Meteora

Meteora is home to one of the most spectacular sights in Greece: monasteries suspended in air, perched impossibly atop towering rock pillars that rise dramatically from the plains of Thessaly. These aren’t metaphorical descriptions. Byzantine monks genuinely built entire monastery complexes on vertical cliff tops, accessed for centuries only by rope ladders and nets hauled…

Delphi

Delphi is not just another ancient village you should visit while spending time in Greece. It’s much more than that. Considered the center of the world in ancient times—the place where heaven and earth met, the closest place to the gods—Delphi held a power that extended across the Greek world and beyond. This was where…

Alonissos

Why Should You Visit Alonissos? Alonissos is an island that feels untouched by time: pine forests stretch down to pebbled coves, traditional villages cling to hillsides with whitewashed houses and bougainvillea-draped lanes, and the surrounding waters protect one of the Mediterranean’s rarest treasures: the monk seal. It’s a place where nature takes center stage, where…

Thassos

Why Should You Visit Thassos? Thassos is one of those islands that feels like a well-kept secret: the “Emerald of the Aegean” wraps you in lush pine forests cascading down to golden beaches, traditional mountain villages where time moves slower, and crystal-clear waters that glow turquoise in the sunlight. It’s a place where Greek culture…

Kalymnos

Kalymnos (alternative spelling: Kalimnos) is part of the Dodecanese group , well known for its beaches, sunshine and limestone climbing cliffs. It is also popular for the natural sponges which can be purchased here. Location It is located to the west of Bodrum (Turkey), between Kos and Leros. How to get to Kalymnos Kalymnos is…

Zakynthos (Zante)

Zakynthos is the third largest of the Ionian Islands and a very popular island among tourists. Beautiful beaches, lovely places to visit and a relaxed atmosphere, make Zante a great choice for your summer vacation. How to get to Zakynthos Being an island, Zante is served by ferries from mainland Greece and other Greek islands.…

Paros

Paros is a Greek island in the Cyclades group . It is a very popular vacation destination among locals and foreigners. The beautiful beaches, the charming villages and the interesting things to see, make a vacation in Paros a very good idea. How to get to Paros The island is located centrally in the Cyclades,…

Kos

Part of the Dodecanese group , Kos is the second popular island after Rhodes. It is also the third largest in the group. Kos is the birthplace of Hippocrates, the father of medicine. You can still see here the ruins of the ancient city and the castle. The view for the highest point in the…

Naxos

Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades group. Its fertile land allows for agriculture to be the main source of income for the locals. You’ll find most of the shops and restaurants in Naxos Town (or simple “Hora”). How to get to Naxos You can get to Naxos by plane from Athens. The flights…

Cyprus

Cyprus is a popular stop on a European vacation. Although its history is far from being calm, Cyprus is a very safe country to visit. And thanks to being in the European Union, it is also very easy to plan a vacation here. The island is blessed with great weather – scorching hot in July…