Hydra
Hydra is one of the closest islands to Athens and is popular, and quite unique, for a number of reasons. Many believe it has one of the most beautiful harbour’s in all of Greece and it is dotted with restored homes mostly belonging to wealthy Athenians.
There are no cars or scooters on Hydra which also adds significantly to its appeal and over the years it has attracted a large number of famous artists and bohemians including Leonard Cohen who called it home for 20 years.
If you don’t have time to spend a few days (or weeks) on Hydra then its is really worth a day trip from Athens which is quite doable.
You may also like
NAFPLIO HOTELS AND MORE – A GUIDE TO THE GORGEOUS FORMER CAPITAL
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...
IS DINNER IN THE SKY ATHENS WORTH IT?
If you are visiting Athens then dinner at one of the wonderful rooftop restuarants with an Acropolis view is going to be one of the most memorable meals of your life. Dangling at a table 50 metres above the ground may not exactly be on a rooftop but it is equivelant...
TOP ATHENS BEACH CLUBS AND BARS
Many Greeks will tell you that the best kept secret in Athens is the Athenian Riviera. Locals flock there every weekend year round, and many wealthy Greeks also reside there. The beaches are great and there is a growing number of clubs, bars and restaurants that are...
THINGS TO DO IN AEGINA, WHERE TO STAY AND MORE
The island of Aegina is in the Saronic group of islands, which are the closest to Athens. Tucked in around the Saronic Gulf to the southwest of the capital these islands have relatively good weather year-round and are protected from the famous Meltemi wind that can...
NEW HOTELS IN GREECE – 2022/2023
Savvy operators forged ahead during the pandemic to complete a number of extraordinary new properties across the country. In 2022 over 50 new hotels in Greece opened with many more planned for 2023. Many of these are in the busy tourist destinations of Athens,...
