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!
Greece with a movie star – Jason Flemyng
Mate, I'm so sorry! The plane was early
exclaims my guest as he exits the Arrivals Hall at Athens airport. Before I can start to feel nervous, he plants a matter-of-fact kiss on the top...
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...
Best of Lefkada, Greece: Cuisine
Lefkada, a Greek island in the Ionian chain, is a beautiful and fertile land with lush mountains dropping away to magnificent seas. As you'll see in my Things to do in Lefkada post, it's...
Things to do in Rhodes Greece
Here you'll find a summary of why Rhodes, although touristy and known for its beach resort style holidays, is one of my favourite islands and how diverse it is.
Things to Do in Lefkada, Greece
As mentioned in my previous post about luxury accommodation in Lefkada island, Greece - although this Ionian island is less touristy than other Greek islands, it still has a lot to offer the visitor. ...
Luxury accommodation in Lefkada island – Greece: Sappho Boutique Suites
Those of you familiar with Greece and her islands will know that the country is riddled with myths and legends. Lefkada, in the Ionian chain of islands to the west of the country, is...
Explore the Top Seven Wonders of Greece
As one of the major cradles of Western civilisation, Greece laid claim to many of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Sadly, all of these incredible creations from pre-history have vanished, with the notable...
Top Things to See and Do on Mykonos – a guide for cruise visitors
Alongside Santorini, Mykonos is one of the most famous Greek islands. Located in the Cycladic islands, it’s a port of call for many cruise ships. Popular for its beaches and scenes such as ‘Little...
Greek dishes – top things to eat and drink on Mykonos
Mykonos is one of those Greek islands like Santorini that many travellers will know of instantly. Therefore much of Mykonos caters to the tourist hordes that descend upon it annually. It is possible to...
Greek Island escape to Sifnos
When my friend and fellow writer suggested I come and visit her on the Cycladic island of Sifnos, Greece, I jumped at the chance. Her home is located in a tiny village (if it can...
The beauty of Alonissos island, Greece
Alonissos is one of the Greek islands hidden gems...there are tourists, but most of them are Greeks, hence it's a beautiful island to come to for a real taste of Greece and her culture.
Mykonos off season – more than just a party island
Having lived in Greece for quite some time, I have visited many of the Greek islands. But due to the reputation of Mykonos, I had deliberately steered clear - not wanting to get involved in...
Luxury Hotels in Rhodes Old Town – Greece
It's no secret that Life Beyond Borders loves the Greek island of Rhodes, especially Rhodes Old Town. Wandering the streets behind those old castle walls in the oldest inhabited Medieval Town in Europe is...
Where to stay on Hydra island Greece
My post about Hydra Island, Greece introduced this Greek island with a difference to you and, I hope, convinced you to stay longer than a day trip. Here I show you where to stay on Hydra...
Things to do on Hydra island Greece – the island with a difference
Everybody has their favourite Greek island, and for varying reasons. As you know, I research the Dodecanese islands of Greece for The Rough Guide to The Greek Islands (Rough Guides) and therefore have grown to really...
Celestyal Cruises – Around the Aegean islands, Europe
Exploring the Aegean island with Celestyal Cruises and presenting my debut novel "Girl Gone Greek" whilst on board
Have fun kayaking in Mykonos
When one thinks of going to the Greek islands, it's usually to spend time relaxing on the beach, sunning oneself and swimming. When one thinks of going to Mykonos in particular, images of lazing...
Where to stay on Karpathos island, Greece
I recently wrote a post about things to do on the beautiful Greek island of Karpathos, in the Dodecanese chain of islands. But obviously if you're going to travel so far to such a...
Greek island of Delos – guarding the archeological site
The ancient UNESCO Greek island of Delos, located just 3.5 km from the party island of Mykonos and yet a world away in terms of things to see and do, is world famous - for...
