trip to Greece you possibly can. We want you to experience the famous Greek ‘Filotimo’ before you even get there.
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