Discover the hidden gem of Greece—Crete. In this travel guide, I share my experience exploring Chania and why Crete’s stunning beaches, rich culture, and unforgettable food make it a must-visit alternative to Santorini and Mykonos. Get insider tips and a preview of my upcoming Summer 2025 trip to the island’s other side.
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I Ate My Way Through Crete: The Best Restaurants Across the Island
Discover the best restaurants in Crete, from Chania to Heraklion. I ate my way across the island to find unforgettable Cretan cuisine and hidden gems.
Top Greek Islands to Visit in 2026
Discover the best Greek islands to visit in 2026, from Paros and Milos to Crete and Corfu, plus exactly who each island is best for.
Travel Guide Chios, Greece
Chios is a gorgeous island filled with many distinctive towns, a lot of history, and home to the mastiha tree (which we will get to later in this post.) We spent three days traveling mostly to the southern part of the island, and it was way too short for an island that had so much to discover. Let’s dive in and learn why Chios is Greece’s best-kept secret.
Ultimate Travel Guide for Corfu, Greece
The Ionian Islands are not usually the first islands people think of when traveling to Greece. While Mykonos and Santorini take all the popularity, I believe the most stunning islands in Greece are in fact, the Ionian Islands. Corfu, also known as Kerkyra, must be the most scenic, beautiful, and adventurous island of them all. From day trips to uninhabited islands, partying until the morning, or cliff jumping into the clear waters, Corfu is a giant playground for everyone to enjoy.
Perfect Travel Guide for Rhodes, Greece
Rhodes is one of the top four biggest islands in Greece, filled with cities, beaches, forests, and miles of land to explore. It is also a great destination to visit in the Aegean Sea to get away from the crowds of the Cyclades Islands.
Travel Guide for Lemnos, Greece: A Hidden Gem (UPDATED 2025)
Lemnos has a very special place in my heart as it is the island where my dad grew up and where some of my family currently resides. From when we were little toddlers until grown adults, my Yiayia (grandma in Greek), would make my sister and I home cooked meals, take us to the port for a swim, and walk the Agora to shop. In a way it was a second home to us, especially when we were able to stay in our dad’s childhood home. Being the ninth biggest island in Greece, there is a lot of ground to cover for sightseeing in Lemnos. From fresh seafood, soft sand beaches, windsurfing, local shops, and natural land formations, there is nothing this island doesn’t have to offer.
Travel Guide for Ios, Greece: The Other Party Island
hen traveling to Ios we did not expect to find an island as cool as Mykonos for half the price. My family and I had so much fun visiting Ios in 2016, that we came back a second time in 2019 to explore more of the island and of course, check out all of the nightlife. Taking the ferry is the only way to travel to Ios, which is why I believe it is one of the best gate kept islands in the Cyclades.
Milos, Greece: Everything You Need to Know
Milos is the island for explorers. The ones who love to travel long distances to see breathtaking views or get high on adrenaline from cliff jumping. It has become one of my favorite islands I have ever visited in Greece due to its uniqueness and authentic Greek charm. Whether you want to swim in caves, climb down a ladder to a secluded beach, or hike up a mountain for an incredible sunset view, Milos has it all.
Your Paros, Greece Travel Guide
Travel Guide and recommendations if you are visiting Paros, Greece. Hotels, Restaurants, Beaches, Activities and more for the island that people are skipping Mykonos for.