Greek island all round packing list
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Many people head to the Greek islands in the height of summer, when temperatures can hit up to 33 C (91 F) or, in...
Fun Things to do in Athens Greece
When you're gathered with your friends, discussing your next European trip and possible city break, and someone mentions 'Athens', what images does this throw up for things to do, especially fun things to do...
Rhodes Old Town Greece
Much has been written about my love of Rhodes, it's been well documented on this blog. It’s one of my favourite Greek islands, not least due to the famous Old Town. Complete with cobbled...
Best Places to spend Christmas in Europe
Where to spend Christmas in Europe
Everyone celebrates Christmas differently; some people return home to exchange presents with their families and wear tacky jumpers, others jet off on a festive holiday. Whatever your plans for...
Do’s and Don’ts in Greece – Greek Customs and Etiquette from an Athens resident
As a resident in Athens, LifeBeyondBorders presents to you a post about some Etiquette in Greece - a useful read to prepare yourself for your vacation to this beautiful Mediterranean country.
Athens International Airport – Greece. Why it’s a pleasure to fly from/to
Having travelled a fair bit, I've seen my fair share of the inside of airports. Back in the 1990's, I even worked for about half a decade (that makes me sound old) at one...
Kastellorizo Greece
Kastellorizo - Greece: Where is it?
Kastellorizo is one of those incredibly remote Greek islands that people tend to visit for a completely real Greek island experience. Its distance from other islands and the mainland,...
Grecotel Kos Imperial Thalasso
Having travelled a fair bit around the Greek islands (and further afield), when having the opportunity to stay in luxury, I'd primarily stayed in small boutique hotels such as Kokkini Porta Rossa in Rhodes...
Begpacking in Europe. Trying to reserve judgement, but…
Picture this scenario: A sunny day in Athens at the start of spring 2017...I come across a controversial and, to me, distressing sight: two lads 'begging' for money to fund their onward travels. They...
Best cities in Europe for nightlife
We all know London and Paris offer an eclectic mix of entertainment for anyone looking to make the most of their evenings, but what about some of those overlooked gems across the rest of...
Paris Food Tour – an alternative way to experience the city
Paris, France is always a good idea, right? It's one of the most visited cities in Europe and oh la la! People fall in love with its joie de vivre, not to mention the...
Mount Parnitha and the abandoned Royal Estate – Athens
Athens, Greece is a city blessed with it all; an ancient capital with enviable famous sites, yet also some hidden spots, see my Insiders Guide to Visiting Athens for more.
Within half an hour you...
A short trip to Berlin, Germany – the Berlin Welcome Card
I've never been to Germany before, even though it's effectively on my doorstep. I had reason to when I attended the ITB Berlin Travel Conference, dubbed as the:
World's Leading Travel Trade Show.
I only had...
Sailing the Greek islands
In total there are roughly 6000 islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian seas around the Mediterranean in Greece, and yet only 227 of them are inhabited!
Note: This post will have affiliate links, meaning...
Tips for travelling in Greece
I wrote a post a while back about Do's and Don'ts in Greece - guiding you all about some Greek customs and etiquette from an Athens resident, aka me.
It's proven to be one of...
Peneda Gerês National Park – Portugal. A perfect day trip from Porto
**My trip was arranged for me by Oporto Tours, specialists in this region, in order for me to research for Rough Guides. Despite any complimentary services received, all thoughts and opinions remain my own**
When...
Naxos, Greece – Things to Do
Being based in Greece, I am blessed with a choice of islands. And so I decided one summer night I would go to Piraeus, where most of the ferries depart from to the islands, and see...
Where to discover Slovenia nature – Krajinski Park Lahinja
During my first trip to the Balkan country of Slovenia, where I stayed at the luxury landscape resort of Big Berry, I was afforded the opportunity to explore my surroundings a little more.
With a...
Glamping at Big Berry, Slovenia
In my time of travelling, I've never been to the Balkans. I'd never visited Yugoslavia when it was a country and now divided into seven independent countries; Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, Kosovo, Macedonia, Montenegro,...
Things to do: Lake Bled and Ljubljana, Slovenia
Followers of my site will know that in September of 2016, I travelled to Slovenia for the first time where I stayed at Big Berry Luxury Landscape Resort and explored the Lahinja Krajinski Park....
