From white pebbled beaches to majestic peaks dressed in vibrant flora, Kefalonia, the largest island in the Ionian Sea, is a slice of Greek paradise. The fact that travellers favouring neighbouring Zakynthos often overlook Kefalonia is a big part of what makes it special. Kefalonia has a laid-back authenticity that other, more touristed Greek islands …
Narrowing down the best Greek island for couples isn’t an easy task. When people think of Greece, they often envisage a romantic getaway, and for a good reason – the country is home to some of the most beautiful and culturally rich islands in the world. Greek cuisine is delicious, the people are warm and …
Mykonos is world-renowned as a glamorous party island that features not only chic bars and boutiques but also a landscape that epitomises the Greek Isles. Along with pristine beaches, the beach clubs on Mykonos are some of the best in the Greek islands. Throw in typical white-washed buildings, blue-domed churches, cobblestone streets and quaint greek …
Can’t decide which Greek Island to visit? Here are five beautiful, must see Dodecanese Greek Islands you may never have heard of. Have you ever wondered how many Greek Islands there are? There are a staggering 6,000 Greek Islands scattered throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas, 227 of these are inhabited. The islands are such an …
House sitting has been our primary mode of travel for the past five years. It enables us to travel longer, slower and live local. We have house sat across three continents and cared for everything from dogs to donkeys, yachts to B&B’s (and some very angry geese!) House sitting in Europe is especially great for us as it …
REVIEW AthensWas Hotel. Athens is a city where ancient history lies side by side with modern society. At every turn, ancient ruins form part of the urban landscape. Whether dining in the shadow of the Acropolis or looking at ruins of the ancient city partially excavated next to the main road. Whichever way you look …
Have you ever dreamt of sailing in the Mediterranean on your own private yacht? If you thought this type of holiday was only within the reach of the rich and famous – Think again! Sailing the calm, unspoilt waters of the southwest Turkish coast and the Greek Dodecanese Islands. Seven glorious days, indulging in the beauty …
Discover one of the best Greek Island experiences in the Dodecanese Group of Islands – Leros Island The Aegean hides a little secret just off the Turkish coast, one the millions of tourists who circuit the Greek Islands on package tours and cruise ships don’t know about – Yet! Amongst a group of islands known …
The island of Leros, one of the Dodecanese group of Greek Islands (the “other” Greek islands), has a very chequered past. Leros sits closer to the Turkey coast than it does to the Greek mainland. A fabulous holiday destination, there is so much to do on Leros, but there is no more fascinating aspect to this …