Sifnos is becoming one of the most talked-about islands in the Cyclades, and it’s easily one of the most family-friendly Greek Islands I’ve been to. The food scene alone is enough to put it on the map (it’s long been known as Greece’s ‘foodie island’) and the restaurant quality here would hold its own against some major cities. But what…
Read the PostSerifos doesn’t show up on most people’s Greek Islands shortlist, and that’s exactly what makes it worth visiting. While nearby Sifnos and Milos continue to gain popularity, Serifos has remained the slow island alternative: rugged, unhurried, and low-key. It’s the kind of island where the beaches shift from wild and windswept to perfectly calm depending on the day. What originally…
Read the PostLast updated May 2026 Like every Greek Island, Mykonos has its own unique character that sets it apart from the rest. It’s the most glamorous island in Greece; but also the most expensive! Like Santorini, it’s not the island for an authentic, slow Cycladic experience, and I’d be doing you a disservice to suggest otherwise. But if you’re here for…
Read the PostThe outdoor courtyard and pool at one of my favorite stays in Naoussa, Paros. Paros offers incredible diversity: quaint hilltop towns with panoramic sea views, tavernas tucked away on winding cobblestone streets, boutique shopping, and stretches of turquoise water meeting sandy beaches. I often refer to it as ‘the crowd-pleasing’ island: whether you’re planning a romantic getaway, a friend’s trip,…
Read the PostUpdated for 2026 with current hotel and rental recommendations and travel tips. As the Greek Islands continue to hover at the top of many travel lists, I find myself drawn to exploring the more ‘local’ islands: ones that offer a mix of incredible food, sandy beaches, local culture, and boutique hotel stays. Sifnos caught my eye a few years back…
Read the PostLeft: Surfers as seen from the pier at Hanalei Bay, Right: Ohi Ohi market. I’ve stayed in Kauai every month of the year and now return annually around the holidays. While it’s known for being one of the rainiest places on earth, that statistic is misleading: the rain falls primarily on the Na Pali mountain range, an inaccessible area that…
Read the PostUpdated for 2026 with current hotel recommendations, restaurants, and travel tips. Naxos is the largest of the Cycladic islands, and one of its most underrated. With nearby Paros getting a lot of recent attention, and neighboring Mykonos and Santorini making for easy ferry transfers, Naxos is a great pick if you’re looking for a quieter, more authentic Greek island experience….
Read the PostClick here to shop the digital guide. After years of exploring the Greek Islands and falling deeper in love with each return visit, I’m thrilled to announce that The Greek Islands Digital Guide is here. This isn’t just another travel guide — it’s a comprehensive, beautifully designed resource that distills everything I’ve learned from countless island-hopping adventures into one…
Read the PostUpdated for 2026 with current hotel recommendations, restaurants, and travel tips. Paros has become increasingly popular in recent years since we first visited during this Greek island hopping trip; it was initially recommended to us as a ‘foodie’ island. Naoussa town in particular attracts visitors seeking both authentic Greek charm and cosmopolitan amenities. Paros is incredibly diverse: this crowd-pleasing island…
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