Tilos is small, remote and unspoilt. There’s not much to see, but, for us, its one of the best places to experience the joys of Greece before mass tourism. If you appreciate nature and tradition, add it to your list. Tilos isn’t the easiest island to get to – that’s part of the beauty. It […]
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Most visitors miss the sights of Cyprus to concentrate on its beautiful beaches bathed in year round sun. But there’s no need to miss out, some of the islands most astonishing sights lie within two of the island’s main resorts – Paphos and Larnaca. Here’s our list of where to explore before and after your
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Nicosia was the absolute highlight of our trip to Cyprus. It’s been a hotspot throughout history and remains one of the most intriguing cities we’ve visited. Nicosia is ringed by spectacular, largely intact Venetian walls and also split in two by a more recent fortification, the “Green Line”. The Green Line is a demilitarised buffer
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Forget overcrowded, over hyped and over expensive Santorini and Mykonos. Join the real A listers on the the low key, authentic and super stylish Sifnos. This stunning, unspoilt island has it all. Whitewashed charm, sugar cube houses, raw nature and quite possibly the best food in Greece. Here’s why we love it. The beaches Sifnos
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Athens is one of the most fascinating cities on the planet. End of. Sadly, most travellers just pass through the city on the way to one of the thousands of beaches (and other attractions) Greece has by the bucketload. So if you’re flying into Athens and ferry hopping from Piraeus here’s our tips on a
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For many, Bosnia – Herzegovina still suffers from an image problem. The country is sadly still associated with the civil war of the 1990s and some remnants remain visible. However, we think you should visit. Bosnia is worth so much more than a day trip from its more popular neighbours. It has history and nature
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Despite receiving a high number of travellers each year, often for Winter sun, Cyprus has never been on our radar. We try and avoid ultra touristy destinations. We were pleasantly surprised. Yes, the island has sizeable resort areas with little local charm, but Cyprus is also home to many pockets of authentic character and world
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Marseille has it all: art, architecture and attitude; plus a prime position on the Med. This sun-drenched southern port has just become our favourite city in France. Paris may have the fame, but it’s also rammed with tourists. Marseille has less visitors, fewer tourist traps and a genuine buzz. Here’s our top 5 must dos: The
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With the spectacularly remote islands of Greece you need to arrive by ferry from a main port. This makes most visits a two (or more) centre trip. For us, this adds to the experience. You can mix and match, compare and contrast and pair busy with quiet, and culture with isolation. One of our favourite
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Rhodes tops the list of our must visit islands in Greece. It’s packed with history, surrounded by crystal clear sea and, despite recent fires, home to beautiful forests. However, our number one reason to visit is the exquisite medieval Old Town. Rhodes Old Town is UNESCO listed and charms at every corner. It does get
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