Milos Beaches

Why Are the Beaches in Milos So Special? Ask anyone who’s been to Milos what they remember most and chances are they’ll say the beaches. While many Greek islands are known for long stretches of golden sand, Milos is famous for something completely different. Thanks to its volcanic origins, the coastline is full of dramatic…

The Cyclades: Greece’s Most Iconic Island Group

If you’ve ever seen a photo of Greece and thought “I want to go there”, chances are you were looking at the Cyclades. Whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, volcanic beaches, and crystal-clear water stretching as far as you can see. It’s the postcard version of Greece, and it absolutely lives up to it.

Ferries from Naxos to Paros (and return) [Updated 2026]

The Paros to Naxos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Naxos and Paros are two of the Cyclades‘ most beloved islands — and for good reason. Between the beaches, the food, and the endless things to explore, either one could easily fill a whole trip on its own.

Ios

Why Should You Visit Ios? Ios has a reputation that precedes it: legendary nightlife, backpackers dancing until sunrise, and beach parties that blur into the next day. And yes, all of that exists, particularly in Ios Town (Chora) where the clubs and bars create one of Greece’s most electric party scenes. But there’s another Ios…

Ferries from Mykonos to Naxos (and return)[Updated 2024]

Naxos is the largest island from the Cyclades group and is filled with interesting places to visit and things to do. One of the best ways to travel between the Greek islands is by ferry. And if you plan to hop between the Cyclades, a very popular route is to take a ferry ride from…

December in Greece

If you are after the off-season discounts, light crowds and a colorful Christmas filled with traditions, then you should visit Greece in December.

Ferries from Santorini to Syros (and return) [Updated 2023]

The Syros to Santorini ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Syros, one of the Cyclades, is off the tourist track so if you are looking for authentic Greek culture and way of life, this is the place to check out. The city of Ermoupolis is small and charming while the beaches…

15 Days in Greece: Smaller Cyclades Islands

For many travelers planning a 15 Day Vacation in Greece must include at least some of the very well known islands, such as Santorini or Mykonos , along with visiting either Athens or Thessaloniki . But Greece has a particular charm which can be best experienced on smaller islands, where the atmosphere is far from…

Amorgos

Amorgos is the easternmost island of the Cyclades . It is one of the hidden Greek islands and also one of the most romantic Greek islands. Amorgos is not the place to visit if you cannot part with luxury resorts. Instead if you are looking for the real Greek island experience, traditional tavernas and a…

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