A half-day Delos tour from Mykonos is one of the most popular trips for visitors. It’s a fabulous choice if you’re visiting the island between April and October. In this post, I’ll answer your questions about the sacred island, how to get there and what to do. Why is Delos So Famous? In terms of…
In winter 2021-22 I helped stray cats on Paros by volunteering with Paroscat charity. I wanted to share my experience as they’re always looking for volunteers to help. If you’re visiting the island for 10+ days that could be you! Why It’s Good to Volunteer Last winter I volunteered with Naxos Animal Welfare Society (NAWS)….
If you’re considering adding Paros to your list of Greek islands to visit then rest assured there’s plenty to do. The best time to go is during the summer months when you can enjoy beautiful beaches and good food and take advantage of the wind and waves with some water sports. In the winter, Paros…
While you’re there perhaps you feel like doing a bit of walking in Paros to stay active during your holiday. Paros isn’t really a hiking destination like Naxos, Andros or Tinos but there are several trails of varying lengths to appreciate. I’ve picked five short routes that you can enjoy even if you’re not an…
Even if youâre only on the island for a short while itâs worth taking a bit of time to see some of Paros’ villages. Most people visiting the island will see Paroikia (where the ferries come in) and Naoussa. But plan some time to go to at least one of the smaller traditional villages. Youâll…
Are you spending some time in the capital of Paros and wondering what there is to do in Paroikia? Well, here are seven varied things you can do with your time. Get Lost in the Whitewashed Alleyways Live your Greek island bucket list life and wander down the pretty, narrow, bougainvillaea-arched streets. There are picture-perfect…
If youâre staying on the island you might wonder about what and where to eat in Andros during your visit. While neighbouring Tinos is much more known for its wonderful food Andros still has plenty of local products worth exploring. During my visit to Andros, I enjoyed sampling a number of products made on the…
Andros is a beautiful, lush island two hours from Athens. Itâs known for Chora, the capital, with its rich maritime history. But the island is also becoming well known for its hiking paths, and rightly so. Andros is the second largest of the Cyclades, after Naxos. And have to say I found it similar to…
Hiking in Andros is such a great experience. Whether you want to walk the 100km Andros Route, enjoy some shorter, circular routes during your stay or something in between, the island is perfect. Andros has a variety of different environments, landscapes and cultural sites to explore. Stunning beaches, ancient paths and lush vegetation from prolific…
If youâre going to Andros you must spend some time in the capital, Chora. It has a stately, grand feel to it and is quite different to most other villages in the Cyclades. However, if youâve been to Syros, it might remind you a bit of Hermoupolis. The island has a rich maritime history and…