Thessaly Travel Planning
Skopelos Town is so beautiful that in 1978 the Greek government named it a Traditional Settlement of Outstanding Beauty. We’ve been to the town several times and completely agree. Thanks to such status, the town looks straight out of a post card. You will see old mansions with blue windows, quaint squares, churches, tabernas, lots…
If you are visiting Volos or the Sporades Islands, you might consider adding another destination to your itinerary. Mount Pelion, located on a peninsula of the same name, is one of Greece’s most beautiful mountains and is well worth a visit. Among the 24 traditional villages of Pelion, Portaria is the most accessible. Located only…
We won’t lie to you: Larissa is nothing special. Even our friend Eleftheria, who is a native, admits it. Now, that’s precisely why you should visit. The city is authentic, traditional, contemporary, and very Greek. Larissa is in the middle of the country. The city is halfway between Volos and the Sporades Islands on one…
Though Meteora is famous around the world, it doesn’t get all of the attention it deserves. Isn’t that great? Unlike the country’s most popular islands, there aren’t huge crowds of tourists and you can always have alone time. Besides, most tourists visit for the day and leave. Therefore, spending at least one night in Meteora…
Volos is 200 miles (300 km) north of Athens. Most tourists make a short stop on their way to Skiathos or Skopelos. What a mistake! Volos is a fantastic destination in itself! Greece is famous around the world for its cuisine, culture, and incredible beaches. Granted, the islands are absolutely incredible. They get all the…
Skopelos is one of less touristy islands in Greece. We discovered it ages ago and fell in love instantly. Since then, we’ve been back several times and always have a great time. Though the island is not that big, it’s pretty diverse. That’s why deciding where you want to stay in Skopelos is essential to…
Everybody loves Greece. Tourists from all over the world flock to its ancient ruins and sun-soaked islands. However, even experienced travelers don’t know how beautiful the Greek mainland is. The continent is as stunning as the islands but with fewer crowds. We discovered Pelion Mountain on our way to Skiathos and Skopelos Islands. The steep…
Deciding to go to Skiathos, the gorgeous Greek island is easy. Indeed, the island hosts some of the best hotels and beaches in Greece. We know the island pretty well, so we’ll help you decide where to stay in Skiathos. The island is small, and it’s easy to move around even if you don’t drive….
Since we live in Athens, we travel frequently to the Cycladic Islands. As much as we love our city, we need nature, pristine beaches, and crystal blue waters every so often. Last summer we wanted to explore something different. That’s why we took a train to Volos and a boat to Skiathos and Skopelos Islands…
One of our favorite places in all of Greece is Meteora, in Thessaly. The geological formation is in itself magnificent. Fortunately and once again thanks to the Greeks, the Meteora monasteries are equally beautiful. These isolated architectural masterpieces date back to the 14th century and offer unforgettable views. Interiors are equally impressive: medieval frescoes line…