Andros Island (Greece, Cyclades)

Andros is an island in the Aegean Sea, southeast of Evia. It is the northernmost island of the Cyclades and the second largest in size. The capital of the island is Andros or Chora, while its port is Gavrio. Andros Island (Greece, Cyclades)  is connected to mainland Greece by sea via Rafina, within 36 miles. […]

Tinos island (Greece, Cyclades)

Tinos island is the fourth largest in the Cyclades, with picturesque villages such as  Berdeimaros, Two Villages, Arnados, one of the most traditional settlements, unique views of the endless blue. Its enchanting landscape, gray chapels characterize Tinos island, old windmills,  indicative bridges, pigeon houses (Dovecots),   hosting the region’s older economic activity, and grain trade.   Tinos […]

Symi Island (Greece, Dodecanese)

Symi is the eighth largest Greek island of the Dodecanese.  It is located about 12 miles NW. of Rhodes.  Its natural harbor is Gialos (from Aegialos), around which the city is built amphitheatrically. The Island of Symi is a world-class tourist destination due to its architecture.  About 5% of residents of Symi are foreign European […]

Koufonisia: The Mykonos of the Small Cyclades

Koufonisia: The Mykonos of the Small Cyclades.  In the ’80s, it sounded like a rather quirky choice, deliberately isolated and nature-loving.  However, today, things have changed.  Holidays in Koufonisia are now synonymous with the cosmopolitan carelessness of young people who want to seize their vacation days from morning until the following day.

Hydra Island (Greece, Saronic Islands)

Hydra is a particularly popular island destination for both foreign tourists and Athenians.   An extremely picturesque island, with rich mansions, unique architecture and cosmopolitan style. The homonym city is constructed amphitheatrically around the harbor being the only settlement of the island.    It is characterized by its traditional houses with tiled roofs, bright blue doors, […]

Kymi (GREECE -EVIA island)

Kymi (GREECE -EVIA island)  is a beautiful town and port on the eastern coast of  Evia.   It is located  87 km from Chalkida with a population of approximately 3,000 inhabitants.    The town is built amphitheatrically on a hill overlooking the sea offering panoramic views of the Aegean Sea.   For that reason, Kymi is often […]