After finally deciding on which leg of Halkidiki to visit (Sithonia in the end), I finally narrowed down where I’d stay while there. I ended up having a wonderful stay at Egeon Studios in Neos Marmaras. Feeling at home in in Egeon Studios Even though I’d seen the pictures when booking, the room was more …
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Hotel Voramar The peach coloured, 3-storey property that’s about a 10 minute drive from La Savina port on Avinida Miramor, is Hotel Voramar. I want to tell you what to expect staying at Hotel Voramar, Formentera Location The hotel is at the centre of Es Puljols, one of the main resorts on the island …
Beautiful Sithonia is the second leg of Halkidiki’s (Chalkidiki) three peninsulas. Kassandra is the first and Athos the third. With more than 60 beaches dotted around Sithonia’s coastline, you’ll seriously be spoilt for choice! Follow me as I hop between 5 of the best beaches in Sithonia to help you decide. I started my journey …
After hearing the name Meteora on one of my previous trips to Greece and then seeing pictures of this place, I knew I had to visit. Greece – I’m coming back again! Greece – visiting the amazing Meteora What captured my attention was the amazing rock formations. When I looked at pictures, the rocks looked …
Island hopping around Greece sounds like pure bliss – and it is! But the process of booking multiple ferries to get you between each one can be daunting. If visiting some of the Greek islands is on your solo travel bucket list, then here’s my 5 tips to book Greek ferries for your first island …
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Formentera is absolutely gorgeous, tranquil and full of things to see and do. Being a relatively small island, it’s pretty easy to get around. If you’re staying for a couple of nights, here are 8 things you must see and do in Formentera in 48 hours! 1. Be amazed at Platja de Ses Illetes Stunning!! …
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Is it time for you to take a trip to visit the beautiful island of Formentera? Have you heard of it?
If you’re thinking of a city break to Barcelona but need a little push to get you to book, here are 15 scenes to make you want to visit Barcelona, Spain. Click on one of the images below for a closer look. I love Barcelona! It’s such a beautiful city. Will you plan a trip …
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If you’re looking for a peaceful getaway not too far from the beach yet easily accessible to some of the well-known attractions, and the buzz of a city, then consider staying at Blue Boutique Hostel & Suites in Estoril, Portugal. A town on the Portuguese Riviera, Estoril is not too far from Lisbon, Sintra and Europe’s …
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Things to do in Copenhagen Taking short breaks here and there can be exciting. However, in most cases, it may mean a limited amount of time to get around all the sights, especially if you’ve not been there before. Copenhagen, although quite compact, has a lot to see and do and there are some cool …
If you’re anything like me, when you book a trip, tour or any part of your holiday, you want to know how to prepare or will have questions. The same happened when I booked my first ever solo trip and booked a Santorini boat tour through my hotel. Have you just booked or would like …
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It was beach day! I was going to visit the Red and White beaches of Santorini. On my second visit to Oia for the sunset, I’d met two people from Brazil. It was their first time in Greece as well and they were staying in Perissa. We’d travelled back from Oia together and decided to meet …
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Beaches, beaches A trip to a beach is on a lot of people’s list when they visit Santorini, but make sure you visit the Red, White and Black beaches while you’re there. </p><h4>Unique in different ways</h4><p>Even if you don’t spend time relaxing on their shores, but pass by on a boat, you have to get a …
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After a nice relaxing day, a stroll along Perissa beach in the evening is a must! The strip was buzzing and there were a lot of people out and in the bars and restaurants that lined it. I heard the place I’d stay for the evening long before I saw it, and as I approached, …
ATV rentals in Santorini, Greece If you’ve never rented an ATV before (an all-terrain vehicle also known as a quad bike), they’re great for getting around and perfect if you don’t want to hire a car while on <a href=”https://riavistas.com/8-tips-if-youve-just-booked-a-santorini-boat-tour-greece/”>Santorini</a>. It was my first time renting a quad bike, so here are a few things …
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I was ready to explore on my own after driving an ATV to the beaches with the others. My first ATV drive alone would be visiting Ancient Thera. It didn’t take me long at all to get there from where I was staying, and to be honest I’m glad I took the ATV. I’d definitely …
After leaving the hot springs, the next part of our boat tour in Santorini would take us to another island in the Caldera before heading to Oia. Thirasia island Thirasia is a traditional island part of the group of volcanic islands in Santorini. Despite being the second largest, Thirasia is actually a very quiet village …
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A boat tour in Santorini I’d booked a boat tour in Santorini before arriving on the island. The boat tour would take the group around the Caldera, which was created following a number of volcanic eruptions. Consisting of Santorini, the largest of the formed islands, the Caldera was also made up of Nea Kameni – …
A home away from home – Stelios Place I’d looked at hotels, B&Bs and hostels and once I’d narrowed down my top three, I checked out a few reviews for each. Stelios Place stood out more than the others. It wasn’t just the rating or number of reviews it had, it was the quality of …
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