Ferries from Athens to Karpathos (and return)[Updated 2026]

Karpathos is one of the Dodecanese islands famous for the natural sponges which are harvested here. It is basically two islands into one: mountains in the northern part and beaches in the southern part. Scuba diving and windsurfing are also popular, making Karpathos a great choice for those looking for an active vacation. So ,…

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

The Sifnos to Paros ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Paros is one of the Cyclades‘ most popular islands — beaches, great food, and ferry connections that make it an easy base for island hopping. Sifnos, a short ride to the west and located between Antiparos, Serifos and Kimolos , is…

Greek Orthodox Good Friday

Good Friday — or Great Friday, as it’s known in the Orthodox tradition — is one of the most solemn days in the Greek calendar. While the date shifts every year, the rituals and meaning behind them have stayed essentially the same for centuries.