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Category: Greece

  • A Perfect Day in Athens

    Athens is often at the beginning or end of any island hopping adventure in Greece. If you can spend a few more days exploring Athens then do it – but if not, read on to find your perfect itinerary for a day trip to Athens! How to Get There You might be in Athens as…

  • The Ultimate Greece Packing List

    Heading to Greece this summer? Check out this must-have Greece packing list of all the essentials you’ll need! Paperwork Passport – make sure to take a photo of your passport on your phone and email it to yourself as well for backup! COVID-19 vaccination card (or negative test) International Drivers Permit – you’ll need this…

  • The Coolest Greek Island You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of

    Santorini is the quintessential Greek island and the one that draws the most tourists per season, but did you know of a smaller, dare we say “vibier” island off it’s coast? Read on to find out more about the island of Ios, a hidden paradise. Getting There Ios is extremely accessible from Santorini. The primary…

  • Why You Should Definitely Do the Breathtaking Oia to Fira Hike

    The Oia to Fira hike is one of the best hikes we’ve ever done. The views are absolutely stunning and it is very doable in one day. There are plenty of cool stops along the way to explore so you can rest if you need to.  The Beginning When we departed our villa at the…

  • One Perfect Day in Oia

    Oia is one of the dreamiest towns on the island of Santorini. However, high prices for hotels can make it seem unaffordable. Read on for one perfect day trip to Oia, to take completely at your own pace!  Plan your ideal day in Oia… Morning Oia is easily reachable from any of the other towns…

  • Destination: Greece

    Every time we get back from a new trip, we ask each other – which was your favorite trip you’ve ever been on. Our answer is ALWAYS the same. Greece, hands down! Read on for tips to make your Greece adventure truly magical and as memorable as ours was. Practicalities Currency: Euros Recommended length of…

  • The 8 Best Places to Eat in Santorini and the Surrounding Area

    We were blown away by the amazing Mediterranean food options on the island. Basically, you can’t go wrong. But to make it easier, we’ve compiled a list of our 8 favorite places to eat in Santorini and the surrounding area! 1. Taverna Katina’s This bustling but low-key restaurant is located at the Amoudi port on…