I wasn’t planning on walking from Fira to Imerovigli and on to Skaros Rock; it just sort of happened. Three kilometres may be quite a distance to accidentally walk the length of, but the hike from Fira to Imerovigli is so beautiful that it was a relatively easy walk to stumble into. Things got slightly… Continue reading Fira to Imerovigli and Skaros Rock • Hiking in Santorini
Akrotiri Beach Santorini; a place where you're technically not supposed to go, but plenty do anyway. I visited Santorini one August (potentially the worst time to visit the island, but I had an absolute blast anyway), and hiked from the red sand beach to the sleepy village of Akrotiri, which seems a million miles away… Continue reading Akrotiri Beach Santorini • Red sand and turquoise sea
We all know about Oía and Fira with their sugar-cube houses and cliffside perces, but did you ever hear of Pyrgos, Santorini? This beautiful village is hands down, my favourite place to stay in Santorini. Santorini, Greece. Island of whitewashed houses, blue-domed churches, and (these days), insta-photoshoots galore. Fira, the island's capital, and the little… Continue reading Pyrgos Santorini • Hidden gem of the Cyclades
Santorini sunsets are on the bucket list of travellers across the world; hundreds of thousands of people flock to the little island every year to gather on the volcanic cliffs and marvel as the sun goes to sleep. And this is for excellent reason, pals! Sunset in Santorini is almost guaranteed to be stunning, with… Continue reading Best views in Santorini • Where to watch the sunset in Santorini Greece
Contrary to popular belief, it's more than possible to visit Santorini on a budget. And although my first visit to the island was for a mere three days- and all by myself- I still got a tonne out of my stay in this Cycladic paradise. Here's why you need to visit Santorini even if your… Continue reading How to Visit Santorini on a Budget
Getting the ferry from Santorini to Athens might not be the quickest method of travel, but there's something exquisitely beautiful about skimming across the turquoise Aegean Sea back to mainland Greece. Somehow flying in a plane just doesn't quite compare. Here's everything you need to know about getting the ferry from Santorini to Athens yourself,… Continue reading The Ferry From Santorini to Athens
Corfu Old Town is a magical place, with a character unlike anywhere else in Greece. Even if you're staying elsewhere on the island, here's why Kerkyra (as the city- and Corfu island itself- is also known) is well worth a visit. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you… Continue reading Corfu Old Town : An extensive guide to exploring Kerkyra
Santorini in October is an Autumnal wonderland. *This site contains affiliate links, where I earn a small commission from purchases you make, at no cost to you. The first time I visited Santorini was in late August. I stayed in a cave not far from Fira. (Which sounds odder than it was. Traditionally houses on… Continue reading Santorini in October – an Autumn Day Without the Crowds
Even if you're staying outside of Corfu Town, a day trip to the old town of Corfu (also known as Kerkyra) is a must. Wandering through the Venetian alleyways is like stepping back in time, whilst also providing a bit of relief from the scorching sun in mid-summer. To top it off, there are plenty… Continue reading The Best Restaurants in Corfu Town – a guide to the most delicious hidden gems in Old Town Kerkyra
Getting the ferry from Corfu to Albania is super easy, and super quick. In fact Albania is so close that you can see its beautiful mountains across the sea from the coast of Corfu. And, Albania is 100% worth visiting, whether you're planning to visit on a day trip from Corfu, or to explore the… Continue reading How to get the ferry from Corfu to Albania
