Tag: explore

  • Best Area to Stay in Athens, Greece

    Best Area to Stay in Athens, Greece

    If I had a euro for every time someone asked me “Where’s the best area to stay in Athens?” I could afford a Golden Visa by now. People are always sliding into my DMs or cornering me at family dinners for Athens advice. What to do, where to eat, and,…

  • The Ultimate Guide to Island Hopping in Greece (Routes, Tips, and Mistakes to Avoid)

    The Ultimate Guide to Island Hopping in Greece (Routes, Tips, and Mistakes to Avoid)

    Island hopping in Greece is one of those things that lives rent free in your head long before you ever do it. You picture yourself gliding across the Aegean, hair blowing in the wind, arriving at each new island like the main character in your own Mamma Mia summer movie.…

  • Finding the Best Area to Stay in Skopelos: What You Need to Know

    Finding the Best Area to Stay in Skopelos: What You Need to Know

    So you’re planning your own Mamma Mia! trip to Skopelos Island. You’ve probably watched the movie countless times, you’re getting ready to book your flights, but one big question remains: Where’s the best area to stay in Skopelos? That’s where this guide comes in. Figuring out the logistics of your…

  • A Complete Guide to Skopelos Island (The ‘Mamma Mia!’ Island)

    A Complete Guide to Skopelos Island (The ‘Mamma Mia!’ Island)

    Planning your next Greek island adventure and wondering if Skopelos is worth a visit? I’ll just cut to the chase… it absolutely IS! Skopelos may not have the global fame of Santorini or Mykonos, but this gorgeous, forested paradise in the Northern Sporades archipelago offers an authentic Greek experience that’s…

  • Staying in Plaka Athens: Everything You Need to Know

    Staying in Plaka Athens: Everything You Need to Know

    There’s nothing quite like starting your day in Plaka, Athens with a freddo cappuccino in hand, watching the Parthenon peek out between terracotta rooftops like it owns the place (because, well, it kind of does). This isn’t just any ol’ neighborhood, it’s THE oldest in the city and has the…

  • How to get to Skopelos Island, Greece

    How to get to Skopelos Island, Greece

    When most people imagine Greece, their minds go straight to the white-washed buildings with blue domes above the sparkling sea, or Instagramable alleyways draped in pink bougainvillea. These gorgeous scenes are often from the Cyclades islands like Santorini and Mykonos, which have become iconic thanks to their beauty and easy…

  • 15 Travel Essentials for Women that are Worth Packing

    15 Travel Essentials for Women that are Worth Packing

    Ladies, we all know packing for a trip can turn into a huge headache, especially for those of us who overpack. That’s why I curated a list of travel essentials for women. In my early days of travel, I wanted to look my best and have everything I could possibly…

  • 7 Incredible Historic Greek Landmarks on the Mainland (Outside of Athens!)

    7 Incredible Historic Greek Landmarks on the Mainland (Outside of Athens!)

    If you’re looking for something a bit off the beaten path, here are 6 incredible historic Greek landmarks outside of Athens that you must visit. These sites will fill you with an insane sense of awe as you bask in their presence, surrounded by centuries-old ruins and artifacts from Greece’s…

  • 8 Historical Greek Landmarks in Athens You Can’t Miss

    8 Historical Greek Landmarks in Athens You Can’t Miss

    Let’s uncover some of the breathtaking beauty and mystery surrounding Greece’s past. Come with me on a journey through history as we explore some of the most incredible Greek historical landmarks that are must-visits for any history buff or traveler!

  • Acatenango Volcano Hike: Your Helpful Guide to Conquer One of the Hardest Hikes in the World

    Acatenango Volcano Hike: Your Helpful Guide to Conquer One of the Hardest Hikes in the World

    Here is my story of the Acatenango Volcano hike, as well as advice and tips to help you avoid some of the mistakes I made on my own voyage up the volcano.