The Opinionated Travelogue of a Photo Maniac
By virtue of its location – in southeastern Europe – Greece enjoys a milder climate than the rest of the continent. While in most parts of Europe the weather starts to get miserable in the fall, many places in Greece enjoy perfect weather in October, so they are perfect to visit. Visiting these Greek destinations …
Greece in October: Best Places to Visit in the FallRead More
Planning a trip to Greece and not sure what to wear? Greece is one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations, filled with ancient history, stunning archeological sites and mesmerizing beaches. But figuring out what kind of clothes to pack can be tricky, especially if it’s a place you’ve never visited before. Well, no need to …
Delphi is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in all of Greece, next only to the Acropolis of Athens. So whether you plan to spend a couple of days in Delphi or visit it as a day trip from Athens, you are going to have a wonderful time here! This extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage site …
Athens certainly has a lot to offer in terms of history and culture, but it also makes a great base for day trips in Greece’s mainland, the Peloponnese, or even the nearby islands. There are plenty of fascinating places to discover in this region, whether you are looking for peaceful beaches, historic monuments, or archeological …
6 Perfect Day Trips from Athens for Archeology LoversRead More
Nafplio was the highlight of our road trip in the Peloponnese. An incredibly picturesque seaside town with beautiful beaches, buzzing squares, a vibrant port, two hilltop castles and even an offshore island fort! But despite being one of Greece’s most picturesque coastal towns, Nafplio is often overlooked by visitors in favor of the more glitzy …
5 Interesting Things to Do in Nafplio (+ 3 Day Trips)Read More
Monemvasia is not at all the superficial and cliché destination that I expected. On the contrary. The commending medieval castle of Monemvasia was one of the most memorable places we visited in Greece during our road trip in the Peloponnese. Hanging on the side of a solitary rock, the fortress seems to be gazing down …
Monemvasia – Exploring the Longest Inhabited Castle in GreeceRead More
If you are a first time visitor to Athens you probably wonder how many days to spend in the city, or if it’s even worth visiting. Most people land in Athens on their way to other destinations in Greece, so they don’t plan to spend more than a day or two here, at the most. …
How Many Days in Athens Are Ideal for Your First Visit?Read More
The Peloponnese peninsula is undoubtedly one of Greece’s most beautiful regions, home to so many UNESCO-listed archeological sites, fascinating coastal town, soaring mountains and countless turquoise-water beaches. So if you are looking for a great place to spend two weeks in Greece while exploring the country’s ancient history and natural beauty, I can’t think of …
Two Weeks in the Peloponnese – Complete Road Trip ItineraryRead More
Epidaurus is one of the places that brings back great memories from our road trip to the Peloponnese. In ancient times, Epidaurus was an important commercial center on the eastern coast of the Argolid, in the northeastern Peloponnese. Today the city is mostly famous for its well preserved Ancient Theater which sits near the sanctuary of Asclepius, …
The Sunken City of Ancient Epidaurus – Wonders of the PastRead More
