Crete is the largest island in Greece, and has a unique culture which reflects its history of occupation by the Romans, Byzantines, Venetians and Ottomans. This itinerary for 4 days in Crete is based on my own trip, when we stayed in Rethymno and hired a car to explore of the Rethymno & Chania regions. There is so much to see & do in Crete, … Continue reading 4 Days in Crete Itinerary: Chania, Rethymno & Beyond
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
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)
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
Sifnos is a tiny island in Greece, in the Cyclades, floating between larger and more popular islands Paros and Milos. We spent 3 days in Sifnos, when we spent two weeks in Greece. Of the three islands that we visited, Sifnos drew the most blank stares. Some of my friends had heard of Paros or Milos, but no one had heard of Sifnos – and … Continue reading The Soulful Cyclades: 3 Days in Sifnos
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Paros is one of the most beautiful islands in the Cyclades, and an excellent alternative to over-crowded Santorini and Mykonos. Most visitors to Paros will stay in either Naoussa or Parikia. Parikia is the capital of Paros and has the port, and Naoussa is a lively seaside village with a high concentration of bars, restaurants and nightclubs. Truthfully, either village is an excellent place to stay … Continue reading Where to stay in Paros? Naoussa vs Parikia
Paros is one of the best Greek islands to visit, especially for first time visitors to Greece. With some of the prettiest traditional villages in the Cyclades, dozens of beautiful beaches and a handful of ancient ruins and historic sites, it’s a miracle that Paros isn’t as overcrowded as nearby Mykonos and Santorini. The island is still blissfully peaceful in most parts, and it doesn’t … Continue reading Paros Travel Guide, Greece: Best Villages, Beaches & More
This itinerary for 3 weeks in France, Italy & Greece is perfect for first time visitors, who want to experience a variety of the best of each country, while maximising their time. France, Italy & Greece are some of the most dazzling countries in Europe to visit, but planning an itinerary can come with a mind-boggling number of decisions. In 3 weeks, if you are … Continue reading Itinerary: 3 Weeks in France, Italy & Greece for First Time Visitors
Cheronissos is a remote beach and harbour on the northern tip of Sifnos, a tiny Cycladic island between Paros and Milos. When David and I spent two weeks in Greece, I think we saw more jaw-dropping beaches in the short time we were there, than I’d seen in my entire life to date. Despite the steep competition, it was the tiny beach of Cheronissos in … Continue reading Cheronissos: Sifnos’ most idyllic beach
Greek weddings are legendary as one of the most vibrant celebrations in the world, so when my friend Lia invited David and I to her wedding in Greece, I was delighted. I love celebrating my friend’s weddings to begin with, but the chance to experience the joyfulness of a Greek wedding was the icing on the cake! The wedding was held in the bride’s hometown, … Continue reading Highlights from 2 Weeks in Greece