Cyclades Travel Planning
If there’s one image that most of us associate with Greece, it’s that of a whitewashed village on a Cycladic island. The unique architecture of these stunning islands is one of the reasons why we fell in love with Greece. Everybody knows Santorini and Mykonos. They are among the most popular Greek islands. However, there…
The first time we got to Mykonos we were not that impressed. Granted, the beaches are super nice and the vibe is fun. However, we thought it was a bit overpriced and crowded. What made us change our minds was Delos, one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. In fact, going to Delos…
Ermoupoli is one of the most beautiful small towns in Greece. Founded during the Greek War of Independence by refugees from other islands, it soon became the country’s main port and a major commercial center. The city flourished throughout the 19th Century, and many buildings from that period give it a distinct neoclassical appearance. Though…
The first time we visited Tinos we were shocked to discover that it’s one of the less touristy Greek islands. Even though it’s part of the Cyclades Archipelago, it receives far less tourists than Mykonos, directly in front. You see, Greece is so beautiful and has so many islands that you can always find the…
If you dreamed about the perfect little town, in the perfect Greek island, then Parikia is for you. The settlement has all that makes Greece famous: archaeology, beaches, blue domes, cute plazas, whitewashed houses, delicious food and warm hosts. Parikia is one of our favorite spots in the Cycladas. Though not fully under the radar,…
Serifos has a special place in our hearts. It was one of the first islands we visited before moving to Greece. Now that we live in Athens, we visit regularly. Since it’s only 62 miles (100 km) from the port of Piraeus it’s easy for us to go. In fact, we try to go to…
If you are wondering whether to go to Santorini or Mykonos, you are lucky. We are talking about two of the most beautiful islands in the world. Santorini and Mykonos are in the Cyclades, the most famous group of islands in Greece. However, though equally gorgeous, they are quite different. Therefore, they cater to different…
Maybe Tinos is not the first Greek island that comes to your mind when you think of a summer holiday. Other Greek islands are far more popular. Not that there’s anything wrong with the likes of Santorini or Mykonos. We’ve been there and loved them. However, Tinos Island is amongst the nicest less visited islands…
Sifnos is everything a Greek island should be. The not so touristy island boasts blue crystalline water, pristine beaches, lovely nature, cute little towns, delicious food, 300 churches, historic buildings, archaeology, and incredible hospitality. Located a couple of hours away from Athens, the island is part of the Cyclades, in the heart of the Aegean…
Deciding to go to Syros, the gorgeous off the beaten path Greek island is easy. Indeed, Syros is perfect if you want to experience the best of Greece: beaches and culture. We know the island pretty well, so we’ll help you decide where to stay in Syros. Syros has hotels for all tastes set amongst…
Sifnos and Serifos are some of our favorite islands in the Cyclades archipelago. Located just a step away from Athens in the Aegean sea, they boast extraordinary beaches, charming old towns, and killer sunsets. What else could you possibly ask for? Greek delicious food and superb hospitality complete the feast. No matter how many pictures of…
The first time we went to Mykonos we were already living in Athens. A friend from the US announced he was visiting Mykonos in late June. We couldn’t say no to visiting Mykonos with a friend. This experience was quite different to our time in Santorini. We’ve been back to Mykonos, in different seasons. We…