Why Greece Stole My Heart (And Keeps Calling Me Back): A Love Letter to the Land of Gods & Sunshine
Some countries just pass through your life, but Greece? Greece gets under your skin and stays there. When I first ...
Lesvos: My Island of Olive Groves, Ouzo, Petrified Forests, and a Soulful Sapphic Legacy (So Much More Than I Expected!)
When I first landed on Lesvos, I figured I knew what was coming—just another sun-drenched Greek island, right? Well, not ...
Zakynthos (Zante): From Shipwrecks & Blue Caves to Turtle Sanctuaries & Olive Groves – My Island of Stunning Contrasts
Zakynthos—locals call it Zante—completely shifted my idea of what a Greek island can be. Sure, most people flock here for ...
Kefalonia, My Captain Corelli Moment: Falling for an Island of Dramatic Beauty, Resilience, and That Famous Mandolin (Almost!)
The rugged cliffs of Kefalonia shoot up from turquoise waters, and honestly, I felt like I’d stepped into a dream ...
Kos: Island of Hippocrates, Sandy Beaches, and a Laid-Back Vibe That Healed My Stressed Soul
When I hopped off the ferry onto Kos, I honestly had no clue this Greek island would become my favorite ...
Rhodes: Island of Knights & Sun – Why This Dodecanese Jewel Stole My Medievalist Heart (And My Beach Towel!)
Standing on Rhodes’ ancient cobblestones with Mediterranean waves crashing nearby, I finally got it—this Greek island just grabs you. Rhodes ...
Patras Beyond the Carnival: My Unexpected Encounter with Peloponnese’s Urban Soul
Most tourists probably imagine Patras as a swirl of vibrant colors and wild energy during its famous carnival. I get ...
Anafi: My End-of-the-Line Cycladic Adventure – Climbing to Kalamiotissa Monastery & Finding Wild, Sun-Drenched Solitude
Anafi sits quietly at the far edge of the Cyclades, a secret just waiting to be found. If you’re chasing ...
Sikinos: My Journey to One of the Cyclades’ Last Unspoiled Sanctuaries – Pure, Raw, and Utterly Peaceful
I craved a place where time just slows down and life feels simple again. Tucked away in the Cyclades, Sikinos ...
Kimolos: My Chalky Charmer – Finding Volcanic Wonders, Turquoise Coves, and a Slow Pace Next Door to Milos
When I stepped off the boat from Milos, Kimolos greeted me with gleaming white cliffs, crystal-clear turquoise waters, and a ...
Kythnos: My Authentic Cycladic Hideaway of Hot Springs, Double Beaches, and Blissful Simplicity
Kythnos isn’t as famous as some other Greek islands, and honestly, that’s exactly why I keep coming back. Tucked in ...
Tinos: My Spiritual Journey to Panagia Evangelistria & My Discovery of Artistic Villages and Wild, Windswept Beauty
Tinos just felt different the moment I arrived. The breeze whipped around me, and the sky stretched on forever. No ...
Andros: My Unexpectedly Green Cycladic Escape – Waterfalls, Hiking Trails, and Neoclassical Seaside Charm
Travel Guide, Top Tips, and Must-See Spots When you think of the Cyclades, you probably picture dry, sun-bleached islands with ...
Amorgos: My “Big Blue” Dream – Hiking to the Cliffside Monastery of Hozoviotissa & Finding Raw, Untouched Beauty
I landed on Amorgos with one thing on my mind: I wanted to see that wild blue sea and those ...
Folegandros: My Windswept Romance with a Dramatic Cliffside Chora and an Authentically Wild Heart
When I stepped off the ferry at Folegandros, the wind smacked me right in the face—fresh, wild, and carrying that ...
Serifos: My Escape to an Untamed Cycladic Beauty with a Jaw-Dropping Chora and Blissfully Quiet Beaches
Serifos swept me off my feet the moment the ferry docked, revealing a wild beauty that felt both untouched and ...
Sifnos: My Culinary Pilgrimage to the Island of Tselementes, Chic Pottery, and Effortless Charm
I kicked off my Sifnos journey drawn by the promise of warm hospitality, mouthwatering food, and a creative energy you ...
Milos: My Jaw-Dropping Journey to the Island of Colors, Volcanic Wonders, and a Missing Venus
Stepping onto Milos felt like cracking open a travel journal full of bold colors, hidden history, and stories just begging ...
Ios: From Sun-Drenched Beaches by Day to Chora’s Labyrinthine Party by Night (My Youthful Greek Adventure!)
Ios swept me up the second I stepped off the ferry. Golden beaches ran along the coast, just right for ...
Paros: My Chic Cycladic Dream of Picturesque Ports, Golden Beaches, and That Perfect Greek Island Glow
When I first landed on Paros, the charming ports, whitewashed villages, and shimmer of golden beaches along the coast instantly ...
Naxos: My Perfect Cycladic Blend of Ancient Wonders, Mountain Villages, and Beaches That Go On Forever!
Whenever I daydream about the Greek islands, Naxos pops up first. Naxos really nails that Cycladic vibe for anyone who ...