Pushing the Boundaries of Solo Female Travel
Beautiful Greece is a bucket list travel destination for most people. Globally renowned for its idyllic islands, translucent waters, and mesmerising sunsets, it is no surprise that 23 million people travel here every year.
I have lived in Athens for the last three years and have had the pleasure of exploring the country extensively during that time. Here, you can find a wealth of information to help you plan your Greece adventure – written by someone who actually lives in the country and knows it really well.
From the quaint mountain villages of Northern Greece to the Saronic Islands, Greece has a little something for everyone.
Proussous Monastery sits perched on the edge of a cliff face in Evritania, Central Greece. It is not a well-known, nor popular travel destination among International tourists, but for Greeks, this is one of the most important monasteries in the entire country. Should you find yourself enjoying a getaway in the Karpenisi area, Proussos is … Read more
This AthensWas hotel review aims to help you make your decision if you are considering the hotel as a possible place to stay while visiting Athens. Perched on the cobbled boulevard of Dionysiou Areopagitou, AthensWas is a five-star hotel that sits in the beating heart of the Greek capital. The Acropolis and the sunbleached ruins … Read more
Mention Diaporos island to most people, and they will frown and tell you they have never heard of it. Mention it to a Northern Greek, and chances are they will smile, and gaze off into the distance as they reminisce about their last trip to this beautiful place. Diaporos, and the Halkidiki peninsula in general, … Read more
The picturesque village of Metsovo sits high in the Pindus Mountains of Northern Greece. While little is known about Metsovo internationally, it is a popular winter getaway destination for Greeks. The village is characterised by its quaint stone houses and signature red roofs. The culture of Metsovo is somewhat different from that of most Greek … Read more
Northern Greece is often overlooked by most travellers to Greece. This is a shame, as it is an area that possesses some of the most unique scenery, cuisine, and nature that the country has to offer. Altogether wilder and more rugged than the rest of the country, this region is Greece’s best-kept secret. Where to … Read more
There are plenty of things to do in Karpenisi, Greece to justify spending as much as an entire week in this region – especially if you are someone who loves immersing themselves in nature and the great outdoors. Karpenisi is characterised by its dramatic mountain ranges, its winding roads that hug the sides of cliffs, … Read more