Saronic Islands Travel Planning
We have to be honest, Aegina is not as gorgeous as Santorini, Sifnos or Serifos. However, the island has lovely beaches, delicious food, archaeological remains, monasteries, superb architecture, and an authentic vibe. Since the island is close to Athens, it’s very popular amongst us locals. Athenians have their houses there. For those of us who…
In this post we will compare Aegina to Poros. Both are part of the Saronic Islands, like Hydra and Spetses. The archipelago is pretty close to Athens and the Peloponnese. That’s why we visit every time we want to escape the hassle and bustle of the Greek Capital. You have nothing to worry about, no…
Poros is our go to island in Greece. Our friend Yiannis took us there 5 years ago and we loved it! It’s one of the less touristy islands in the country. In fact, most visitors come from Athens, like us. The island has it all. The main town looks straight out of a movie. It’s…
Going on a day trip to Aegina from Athens is a great idea! This charming island is just a quick 30-mile (50 km) ferry ride away from the Greek capital. Aegina is a perfect destination if you’re looking to escape the city chaos. It’s got a cute town, impressive ancient ruins, some old monasteries, and…