Andros is the second-largest Cycladic island and surprised us during our visit because of how green and mountainous it is. Which is exactly why, if you are looking for the best things to do in Andros, you should put down your beach towel for a day (or more) and explore the villages inland. Because tucked …
There are beaches you visit because they’re beautiful and convenient. And then there are beaches you visit because they are beautiful and getting there is half the adventure. Vitali Beach definitely belongs in the second category. Tucked away on the northeastern coast of Andros, Vitali Beach is one of the best beaches of Andros. Not …
One of the biggest questions you’ll face when planning your trip to Andros is: ‘Where should I stay?’ Because unlike many smaller Cycladic islands such as Syros, Andros isn’t a place where you can stay anywhere and be just a short drive from everything. Andros is the second-largest island in the Cyclades, with winding mountain …
If there’s one piece of advice we’d give anyone visiting Andros, it’s this: rent a car. Sure, there are buses connecting the main towns, and yes, you could spend your entire holiday in Batsi or Chora without ever getting behind the wheel. But if you really want to discover what makes Andros so special, such …
If Chora is the elegant lady of Andros and Gavrio is the laid-back port town, then Batsi (or Mpatsi) is definitely the fun and charming little sister. It’s the kind of place that immediately makes you slow down and have a drink at one of the bars while looking out at the crystal-blue waters of …
Let’s be honest. Gavrio isn’t usually the reason people book a trip to Andros. Everybody arrives in Gavrio (often by ferry from Rafina in Athens), as it is the only ferry port on Andros. But most visitors step off, pick up their rental car, and immediately drive to Batsi or the capital Chora without giving …
If Andros had a crown jewel, it would undoubtedly be Andros Town, or Chora, the capital of Andros and one of the best places to visit in Andros. When we visited Chora, we expected another pretty Cycladic town with whitewashed houses and a few blue shutters. You know the type. But Chora surprised us. It …
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, …
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. …