Spetses Island

Located very close to the mainland, Spetses is a very popular island among Athenians. They flock here during each summer weekend and during Easter. Private cars are banned and the accommodation is quite limited but this doesn’t stop tourists from flocking here.

Karpathos

The island of Karpathos is basically two islands in one: the northern and southern parts have been isolated by a vertebra of cliffs. The northern part is mountainous, while the southern part is home to the beautiful beaches. Location and How to get to Karpathos Karpathos is one of the Dodecanese islands , located between…

Cyclades

Without a doubt, the Cyclades are the most popular Greek islands, attracting thousands of tourists each year. They are famous for the beautiful weather, great beaches and lovely traditional villages. Location The Cyclades are a group of Greek islands in the Aegean Sea, located south-east of the mainland of Greece. They stand south of Athens…

Fourka

Halkidiki (Chalkidiki) was once the prime destination for Europeans but due to the problems of driving through the former Yugoslavia, the area’s popularity started to decline. However, because Fourka is located really close to Thessaloniki, it’s quite easy to fly to Thessaloniki and then take a bus to Fourka. Location Fourka is located at 105…

Patras

Once known as Patra, this “real” Greek city is still concerned with its wine industry, agriculture and catering for tourists. The third largest city in the country, Patras is best known for its Carnival. It’s also linked to Saint Andrew, the patron Saint of the city, who was crucified at the age of 80. Location…

Mycenae

Mycenae, home to Agamemnon and Clytemnestra, is one of the must-see attractions of the Peloponnese peninsula. Once a thriving fortress, it launched the “Mycenean Period”, when the leaders dominated Crete and all the islands in the Aegean. Although its political influence in the region was immense, Mycenae is best known for its mythology.

Corinth

On the Isthmus of Corinth –which links Peloponnese to mainland Greece – stands the ancient city of Corinth. A very important town in ancient Greece, today Corinth is the second largest city in the Peloponnese, attracting tourists and pilgrims alike.

Hydra

Although Athenians favorite “escape island”, Hydra still has a picture-perfect harbor, which immediately absorbs any tourists. Cars aren’t allowed on the island so you will have to use a donkey-taxi to take your luggage to the hotel. Hydra is the perfect destination for any artists. A charming little island still unspoiled by mass tourism, Hydra…

Lesvos (Lesbos)

The third largest of the Greek Islands, Lesvos (Lesbos) is a place preferred by tourists who want to experience real Greece. A unique Petrified Forrest, medieval castles, lovely beaches, museums, traditional villages, hot springs…all unaffected by the mass tourism and yet so welcoming.

Sifnos

Once known for its gold and silver mines, today Sifnos is a well known Greek summer resort. The tourists are fascinated by the whitewashed houses, the culture and religion, while enjoying a magnificent day on the beach or visiting some of the museums on the island Location Sifnos is part of the Cyclades and lies…