Budva Old Town is one of the oldest settlements of the Adriatic and the ancient heart of a modern resort town. In a country as small as Montenegro, where almost 1/3 of the gross national product comes from tourism, Budva is its tourist flagship. It is located in a uniquely beautiful location on the shores…
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Leros – An unknown beautiful jewel of the Aegean
Leros (Λέρος) in the Dodecanese (Δωδεκάνησα) is a beautiful island, a true jewel of the Aegean, that remains relatively unknown. Traditional settlements, beautiful beaches, historical monuments, excellent food, and unforgettable landscapes, Leros has something for everyone. Although small, it has a geophysical relief with gentle mountains, deep bays, olive groves, and pine trees that make…
Mezapos, the impressive pirate cove of Mani
#uniquedestinations Mani (Μάνη) in the Peloponnese (Πελοπόννησος) is a place with a fascinating history and landscapes of incredible natural beauty. It is a place of wild beauty where the rough terrain is combined with the rocky coasts and the unique architectural styles of traditional towers. One of the least known magical spots in Mani is…
South Pelion – A road trip between two seas
Pelion (Πήλιο) in Greece is a unique destination for all seasons. It is the perfect combination of mountain and sea, beautiful traditional villages (with special and characteristic architecture), a rich natural landscape and also beaches of unique natural beauty. Therefore, it is logical to be a popular tourist destination all year round. In this article,…
Limeni – The historic harbour with the emerald waters
Limeni (Λιμένι) in Mani (Μάνη), in the south Peloponnese, is one of those magical places that if you visit it once it is certain that you will never forget it. It is a small settlement and harbour, with a long and important history that leaves its visitors speechless with its unique wild beauty and the…
Discover the best beaches in Arcadia (Greece)
Two years ago we searched the coastline of Arcadia to find out the best beaches. This year we visited the area again to check if these beaches remain the best. In our search we discover two more wonderful beaches. Arcadia is a region in Peloponnese, which is most commonly known for its picturesque mountain villages…
Apaggio – The secret beach of Cavo Maleas
On the far edge of Lakonia (in Peloponnesos or Peloponnese) near the coastal town of Neapoli, at the unexplored Cavo Maleas (aka Cape Maleas or Cavo Malias) (Κάβο Μαλέας ή Μαλιάς), you will find one of the last unspoiled and secret beaches of Southern Greece. Cavo Maleas separates the Laconian Gulf in the west from the…
No time to waste at Fokianos Bay
An hour and 34 kilometers of challenging mountain driving separate one of Greece’s top beaches from the picturesque village of Leonidio in the Peloponnese. But the effort is unquestionably worthwhile. This magnificent beach is situated in a safe bay surrounded by cliffs. The large white stones on the seabed and the shoreline reinforce the perception…
Kyparissi : The unknown “island”of Peloponnese
Kyparissi is a small village in Lakonia, squashed between the slopes of Mountain Parnonas and the shores of the Myrtoan Sea. It has a character and an architectural style quite different from other seaside villages of Peloponnese. Until the 1970s there was no motorway leading to the village and the main way of communicating with the…