Day trips from Athens

While there are plenty of things to do in Athens , you should not miss checking out the close-by destinations, which are excellent for day trips. The islands of Hydra is a lovely choice if you are not looking for a beach destination, while the historic sites at Mycenae, Epidaurus or Sounion are great choices if you want to learn more about the Greek history.

Top 5 Reasons to Visit Greece during Winter

As the summer season draws to an end many think that there’s nothing to do in Greece during winter. Let’s stop for a while and think about what Greece has to offer and doesn’t have anything to do with the summer or beaches. The archeological sites are there all the time and they are not…

Ferries from Athens to Lesvos (and return) [updated 2024]

The Lesvos to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the post. If you are interested in spending time on the beautiful beaches of Lesvos, visiting the museums, checking out the traditional villages and monasteries or just hanging out in tavernas, then you should definitely plan to check out this beautiful island.

Ferries from Athens to Karpathos (and return)[Updated 2024]

Karpathos is one of the Dodecanese islands famous for the natural sponges which are harvested here. It is basically two islands into one: mountains in the northern part and beaches in the southern part. Scuba diving and windsurfing can be practiced it, making Karpathos a very interesting island for those looking for an active vacation.…

Ferries from Athens to Patmos (and return) [Updated 2024]

The Patmos to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Patmos, part of the Dodecanese islands , is famous for the fortress-monastery perched on the hill overlooking the port. Thankfully Patmos is still not over-run by tourists so you can take a break from the overly crowded touristy islands. Thinking of…