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Greece in October: Best Places to Visit in Autumn

By virtue of its location – in southeastern Europe – Greece enjoys a milder climate than the rest of the continent. While in most parts of Europe the weather starts to get miserable in October, in...

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Meteora Monasteries – Journey Into the Sacred Site of Greece

Only a few hours from Athens, in the Valley of Thessaly near the town of Kalambaka, lies one of Greece’s most astonishing religious sites: the Monasteries of Meteora! Second in importance only to Mount...

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All You Should Know About Visiting the Ionian Islands, Greece

Ah, Greece! This captivating country that boasts so much history, culture, and natural beauty. Like so many others before us we fell in love with it right from the start. So much so, that soon after...

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Ithaca Greece – the Overlooked Island of Hidden Beaches & Myths

Sure, we’ve all heard of Santorini, Mykonos, or Crete, but Greece is home to so many other beautiful islands which are often overlooked because of their bigger and more famous neighbors. I didn’t know...

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The Ultimate Guide for Visiting Zakinthos Independently

Zakynthos (also known as Zante) is one of the major Ionian Islands – a mesmerizing archipelago located along the western coast of mainland Greece. Due to its spectacular white cliffs, hidden coves, as...

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Things to Do in Bratislava – Guide to Visiting Slovakia’s Capital

Bratislava may not count itself among the must-see European capitals, but if you wonder if it’s worth a visit I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed. We stumbled upon this beautiful city totally by...

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Margaret Island – How to Spend a Cool Day in Budapest

Budapest is a revered city blessed with myriads of attractions, fantastic landmarks, cultural venues, and old-world architecture. But few people realize that amidst the hustle and bustle of this...

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13 Unforgettable Things to Do in Kefalonia: Your Ultimate Guide!

Located between Lefkada and Zakynthos, Kefalonia is the largest of the 7 Ionian Islands in Greece. A beautiful piece of land with exotic beaches, magical underground caves and green forests. We visited...

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Best Things to Do in Corfu – Your Essential Island Guide!

Of all the Ionian Islands, Corfu (or Kerkyra, as it is also known, is the one that truly has it all: UNESCO World Heritage sites, beautiful architecture, Venetian fortresses, quiet monasteries, amazing...

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Basque Country Road Trip Itinerary – Best Places to Visit

In case you’ve never heard of it, the Basque Country is this beautiful region located in northern Spain on the Bay of Biscay, straddling the frontier of Spain and France. Its beautiful beaches,...

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Is San Sebastián Worth Visiting? An Unbiased Opinion

If you are planning a road trip to the Basque Country and wonder whether it’s worth including San Sebastián into your itinerary, this post is for you. We recently returned from a three-week to Spain,...

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The Best Greek Islands Itinerary for Three Weeks in Greece

If you are planning to visit some of the Greek Islands and need to decide which ones to include in your itinerary, this post is for you. Our journey takes you to the most popular islands in Greece,...

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Is Mykonos Worth Visiting, or It’s an Overrated Island?

If this is your first time in Mykonos and you are not sure whether it’s worth visiting, keep reading. You may have heard a lot about this island and maybe not all of it was good. Yes, Mykonos is one of...

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Crete Itinerary: How to Visit the Island in 10 Days

Crete is the largest and most diverse of the Greek islands. It has something of interest for everyone: history and culture galore, beaches aplenty, soaring mountains, canyons, historic towns and...

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Level8 Creator Carry-on – the Best Luggage for Modern Travel

Every traveler should have a good carry-on. Even if you only fly occasionally, having a reliable one on hand allows you to bypass the check-in and worry less about your baggage getting lost. But what...

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Mykonos vs Santorini: How to Decide Which One to Choose

Mykonos and Santorini are two of the most popular Greek islands; both are easy to visit, close to each other and well connected to Athens, which explains why most people visit them together. But if you...

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3 Days in Santorini – Best Things to See and Do

I have to confess that I was a little skeptical about Santorini before deciding to spend 3 days there. Given the popularity of this island and the hype that surrounds it, I was sure we’ll be faced with...

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