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The essential guide to Elafonisos

September 17, 2015

Updated October 2019 “What are you doing next weekend?” said my friend, “Come along with us, we are going to Elafonisos Island. They say the sea there is Caribbean turquoise”. I jumped on the opportunity and visited the small island. That was 5 years ago. Since then I’ve been to Elafonisos island twice more (the most recent visit being a few weeks ago) and since I love it so much (the beach is indeed divine), it’s time to introduce it to you too! Elafonisos (Ελαφόνησος) is a small island off the coast of southeastern Peloponnese in the region of Lakonia….

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Crete Road Trip: Heraklion to Iearapetra

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Crete Road Trip: Heraklion to Ierapetra

September 11, 2015

During the last 3 years I’m spending my vacations in Crete (even got married there) as my husband comes from the island. His village is located in the center of Crete (literally), so we can venture out either to the west or the east in (almost) equal time! In the past we took road trips mostly to the west in the regions of Rethymno and Chania, as there are more interesting beaches there, including Elafonisi, one of the Greek beaches you shouldn’t miss! This year though I decided to take a road trip to the east, visiting Agios Nikolaos, Plaka and Ierapetra,…

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The essential guide to Boston

September 4, 2015

A year ago I moved to Boston for nine months, accompanying my husband who pursued his Master’s degree there. In honor of this anniversary I’m sharing with you a guide to getting around Boston including things to see and do, lovely neighborhoods, where to eat and of course shop!! What to see and do The Freedom trail is a nice way to explore downtown Boston and see important sites linked to the outbreak of the American Revolution. The trail is marked with red pavement stones, so you are not going to miss it. While walking on the trail you will come across Fanueil Hall…

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Day trip to Newport & Providence, RI

August 27, 2015

Updated October 2019 It took me a while to visit Newport and Providence in Rhode Island, as they’re so close to Boston, but a few weeks before leaving I made it – and using public transportation nonetheless! I started my trip from Newport and then worked my way up to Providence. The weather didn’t help much, but at least it didn’t rain, so I got to enjoy both cities without the need of an umbrella! Without further ado, here’s what I got up to! Visit Newport, Rhode Island Newport is a charming coastal town (which I’m a sucker for after…

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The essential guide to Lefkada

August 13, 2015

In case you were wondering, yes all these Greek Island guides serve one and only purpose: to make you visit Greece! Today’s post is yet another island with gorgeous beaches. Only this time we’re moving west to the Ionian Sea. Ladies and gentlemen I present you Lefkada! What to see and do The beaches are Lefkada’s biggest assets no questions asked! I will elaborate on those further one. Vasiliki and Nydri are two seaside villages with marinas, restaurants and hotels. Karya is a traditional village up in the mountain where you are going to find delicious food and local embroidery….

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An essential guide to Mykonos

August 6, 2015

Mykonos is an island with many faces and many target groups of visitors: the party animals, the jet setters, the bohemians and those who just like the island! What to see and do There lot’s of things one can do in Mykonos and these activities can be tailored to one’s preference. Mykonos town is very picturesque and you can walk around, shop and dine. Walking up to the windmills and taking photos of little Venice is a must! Beach lounging and swimming is a must during the summer so check out the following list of beaches you shouldn’t miss! Mykonos is…

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Day trip to Nafplio

July 30, 2015

Nafplio is my favorite day trip destination from Athens. In just 2 hours ride you step back in time and visit Greece’s first capital city after it was liberated from the Ottoman Empire. Now,to be honest at that point Nafplio was a significant city since ancient times. Back then it was called Tirintha (now an archaeological site) and was located a few kilometers from the city’s current position. If you look up to the hill above Nafplio you will see Palamidi fortress built by the Venetians back in the 18th century. Palamidi should be your first port of call when arriving in…

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The essential guide to Elafonisos

Crete Road Trip: Heraklion to Ierapetra

The essential guide to Boston

Day trip to Newport & Providence, RI

The essential guide to Lefkada

An essential guide to Mykonos

Day trip to Nafplio

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