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)

Genevieve LaurenApril 9, 2026April 9, 2026Leave a comment

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

Genevieve LaurenApril 1, 2026April 1, 2026Leave a comment

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

Genevieve LaurenMarch 14, 2026March 14, 2026Leave a comment

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

Genevieve LaurenAugust 1, 2025September 2, 20258 Comments

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

Genevieve LaurenJuly 23, 2025July 23, 20255 Comments

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

Genevieve LaurenJuly 22, 2025July 22, 20252 Comments

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

Genevieve LaurenJuly 19, 2025July 19, 202514 Comments

Milos

Mandrakia: Milos’ most beautiful fishing village

Mandrakia is the most beautiful traditional fishing village in Milos, Greece. The sleepy fishing village is built around a tiny circular harbour with colourful boat garages built into the sides of cliffs, a tiny church, Zoodohos Pigi, overlooking the village, and a restaurant, Medousa, with spectacular views over the crashing waves. Milos has several gorgeous fishing villages and well-preserved traditional Cycladic villages, like Klima, Plaka … Continue reading Mandrakia: Milos’ most beautiful fishing village

Genevieve LaurenJuly 5, 2025July 5, 202510 Comments

Destination Guides, Islands & Beaches, Sifnos

Sifnos Travel Guide + Map (2025)

Sifnos is a little slip of an island in the Cyclades, often overlooked in favour of its larger neighbours, Paros & Milos. The Greek island is home to 2,500 people and is sparsely populated due to the dramatic mountains that form the island. I’ve written this Sifnos Travel Guide to share some of my favourite finds in Sifnos, including the best villages to visit in … Continue reading Sifnos Travel Guide + Map (2025)

Genevieve LaurenJune 15, 2025March 14, 20264 Comments

Destination Guides, Islands & Beaches, Paros, Travel Itineraries

Itinerary: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

Paros is a stunning Greek island in the Cyclades with all of the traditional, whitewashed villages, dazzling beaches and waterfront tavernas that you could want from an island holiday in Greece, without the extreme crowds of nearby Santorini and Mykonos. This itinerary for 3 days in Paros includes time spent in the islands three major villages; Parikia, Naousa and Lefkes, as well as some of … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Days in Paros, Greece

Genevieve LaurenJune 5, 2025September 2, 20255 Comments

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