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Kimolos Island: a complete guide + one day itinerary

When we visited Milos, everyone told us, “You have to visit Kimolos, it’s one of the best islands to visit in the Cyclades!” So one sunny morning, we hopped on a small ferry from Milos (with our rental car) and spent a full day exploring this tiny island. And wow, what a discovery it was! …

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How to get to Andros from Athens (Rafina) or another island by ferry

So, you’re dreaming of going to Andros Island in Greece? Good choice! We loved our visit to this beautiful Greek island, which is still a hidden gem and a nice break from its busy Cycladic cousins like Mykonos or Paros. There are so many things to do in Andros, such as hiking the stunning trails, …

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Best things to do in Andros: a complete guide + hidden gems and tips

Andros might not be the most famous Cycladic island, but that’s exactly what makes it so special. Just a two-hour ferry ride from Rafina (near Athens), it offers a unique blend of mountain landscapes, fertile valleys, charming villages, and stunning beaches. It’s with good reason that it is called the greenest of all Cycladic islands. …

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How to visit Delos island in Greece (from Mykonos): a complete guide with all of our best tips

When you think of the Greek islands, you probably picture whitewashed houses, turquoise waters, and lazy days spent sipping frappés. But just a short boat ride from the party island of Mykonos lies a place that’s the complete opposite: the tiny island of Delos, packed with history and mythology. When you visit Delos, imagine walking …

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What to do in Mykonos + our best tips (from a local)

23x best things to do in Mykonos: a complete first-timers guide with all the must-dos and hidden gems Mykonos: the island where ancient history flirts with designer sunglasses, and where you can spend your morning exploring whitewashed alleyways and windmills, your afternoon on a sun-drenched beach, and your evening trying to figure out how you …

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What to wear in the Cyclades and Greece: our ultimate packing list

Discover what to pack for Greece in summer (April to October) Ah, Greece. The land of sun-drenched islands, ancient ruins, and the eternal battle of what should I wear? You might think it’s always sunny, calm weather, but that’s not the case. One minute you are sweating on a beach, the next you are blown …

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