East Crete Travel Guide
East Crete works best as a road trip rather than a holiday based in one resort. Agios Nikolaos is the
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Soft Footprints Travel Guides
East Crete works best as a road trip rather than a holiday based in one resort. Agios Nikolaos is the
Korčula or Dubrovnik comes down less to architecture than to the kind of historic place you want to spend time
The main sights of Korčula Old Town fit comfortably into a morning. I could cover the land gate, St Mark’s
You do not need a car to explore Korčula Town, Badija or even nearby Lumbarda, but a car becomes much
The best place to watch sunset in Korčula Town is the western and north-western edge of the Old Town peninsula,
Korčula Town is most crowded in summer when fast ferries arrive and passengers funnel towards King Tomislav Square, Revelin Tower
The best time to explore Korčula Old Town in summer is early morning, before the stone lanes heat up, then
A Korčula Town winery day fits comfortably into half a day. Korčula is particularly known for its indigenous white wines:
Korčula Town day trips work best when they add something the Old Town cannot: Badija for an easy swim-and-walk escape,
Swimming in Korčula Town means changing what you think of as a beach. There is no single main stretch of
Greece is everything people say it is. Blue water, white buildings, ancient ruins, amazing food. Summer gets crazy crowded and hot but shoulder seasons are perfect. The islands are the main draw but the mainland has tons to offer too.
Athens is chaotic but the history is unreal. The Acropolis and Parthenon are must sees even in the heat. Go early morning before crowds and sun get brutal. The Acropolis Museum is excellent. Plaka neighborhood below is touristy but pretty. The food scene is great. Souvlaki, moussaka, Greek salad. Monastiraki flea market is fun for wandering.
The islands are where most people spend their time. Santorini is gorgeous but expensive and packed. Oia sunsets are famous for a reason. Stay in Fira or smaller villages for better prices. Mykonos is the party island with beach clubs and nightlife. Also expensive. Both are worth it but know what you’re getting into.
Less touristy islands are often better. Naxos has great beaches and is way more chill. Paros is beautiful and less crowded than its neighbors. Crete is huge and has everything. Beaches, mountains, Minoan ruins. You could spend two weeks there. The smaller Cyclades islands like Milos and Folegandros are stunning and quieter.
Mainland Greece is underrated. Delphi has incredible ruins and mountain views. Meteora monasteries on top of rock formations are wild. The Peloponnese has Olympia, Mycenae, and beautiful coastal towns. Nafplio is charming and makes a good base.
Getting around means ferries between islands. Book ahead in summer because they fill up. Flights work for longer distances. Athens has decent metro. Rent a car for exploring bigger islands or mainland.
Money goes pretty far. Meals are affordable, accommodation varies. Islands are pricier in summer. Cards work most places but bring cash for smaller spots.
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