Getting from Athens to Skiathos (and return)

Skiathos is part of the Sporades Islands, which have a totally different atmosphere than the popular Cycaldes . The islands in this group are fertile, with pine forests on the sides of the mountains all the way down to some of the best beaches in Greece. Skiathos is the best known of this group of…

Getting from Athens to Ios (and return)

Ios is part of the Cyclades and has been emerging as one of the most popular wedding and honeymoon destinations in Greece. It also rivals Mykonos when it comes to the partying scene. Ios is not served by an airport , so the only option if you want to travel without any stopover from Athens…

Getting from Athens to Delphi (and return)

Visiting Delphi is one of the popular day trips from Athens . In ancient times Delphi was considered the center of the world, where the heaven and earth met. The sanctuary at Delphi is dedicated to the God Apollo and is one of the most popular tourist destinations on mainland Greece. Quick Summary Delphi is…

Places to Eat in Athens

Rating the places to eat in any city is a challenge. We all have different tastes and there are few places which appeal to everyone. While most of the travelers who visit Athens appreciate the Greek cuisine and look for restaurants serving traditional food, others might want to experience other cuisines as well. Here is…

Discount Cards in Athens

Those who travel quite a bit in Europe are used to the discount cards (or passes) available within a city, which combine the public transport with free entrance or discount at major sites. In Athens , there is no such thing as Athens Pass. So you cannot get a combined pass to save both on…

Free Things to do in Greece

The first thing to do when planning a trip is setting a budget. While the flight and accommodation will represent the bulk of your travel budget to Greece, other expenses will add up in no time. In general, Greece is not an expensive destination, but we are all happy to be able to save some…

Luxury hotels in Athens

Booking.com Independent traveling is generally associated with a low budget and therefore the need to look for cheap flights and affordable accommodation. But there are also moments when we want to be pampered and the idea of spending a vacation in a luxury hotel seems a very good one. Whether you plan your honeymoon, want…

Boutique hotels in Athens

Booking.com What is a boutique hotel? “Boutique hotel” is a term popularized in the United States and the United Kingdom to describe intimate, usually luxurious or quirky hotel environments. They are not chain-affiliated and provide a personalized accommodation and services. The boutique hotels are typically furnished in a theme, stylish manner. Boutique hotels began appearing…

Top Archaeological Sites of Greece

Greece is an excellent destination for those who are interested in history. Some of the best Greek islands for history buffs include Delos, Paros, Aegina and Rhodes ; but incredible archaeological sites can be found all over the main land as well. Here’s a list of the top archaeological sites in Greece: The Acropolis of…

Ferries from Athens to Thessaloniki (and return) [no longer available]

The Thessaloniki to Athens ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the post. While there are plenty of ways to get from Athens to Thessaloniki – bus, train, car – , taking the ferry for such a long distance represents a very interesting experience. You’ll get a chance to talk to locals and fellow…

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