Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “The Cyclades”
Naxos is big a Greek island located in the Aegean Sea and part of the group of the Cycladic Islands. This favorite touristic destination is an ideal place to visit also during the low season. Its rich history has left a tangible mark that visitors interested in archaeology should take the time to visit. Here are a few of must-see …
If you are planning to visit Greece, there are two things that you should definitely bring with you: a high-quality digital camera to capture breathtaking sceneries and a high-capacity memory card to store as many pictures as you can! The destinations described below are only indicative of the uniqueness of Greek landscapes. Although it is hard to choose, here are …
Tourlitis lighthouse which emerges from the water like a strange sea creature is one of the most famous spots in the Aegean island of Andros. It is located at the northernmost extreme of the Cyclades archipelago, just outside the capital city, Chora. This lighthouse was built on a stone column opposite the Venetian Castle of Andros in 1897. It was …
A fast sailing experience in the Cyclades. Nine days for €850,- pp sharing a cabin Although the weather can still be challenging in April and may, sailing the Greek island in the spring period can be very interesting. In this period the islands are just starting to get ready for the Summer season. For nature lovers, spring is the best …
.entry-header DELOS, Greece – All the preparatory work before reconstruction begins on a major ancient public building on the island of Delos has been completed, the Ministry of Culture announced on Thursday. The reconstruction of the marble Stoa of Philip V is being funded by the Paul and Alexandra Canellopoulos Foundation at a total cost of 550,000 euros, and the work will …
Greece, as the cradle of the occidental civilization, has left a deep imprint in the history of the world not only with concepts and ideas but also with its language. However, there is also physical proof of its impressive past still visible through several archaeological sites, buildings, and monuments. It should not come as a surprise, then, that the country …
Like vagabonds, the seven of us, duffels in tow, loitered leisurely along the bustling quays, tavernas, and kafenia (Greek coffee house) of Naoussa harbour on the Greek island of Paros. (Perhaps only in the Mediterranean do “leisurely” and “bustling” not seem contradictory.) We were killing time, on the lookout for Stuart and Monique, neither of whom we’d ever met. They were, …
The Greek island of Antiparos is nestled in the center of the Aegean sea, only minutes away from the larger island of Paros. Despite its size, this small island is setting a trend due to its beaches, mild weather, and tranquil atmosphere even during peak season. Although Antiparos is not that well-known, there are many things to do and see …
At this hotel, the private plunge pools are next-level. Having a pool in your hotel room always make for a memorable stay, but one hotel in Greece has taken their private plunge pools to the next level. Guests who book an infinity suite at the Dana Villas and Suites in the village of Firostefani, on Santorini, have access to private indoor pools, which are hidden away …
In celebrating Greek Independence Day, the national daily broadsheet newspaper in the UK, The Daily Telegraph, asked its travel experts to turn their gaze to Greece, think about their past experiences, and choose their favourite island destinations in Greece. The islands are the main characteristic of Greece’s morphology and an integral part of the country’s culture and tradition. According to …
The perfect holiday with a yacht Sailing with a skipper in Greece is interesting for many different reasons. It is obvious that when there is no sailing experience at all a skipper is required. But also for people with a sailing license, a skipper can be relaxing. The skipper knows the different areas, the local weather and the best places …
