As Greece, Peloponnese has always been a busy tourist destination, planning a budget trip to the peninsula, known as a cradle of the European civilization, was a great experience. We were so excited to visit the birthplace of the Olympic Games, sacred places such as Epidavrus, Argos, Corinth and Tiryns, as well as the lands Read More
Parga, Greece Summer Holiday Guide
Parga is one of the least known but worth visiting holiday destinations of the Ionian Sea. It is located on the north-western part of mainland Greece which is blessed with a lush and green landscape. Parga is not as famous as other places in the area like Corfu, Kefalonia and Lefkada. Still Parga looks like Read More
Paleokastritsa: One Of The Corfu’s Most Beautiful Beaches
Paleokastritsa, Corfu is more than a beautiful beach, golden sand and emerald water. It is located near a Christian monastery established in the 12th century. The holy building stands on a green hillside. So tourists have an amazing view over the Ionian Sea and picturesque surroundings. The top attraction is a boat trip around the bay which is famous for its beautiful rock formations. Read More
Corfu Beaches: Agios Georgios, Pagi
The west coast of Corfu boasts extremely beautiful sunset beaches. From the southern part of the coastline, to the northwestern point, you will find the best Corfu beaches on this side of the island. Most of the places feature gold sand but in the north, there are amazing places with reddish cliffs and caramel shades of the sand. Read More
Porto Koufo, Sithonia
When speaking about the natural beauty of a place, the size really doesn’t matter! An example I is the tiny village of Porto Coufo on the Halkidiki Peninsula. There are only two small hotels on the beach and a few guest houses in the area. The exclusive holiday atmosphere is complemented by 5-6 taverns located on the port. Porto Coufo is a travel destination for families and couples. If you want to experience nightlife, you have to visit Neos Marmaras town which is 20 km north of Porto Koufo. Read More
Mikros Gialos, Lefkada, Greece
This calm pebble beach is on the Lefkada’s south-east coast. It is near Poros village. The scenic bay is surrounded by rocks. Yachts often visit the place and make the view from the beach even more romantic. There are small guest houses and hotels near the beach as well as taverns and a mini market. The beach is organized with sun umbrellas and chairs. Unlike other Greek resorts, here you have to pay for the beach facilities. Read More
Agios Nikitas, Lefkada, Greece
One of the smallest Lefkada beaches is probably the most frequently visited because of its charm. Agios Nikitas is a 10 minute drive from the capital city of the island and just 2 km from the vibrant Kathisma beach. Many typical Greek taverns offer a variety of delicious Mediterranean dishes and drinks. The sandy beach is the only place with calm waters on the west coast of Lefkada. Read More
Boat Trips Around Lefkada, Greece
A boat trip around Lefkada gives you opportunity to pass along the east and west coast of the island in one day. The tour can also take you to the neighboring islands of Meganitsi, Scorpio, Ithaka and Kefalonia. When the weather is windy and sea is too choppy, the west coast beaches such as Porto Katsiki, Milos and Egremni cannot be accessed by boat. Instead, the boat heads to Ithaka where you can explore pristine bays and romantic villages. Read More
Porto Katsiki Beach, Lefkada, Greece
The perfect postcard view is the first thing one can experience when on Porto Katsiki beach. This extremely beautiful place on the west coast of Lefkada Island is a must-see tourist attraction. The unique scenery is created by the bright blue waters lapping the dazzling white pebble beach. Porto Katsiki is one of the most photographed places in Greece and it is a symbol of beauty of the Mediterranean region. Read More
Egremni Beach, Lefkada Island, Greece
Egremni is the secret gem of the Lefkada Island. The remote beach is accessible through many steep stairs. The numerous steps are not obstacles for nature lovers at any ages. You can see elderly people with canes climbing the narrow path. Egremni is not an organized beach and that is the main reason for its romantic ambiance. No sign of civilization ruins the perfect view over the stunning Ionian Sea. Read More