The Greek islands of Ano Koufonissi and Kythira (specifically its seaside village of Avlemonas) have earned well-deserved recognition as standout destinations in Europe for 2026. According to the European Best Destinations (EBD) organization, Ano Koufonissi ranks 13th, while Avlemonas on Kythira
Travelling opens sliding doors to my past and future, one that usually involves my island home of Lesvos where I’ve lived. It’s paradise yet we have had challenges, wars in the past, balanced by great people, delicious food and a zest for life. These are points that can be applied to the paradise
Norway’s Lofoten Islands had been on my husband’s “must visit list” for a few years, but I had never even heard of the island chain until browsing Wildland trips. The views looked epic and neither of us had been to Scandinavia before. By the time we booked, we had already traveled a handful of
Life on Greek islands in the winter is different regardless of the weather. Most days remain sunny, but the temperature drops, the cold, northerly winds pick up, and fireplaces are fully lit as locals gather to discuss their daily lives. Credit: Greek Reporter When winter descends on the Greek
The 15 Greek islands highlighted by Conde Nast Traveller for 2026. Credit: Greek Reporter Greece once again takes center stage in global travel as Conde Nast Traveller unveils its list of the 15 best Greek islands to visit in 2026. The selection spans the Cyclades, Dodecanese, Ionian Islands, and
This post may contain affiliate links. We may receive a small commission, at no cost to you, if you make a purchase. Read Disclosure. Crete is a myth-stical island (see what I did there?) in Greece where gods were born, empires came and went, and lunch can last longer than a Minoan dynasty. It’s an
Cycling in Greece’s Dodecanese Islands offers splendid seaside views. Andrea Garreffa, ExperiencePlus! Last holiday season, my 11 year-old announced that his New Year’s resolution was to visit Greece. He wanted an up-close look at the storied land that inspired his favorite Percy Jackson
The enclosed tower complex at Cheimarrou, Naxos, showing the tower, courtyard enclosure, and ancillary rooms. Credit: Emlyn Dodd / CC BY 4.0 Archaeologists have identified ancient buried structures and traces of long-lost agricultural systems across the Cyclades islands in Greece, opening a rare
A cruise through the Aegean on Sea Cloud II leaves one writer dreaming of life in the spellbinding islands of Greece A view of Amorgos. Image credit: Shutterstock/Pawel Kazmierczak My journey on this magnificent, three-masted ship took me to Patmos, Amorgos, Naxos and Syros, with overnights in
When you’re thinking of taking a break, you want to focus on destinations that can offer you more than just quiet time. While Greece is famous for its sun-drenched beaches and iconic whitewashed villages, its islands also offer incredible experiences for those seeking adventure and authentic local
