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  • Loggerhead turtles coming to feed in Kastellorizo harbour
    Kastellorizo via Turkey 2016 | Summary Post

    Kastellorizo from KaÅŸ: Greece’s Most Remote Island via Turkey

    ByStephanie Banks 22 June 201930 November 2025

    A 4-day escape to Kastellorizo —Greece’s easternmost island from Dalyan and just a 20-minute ferry from KaÅŸ, Turkey. This photo-rich guide covers the Blue Cave boat trip, loggerhead turtles in the harbour, the Lycian tomb walk, and lazy days on Agios Georgios island. Proof that sometimes the most out-of-the-way places are worth the detour. Note: This trip took place in July 2016; prices and some services may have changed.

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  • Knossos in Crete
    Crete - Kasos - Karpathos - Rhodes - Nisyros - Tilos - Symi - Chalki | Summary Post

    Crete to the Southern Dodecanese: 7 Weeks Island-Hopping

    ByStephanie Banks 24 August 201830 November 2025

    7 week itinerary – a journey from Crete through the Southern Dodecanese: Kasos, Karpathos, Rhodes, Nisyros, Tilos, Symi, and Chalki. This comprehensive itinerary covers volcanoes and traditional villages, hidden beaches and neoclassical harbours, authentic island life and UNESCO-listed old towns. Designed around ferry schedules with detailed destination guides, accommodation recommendations, and honest reflections. Note: This trip took place August-October 2018; prices and services may have changed.

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  • An abandoned carpet factory in Patras
    Patras-Ancient Corinth-Kalloni-Poros-Methana | Summary Post

    Volunteering in Patras & Exploring the Argolic Gulf: A Different Kind of Greek Journey

    ByStephanie Banks 19 June 201730 November 2025

    4 week itinerary – an unforgettable journey combining meaningful volunteer work with refugee charity FoodKind in Patras with explorations of the Peloponnese and Saronic Gulf—Ancient Corinth, the coastal village of Kalloni, familiar Poros, and the volcanic spa town of Methana. This trip proved that travel can be transformative in unexpected ways: not just for the traveller, but for those we meet along the way. Best time: Late spring/early summer. Note: This trip took place in June 2017; prices and some services may have changed.

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  • Easter Fireworks Tyros, Arcadia, Peloponnese
    Kardamyli-Tyros-Nafplio-Poros-Aegina-Agistri-Athens | Summary Post

    Easter in the Peloponnese & Saronic Islands: Kardamyli to Athens by Bus

    ByStephanie Banks 8 April 201730 November 2025

    16 day itinerary – a spring journey through the Peloponnese and Saronic Islands—Kardamyli in the Mani, Easter celebrations in Tyros, the elegance of Nafplio, the charm of Poros, pistachio-scented Aegina, a day trip to Agistri, and finishing in Athens. This route proves you don’t need a car to explore Greece’s mainland treasures: KTEL buses, small ferries, and good timing are all you need. Best time: April (especially Greek Easter). Note: This trip took place in April 2017; prices and some services may have changed.

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  • The 'legendary' Express Skopelitis in Iraklia Port
    Naxos-Iraklia-Schinousa-Koufonisi-Amorgos-Santorini | Summary Post

    The Lesser Cyclades & Amorgos: Island Hopping Through Greece’s Hidden Gems

    ByStephanie Banks 23 June 201529 November 2025

    18-day itinerary – sland hopping adventure through the Lesser Cyclades—Naxos, Iraklia, Schinoussa, Koufonissi and Amorgos—plus Santorini. Discover islands where the legendary Express Skopelitis ferry is a lifeline, sunrises paint the Aegean gold, and fava beans have their own festival. This route explores Greece’s best-kept secrets: tiny islands with golden beaches, hilltop Choras, and authentic Greek hospitality. Best time: May-June or September. Note: This trip took place in June-July 2015; prices and some services may have changed.

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  • View of the Meteora Monasteries
    Sivota - Meteora | Summary Post

    Sivota & Meteora: A Week on Greece’s Ionian Coast with a Day Trip to the Monasteries

    ByStephanie Banks 4 October 201429 November 2025

    7 day stay in Sivota on Greece’s Epirus coast, with a day trip to the extraordinary monasteries of Meteora. Discover hidden Ionian beaches, climb to clifftop villages, and stand beneath rock pillars that have inspired pilgrims for centuries. This trip proves that mainland Greece rivals any island—with dramatic landscapes, authentic tavernas, and far fewer crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October.

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  • The landscape of Kythnos just beyond Chora
    Kea-Kythnos-Serifos-Sifnos-Lavrion | Summary Post

    Western Cyclades Island Hopping: 2 Weeks on Kea, Kythnos, Serifos & Sifnos

    ByStephanie Banks 29 April 201429 November 2025

    2 week itinerary. A Western Cyclades island hopping itinerary covering Kea, Kythnos, Serifos and Sifnos by ferry from Lavrio. Discover the ancient Lion of Kea, explore underground caves on Kythnos, climb to one of the Cyclades’ prettiest hilltop Choras on Serifos, and fall in love with Sifnos—an island that earns its place in anyone’s top five. These are the real Cyclades: quieter, more authentic, and blissfully free of cruise ship crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October.

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  • A church service in the Caves of Antiparos
    Antiparos-Paros-Folegandros-Milos-Athens | Summary Post

    Cyclades Island Hopping: 2 Weeks on Antiparos, Paros, Folegandros, Milos & Athens

    ByStephanie Banks 20 June 20134 January 2026

    2-week Cyclades itinerary – island hopping trip covering Antiparos, Paros, Folegandros, Milos and Athens by ferry. Discover ancient caves, dramatic hilltop Choras, lunar landscapes, and the treasures of the Acropolis. This route combines lesser-known gems with iconic destinations—perfect for travellers seeking authentic Greece without the Santorini crowds. Best time: May-June or September-October. Note: This trip took place in June 2013; prices and some services may have changed.

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    • Zakynthos-Patras-Trizonia-Nafpaktos
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    • Corfu-Abania-Erikousa-Othonoi-Mathraki-Ioannina-Paxos-Antipaxos
    • Thirassia-Anafi-Santorini
    • Chios-Izmir-Oinousses-Athens
    • Athens-Evia-Lemnos-Agios Efstratios-Kavala-Xanthi-Samothrace-Alexandroupolis
    • Kos-Lipsi-Kalymnos-Pserimos
    • Skyros – Kalavryta – Nafplio – Athens
    • Oinousses-Psara-Chios-Lesvos-Athens
    • Santorini-Sikinos-Ios-Naxos-Santorini
    • Athens-Syros-Ikaria-Tinos-Andros
    • Samos-Agathonisi-Ikaria-Fourni-Arki-Leros-Kalymnos-Kos
    • Crete – Kasos – Karpathos – Rhodes – Nisyros – Tilos – Symi – Chalki
    • Kastellorizo via Turkey 2016
    • Monemvasia-Kythira-Elafonisos-Sparta-Gythio-Areopolis-Kalamata
    • Patras-Ancient Corinth-Kalloni-Poros-Methana
    • Kardamyli-Tyros-Nafplio-Poros-Aegina-Agistri-Athens
    • Naxos-Iraklia-Schinousa-Koufonisi-Amorgos-Santorini
    • Antiparos-Paros-Folegandros-Milos-Athens
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