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Where to stay in Sifnos in 2026? Apollonia, Platis Gialis or Kamares (+ Map)

Trying to decide where to stay in Sifnos? This brief guide gives an overview of the best places to stay in Sifnos, and my recommendations based on my own trip to Sifnos. Sifnos is one of the most peaceful islands in the Cyclades, which is the most famous group of islands in Greece. Where to stay in Sifnos depends on the type of trip you are … Continue reading Where to stay in Sifnos in 2026? Apollonia, Platis Gialis or Kamares (+ Map)

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Destination Guides, Islands & Beaches, Milos

Milos Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, Places to Visit & Best Tavernas

Milos is one of the best Greek islands to visit in the Cyclades, with more than 70 beautiful beaches, charming Cycladic villages and awe-inspiring sights like Klima fishing village, Mandrakia’s harbour, Kleftiko Caves and the other-worldly Sarakiniko Beach. In this Milos Travel Guide, I’ve shared the best things to do in Milos, the best villages in Milos, the best beaches and the best restaurants in … Continue reading Milos Travel Guide: The Best Things to Do, Places to Visit & Best Tavernas

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Destination Guides, Milos

Where to Stay in Milos in 2026? Pollonia, Adamas or Plaka

Milos is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece and is becoming more and more popular with international travellers. The best places to stay in Milos are Pollonia, Plaka or Adamas. In this guide for where to stay in Milos, I’ll share tips for the best places to stay in Milos and the pros and cons of each of the popular villages. My personal … Continue reading Where to Stay in Milos in 2026? Pollonia, Adamas or Plaka

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Greece

7 Best Places to Visit in Greece in 2026

Greece is one of the most idyllic travel destinations in the world. From the whitewashed Cycladic villages of Paros, to the dozens of gorgeous beaches in Milos, to the vibrant, ancient streets of Athens to the distinctive Venetian, Turkish and Jewish quarters of Chania in Crete, the best places to visit in Greece offer endless discovery. Greece is famed for its thousands of islands, approximately … Continue reading 7 Best Places to Visit in Greece in 2026

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Cyclades, Greece, Islands & Beaches, Nature, Paros

Paradise found: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

With traditional, white-washed Cycladic villages straight out of central casting, dozens of pretty beaches and a handful of ancient ruins, it’s a miracle that Paros isn’t already overrun with tourists. This idyllic Cyclades island is one of the most beautiful in Greece, and is getting more popular with every year. Paros is home to beautiful villages like Parikia, Naoussa and Lefkes, dozens of beaches and … Continue reading Paradise found: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

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Crete

Crete Travel Guide: Where to go, stay & what to do (2025)

Crete is the largest island in Greece, and one of the most unique. It’s an enormous island, and feels somewhat like a country of its own. Crete has a long history under several different civilisations, and the lingering influence of the Ottomans, Venetians, Byzantines and Romans, give Crete a distinct character and energy, unlike anywhere else in Greece. I’ve written this Crete travel guide as … Continue reading Crete Travel Guide: Where to go, stay & what to do (2025)

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Athens, Destination Guides

Highlights from 2 Days in Athens

Athens is not the most glamorous European city, but it is full of beautiful, wondrous things. It’s a place I often find myself defending, because I think it’s too easily overlooked in favour of more polished European cities and the idyllic Greek islands. When we spent two weeks in Greece, Athens was our final stop, after visiting Paros, Milos & Sifnos. It was  my third … Continue reading Highlights from 2 Days in Athens

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Milos

Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

The colourful fisherman houses in Klima are a must-visit in Milos. Unlike the traditional blue & white buildings typical to the Cyclades, Klima bucks the trend with a rainbow of colours splashed across doors, balconies and windows of tiny syrmata, traditional fishing huts that hug the cliffs. Between the colourful syrmata and the view across the bay, I think Klima is one of the most … Continue reading Klima: Milos’ stunning, colourful fishing village

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City Guides, History, Paros

Parikia Guide: Paros’ Captivating Capital

Parikia is the capital of Paros, one of the most beautiful Greek islands in the Cyclades. Parikia is the capital of Paros and the island’s major port, yet it’s also one of the loveliest villages on the island. In this guide to Parikia, I’ve included tips on where to stay, the best things to do in Parikia & a few of my favourite places to … Continue reading Parikia Guide: Paros’ Captivating Capital

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Cyclades, Destination Guides, Islands & Beaches, Milos

Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

Milos is one of the most beautiful Cyclades islands in Greece, and an excellent alternative or addition to a trip to Santorini or Mykonos. Of the seven Greek islands I’ve visited so far, Milos is my favourite! Below, I’ve shared my highlights from our 5 days in Milos, which includes some of the most beautiful beaches, like Sarakiniko and Firopotamus, and dazzling fishing villages like … Continue reading Highlights from 5 Days in Milos, Greece

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