The New Acropolis Museum

Located on the southeastern slope which leads to the Acropolis, the New Acropolis Museum is the largest modern building erected so close to an ancient site. The glass hall offers panoramic views of the Acropolis and the Parthenon. The museum houses more than 4,000 ancient works divided into the following collections: The Acropolis Slopes The…

Getting from Hydra to Santorini

Both Hydra and Santorini are very popular among tourists. Hydra is one of the most popular islands to visit on a day trip from Athens. It’s a non-motorized island, so getting around is usually done on foot, water taxi or donkey. Santorini is probably the most known Greek island, famous for its sunsets, wines and…

“Greece: Instructions for use” – Greece Book Review

Remember those annoying “intro” pages of any travel guide meant to give you a short description of what the country you are visiting is all about? The part you most often skip just to make sure you get to the interesting stuff about museums, hotels, restaurants and attractions? I’m guilty of doing that as well…

Ferries from Crete to Gavdos (and return)

The Gavdos to Crete ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Gavdos is the southernmost Greek island and the southernmost point in Europe. The tiny island is home to only about 50 inhabitants year round. There aren’t any hotels although there are limited numbers of rooms for rent. However, you might end…

Getting from Athens to Corfu (and return)

Corfu (Kerkyra) is the northernmost of the Ionian Islands and one of the most popular vacation destinations in Greece. Travelers flock here during the summer to enjoy the lovely beaches and great weather. Also, the islands boats a picturesque Old City with narrow streets and a romantic promenade area. The Venetian Castle is another important…

Ferries from Thessaloniki to Lesvos [no longer exists]

UPDATE April 2019: Upon checking the updated schedule for 2019, this direct route was not found on booking sites or schedule sites. You can now take the bus from Thessaloniki to Kavala then ferry to Lesvos or fly from Thessaloniki to Lesvos. ***** The Lesvos to Thessaloniki ferry schedule is available at the bottom of…