Kalymnos

Kalymnos (alternative spelling: Kalimnos) is part of the Dodecanese group , well known for its beaches, sunshine and limestone climbing cliffs. It is also popular for the natural sponges which can be purchased here. Location It is located to the west of Bodrum (Turkey), between Kos and Leros. How to get to Kalymnos Kalymnos is…

Zakynthos (Zante)

Zakynthos is the third largest of the Ionian Islands and a very popular island among tourists. Beautiful beaches, lovely places to visit and a relaxed atmosphere, make Zante a great choice for your summer vacation. How to get to Zakynthos Being an island, Zante is served by ferries from mainland Greece and other Greek islands.…

Ferries from Naxos to Rhodes (and return)

The Rhodes to Naxos ferry schedule is available at the bottom of the article. Naxos is one of the islands in the Cyclades group , popular among tourists for the beaches , excellent food and interesting places to visit. Rhodes is one of the most popular Greek islands, part of the Dodecanese group Rhodes or…

Paros

Paros is a Greek island in the Cyclades group . It is a very popular vacation destination among locals and foreigners. The beautiful beaches, the charming villages and the interesting things to see, make a vacation in Paros a very good idea. How to get to Paros The island is located centrally in the Cyclades,…

Kos

Part of the Dodecanese group , Kos is the second popular island after Rhodes. It is also the third largest in the group. Kos is the birthplace of Hippocrates, the father of medicine. You can still see here the ruins of the ancient city and the castle. The view for the highest point in the…

Naxos

Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades group. Its fertile land allows for agriculture to be the main source of income for the locals. You’ll find most of the shops and restaurants in Naxos Town (or simple “Hora”). How to get to Naxos You can get to Naxos by plane from Athens. The flights…

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 to and from Crete

Crete is a very beautiful and exciting Greek island. Many come here for the excellent beaches. But Crete is also an excellent destination for those want to explore nature or spend a romantic vacation. One of the most romantic ways to get to Crete is by ferry. When you look for ferries between islands, you…