Aegina
AEGINA Aegina is located in the Saronic Gulf near Athens and offers a serene island experience. With its rich history, natural beauty, and Mediterranean charm, it’s a perfect destination for a day trip or an extended vacation. The island is only 40 minutes from Athens...
A DAY TRIP TO AEGINA FROM ATHENS
The island of Aegina is just 40 minutes from Athens and is in the Saronic group of islands. It is so close that many people live and commute between the two and this makes it a year round destination as well. With some significant archeological sites and historical...
3 WEEKS IN GREECE
If you are lucky enough to be planning 3 weeks in Greece then you are about to embark on the trip of a lifetime. This itinerary covers five incredible Greek Islands, the amazing capital Athens and the extraordinary monasteries of Meteora, including where to stay, how...
TOP THINGS TO DO IN LEFKADA ISLAND GREECE, AND MORE
PDF Button Lefkada is a very beautiful island in the Ionian Sea that is a hidden gem among the many spectacular Greek Islands. There are a lot of things to do in Lefkada and the beaches are some of the best in Europe but with no airport, it is often overlooked by its...
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO SPETSES ISLAND, GREECE
The island of Spetses 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...
THESSALONIKI
THESSALONIKI Thessaloniki, also known as Salonica, is the second largest city in Greece and is often referred to as the City of Ghosts due to its rich and often turbulent history. Over time in this city, there has been a myriad of different religions and ethnicities...
PATMOS ISLAND – THINGS TO DO ON PATMOS AND MORE
The island of Patmos, in the Aegean Sea, is the third most populous island in the Greek Dodecanese Islands and it is believed to be where St.John wrote the Book of Revelations in The Bible. It is a pretty island with good beaches and a number of historical sites and...
VISIT IKARIA – THE ISLAND OF MODERN DAY IMMORTALS
PDF Button Thought to be the place where the hapless Ikarus fell to his death after his wax wings melted, if you visit Ikaria today you will meet some of the oldest people in the world. This Northern Aegean Island is a certified ‘Blue Zone’ and much...
SARONIC ISLANDS CRUISE – A GREAT DAY TRIP FROM ATHENS
PDF Button The Saronic Islands are the closest group to Athens and are home to some of the most beautiful and fascinating destinations in Greece. Located along the Saronic Gulf west of the Capital the islands can be reached in under an hour and are often a great...
HIKING IN GREECE
Hiking in Greece is a popular activity and is it any wonder why! The entire country is a giant museum, with ancient archeological sites, medieval villages, modern monuments and stunning landscapes at every turn. Greece is also very mountainous which means it is full...
GREECE TRIP PLANNER – LET ME HELP YOU ORGANISE YOUR DREAM VISIT TO GREECE
Greece Trip Planning Consultations Are you overwhelmed by the amount of information you’ve come across about Greece and the number of decisions you need to make? Prefer to book things yourself rather than rely on a travel agent on the other side of the world,...
THE PELOPONNESE
THE PELOPONNESE Arguably the best value and most fascinating region of Greece, The Peloponnese region on the Mainland is a must see destination for everyone. Covering an area of more than 21,000 square kilometres the peninsula is located West of Athens and starts at...
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...
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 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...
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
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...
A COMPLETE GUIDE TO KIMOLOS ISLAND, GREECE
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,...
KOS HOLIDAYS – A COMPLETE GUIDE TO THE HOME OF MODERN MEDICINE
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...
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