Greece

Syros isn’t just any island for us; it was our home for nine months. It’s the place where we did our daily grocery shopping, found our favorite coffee bar, and explored virtually the entire island on foot. From Athens, Syros is easily reachable by ferry or plane. Ermoupoli is Syros’s largest city and the capital

Paros is one of the Cycladic islands in Greece. We recently spent four wonderful days there, and it quickly became one of the highlights of our trip to Greece. While many people dream of the cliffs of Santorini or the party scene in Mykonos, Paros offers beautiful whitewashed villages, golden beaches, delicious Greek food, and

If you love Greek mythology, ancient ruins, and places where history comes to life, then Olympia is definitely a destination you should add to your Greek itinerary. We visited this magical place during a road trip through the Peloponnese and were immediately impressed. Although we found the archaeological sites of Delphi, Mystras, Mycenae and Epidaurus

We recently spent three days on Andros, and it turned out to be one of the most surprising stops on our island-hopping trip through Greece. Unlike the more famous Cycladic islands such as Santorini or Mykonos, Andros feels refreshingly authentic, lush, mountainous, and wonderfully untouristy. Arriving by ferry from Rafina near Athens, we were struck

High in the mountains of central Greece lies the mysterious oracle of Delpi, an ancient city full of history, myths and breathtaking views. We visited Delphi during our road trip through mainland Greece, and it felt like we were stepping back in time. Imagine walking along an ancient stone path, surrounded by cypresses, olive trees

Before we started our road trip in the Peloponnese, we had never heard of Mystras. But the more we read about it, the more it intrigued us and after our visit with the kids, we unanimously agreed. Mystras, located north of the Mani Peninsula, is one of our favorite sights in Greece. Arriving here feels

On a road trip through the rugged Mani Peninsula in Greece Greece has long had a special place in our hearts, the sun-drenched islands, the delicious food, and the hospitable people, … But during our road trip in Greece we discovered a part that we had never heard of before: the Mani Peninsula, which includes

15x What to do in Zakynthos + our best travel tips Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful Greek islands and is located in the Ionian Sea, near the Peloponnese peninsula. Despite the fact that it is quite touristy (especially in high season) and known for its nightlife, there are also many quiet and authentic

Discover charming Nafplio: sights, beaches, food, sleep, and day trips Nafplio was one of those places where we knew right away: we could stay here a bit longer. We visited this charming city during our tour of the Peloponnese. Nafplio (or Nafplion, both are used) was once the capital of Greece, but Otto of Bavaria

Our road trip through Greece and the Peloponnese + tips Dreaming of a road trip through Greece? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we’ll take you on our ultimate 10-day Greece itinerary, starting from bustling Athens, through the beautiful Peloponnese, and, if you’re up for even more adventure, maybe even heading