Information about the most popular islands in Greece
Greece is home to 6,000 islands, around 200 of which are inhabited. Choosing which one to visit can be a daunting task; they’re all beautiful and well worth your time. Believe us, the most visited Greek islands are popular for a reason. Tourists from all over the world flock there for their golden sandy beaches,…
Rhodes is one of the most popular and famous Greek islands. And for good reason: it’s truly stunning. The island combines breathtaking nature with superb historic architecture. Not only that, but its restaurants and bars are some of the best in the country. We visited Rhodes several times, including in winter. Once, we went with…
No matter how many beaches you’ve seen in your life, Elafonisi is in a league of its own. What’s more, going on a day trip to Elafonisi from Chania is easy and fun. We’ve been two times and loved it! Elafonisi is on the southern shore of the island. The place is basically two beaches,…
You have to go on a day trip to Lindos from Rhodes Town. Now, if you have time, spend the night. Lindos is one of the cutest and most impressive little towns in all of Greece. Besides, the atmosphere is magical. Lindos has everything Greece is famous for: pristine beaches, historic architecture, gorgeous nature, delicious…
Agios Nikolaos is a cute little town on the northern coast of Crete. You can go there on a public bus directly from Heraklion in approximately 1.5 hours. It’s a lovely journey along the coast, so be sure to grab a window seat. Approximately 30,000 people live in the city. Due to its fantastic weather,…
Of all of the things to do in Crete, a trip to Rethymno is mandatory. I went with my parents a couple of years ago. The city’s architecture, vibe, history and beaches blew our minds, so I came back with my husband. Rethymno is kind of in the middle of Crete, on its northern shore….
Deciding where to stay in Heraklion is essential to enjoy your trip to Crete to the max. The island’s capital and biggest city is a fantastic destination in itself. The spectacular Knossos is only a step away. Heraklion has traditional neighborhoods and contemporary ones. The city has museums, parks, archaeological remains, markets, shops, churches, monuments,…
We moved to Greece 6 years ago. One of the first islands we visited was Rhodes and its beautiful capital. There are so many things to do in Rhodes Town that we go back all the time. Greece’s fourth biggest island has it all: culture, food, archaeology, beaches and warm hosts. Not only that, but…
Deciding where to stay in Chania, West Crete is not as easy as it sounds. Our favorite city on our favorite island in Greece is a sight to behold. That’s why you can’t go wrong. Chania has very different neighborhoods. All you have to do is pick the one that’s right for you. The city…
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…
The only reason why you should decide between Chania or Heraklion is time constraints. If you have enough time, do yourself a favor and go to both places. As you probably know, we moved to Greece a couple of years ago. Since then, we’ve been traveling extensively around the country, both on the continent and…
You’ve probably been dreaming of going to Crete for a long time. We had been since we moved to Greece and were lucky to visit this past June. The weather was perfect, and we enjoyed no crowds. Crete is not only the largest Greek Island, but also its most spectacular one. Beautiful cities, ancient sites,…