10 articles tagged with greek islands
The first time I dipped my toes into the crystalline waters of Anthony Quinn Bay, I understood why this Greek island has captivated travelers for millennia. Rhodes isn't just about ancient ruins and medieval towns—it's home to some of the...
The first time my boots hit the dirt paths of Skiathos, I knew I'd found something special. This isn't your typical Greek island experience of just beaches and ouzo (though there's plenty of both). Beneath the tourist veneer lies a...
Standing at the summit of Mount Zas in Naxos, watching the Aegean spread before me like a celestial map, I felt the same awe as I did witnessing the living constellations of Vaadhoo's bioluminescent shores. These two islands—one Greek, one...
The sun-drenched island of Rhodes offers more than just ancient ruins and pristine beaches—it's a gastronomic paradise that most tourists barely scratch the surface of. Having spent three weeks exploring this Dodecanese gem last summer, I was determined to decode...
After five summers exploring the Cyclades, I've learned that Mykonos has a secret playbook that most visitors never see. While Paradise and Super Paradise beaches steal the headlines with their thumping beach clubs and celebrity sightings, the soul of this...
When most visitors think of the Greek islands, they envision lazy days on pristine beaches and evenings spent sipping wine at seaside tavernas. While Paros certainly delivers these quintessential Mediterranean pleasures in spades, this Cycladic gem conceals a treasure trove...
Twenty-five years of emergency dispatch taught me that life's too short to wait for 'someday' to experience paradise. That's why I'm passionate about helping others—especially young travelers—discover that dream destinations like Skiathos are within reach *right now*. This stunning Greek...
The morning light spilled across my small balcony, illuminating the ceramic cup in my hands—a souvenir from a local potter I'd visited the day before. Below, Naxos town was stirring to life, the scent of fresh bread and coffee wafting...
There's something about beaches that reminds me of my former profession as a private investigator – the best ones require patience, keen observation, and a willingness to venture beyond the obvious. After 35 years tracking down missing persons, I've redirected...
The moment my ferry approached Skiathos, the island's verdant hills cascading toward ribbons of golden sand took my breath away. Having explored luxury hideaways across five continents, I've developed a discerning eye for properties that transcend mere accommodation to become...
