Referred by mythology as island of Aeolus, Samothrace (you’ll see it spelt “Samothraki” too) is adorned with Mount Saos, the highest mountain in the Aegean; legend has it that Poseidon sat on its top to watch the Troy war. The island with its steep peaks (the highest peak – 1.611 metres- is called “Fengari” = “moon”), the ancient legends, the Read more…
Santorini (or Thíra), the precious gem of the Aegean, is actually a group of islands consisting of Thíra, Thirassiá, Asproníssi, Palea and Nea Kaméni in the southernmost part of Cyclades. Did you know that this whole complex of islands is still an active volcano, and probably the only volcano in the world whose crater is in the sea? The islands Read more…
Paxi (or Paxoi) is a beautiful island in the Ionian Sea, situated south of Corfu island. Thanks to its proximity to Corfu island and the coasts of the Greek mainland, Paxi is a perfect island-hopping base! Due to its small size, Paxi has only three little seaside villages, Gaios, Lakka and Logos. Many private yachts and fishing boats moor at Read more…
Astypalea is a small island of the Dodecanese. Tourism has been developed on the island over the last years only, however, there are enough tourist facilities for comfortable holidays. Expect for the Venetian Castle above Chora, there are not many sites on the island. This is a great place to enjoy long strolls at the town and relaxing moments at Read more…
Located south of Naxos, Schinoussa Greece belongs to the Small Cyclades island group. Its ideal location makes it a perfect base for island hopping to the nearby islands of Koufonisia, Donoussa, Iraklia and Naxos. Just like the rest of the Small Cyclades islands, it is a remote paradise, ideal for those who want to relax away from the hustle and Read more…
Lipsi is a small island of the Dodecanese group, at the eastern side of the Aegean Sea. Its capital is the center of the island’s activities. The main port of the island also lies there, where ferries from Piraeus and other islands of the Dodecanese arrive daily. In the town, you’ll find the majority of hotels, restaurants, shops and other Read more…