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Things to do in Anafi: Beaches, Walks and Quiet Corners of the Island

Anafi is a remote island in the Aegean Sea, with fewer than 150 permanent inhabitants. It lies in the southeastern Cyclades and is less...

Divine Anafi

Dear Barbara, I am now in my beloved Anafi, and I'm happy beyond words. The veranda of my room enjoys the most beautiful sunset views:...

The church of Elytis in Sikinos

The story of the church of Elytis in Sikinos On a prime location halfway to the monastery lies the church of Elytis in Sikinos. Odysseas...

That bus in Sikinos

I would ride every morning that bus in Sikinos, and I would head towards the beach of Agios Georgios. That old bus reminded me of...

Things to do in Sikinos: a travel guide to the most quiet Cycladic island

Sikinos is one of the quietest Greek islands. Located in the Cyclades complex and just a few miles away from busy islands, Sikinos is...

Sikinos is an introverted island

Dear Barbara, Sikinos is very different from Schinoussa. I arrived here just a couple of hours ago, and I can confidently tell you that the...

Iraklia, the island I couldn’t visit

Iraklia is the last island before Schinoussa. The distance between the two islands is barely ten minutes by boat. You can actually see Iraklia...

Things to do in Schinoussa: the ultimate travel guide

Schinoussa is one of the smallest islands in the Cyclades. It belongs to the Lesser Cyclades complex (or Small Cyclades) together with Donoussa and...

Schinoussa, a balcony to infinity

Dear Barbara, I finally arrived in Schinoussa. It was a long journey, but only the long journeys offer an emotional payoff. It's not about conquering...

Aegina: A vast reminder of childhood

A vast reminder of childhood in Aegina. I lay on the beach of Tourlos, and the sun was burning me. An old man was...

Travel & Street Photography Recap 12

Travel & Street Photography Recap 12 I'm writing the Travel & Street Photography recap 12 in Anafi. Of all the places I might daydream all...

Charming Poznan

Dear Barbara, The train from Berlin to Poznan has a distinct smell. At times, I think it smells like chickpeas; I don't know if somebody...

One year of travel blogging: what I learned (+Giveaway)

I can't believe that a whole year went by. On September 27, 2018, I started this travel blog, and today, I'm already celebrating one...

Things to do in Catania: A complete travel guide

Catania probably won't impress you at first. It's one of those introverted cities that doesn't immediately open up to the visitor. There are, however,...

Traveling with an Instant camera (Fuji Instax wide)

Traveling with an instant camera (ex. Polaroid, Fuji Instax, etc.) can be both a curse and a blessing. Instant cameras will add weight to...

Travel & Street Photography Recap 11

Travel & Street Photography Recap 11 I initially thought of not writing the Travel & Street photography recap 11. August is the sweetest month of...

Back to the coast of Alentejo (III)

Dear Barbara, It's early in the morning, and the heat is intense. I thought of leaving Elvas as early as possible to avoid riding a...

Central Alentejo: from Évora to Elvas (II)

Dear Barbara, I'm leaving Zambujeira do Mar behind and heading towards the mainland, known as Central Alentejo. I know: it's tough to leave the coast...