Tag: Greek Islands
Greek islands on a budget
You are probably wrong if you think you cannot travel to the Greek islands on a budget.I was born and raised in Greece and have visited several islands. Some of them were...
Things to do in Anafi – The ultimate travel guide
Things to do in Anafi The ultimate travel guide to Anafi (*2025 Update*) Anafi is a remote island in the Aegean Sea with fewer than 150 permanent inhabitants. It lies in the southeastern part...
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 sun sets in the caldera of Santorini. It...
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 one of Greece's hidden gems and top places...
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 from Schinoussa and vice versa.On the way to...
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 Koufonissia. Despite its size, there are various things to do...
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 or pushing yourself beyond the limits. I, after...
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 pointing his finger at my shoes. He held...