Some places on earth feel like you can find all the beauty of a country in a single region. For Iceland, that’s undoubtedly the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. Here you’ll find everything that makes Iceland so special: rugged cliffs, lava fields, black beaches, glaciers, horses, and charming fishing villages. And best of all? It’s much quieter there […]
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Iceland… the word alone conjures up images of mighty glaciers, churning waterfalls, erupting volcanoes, and steaming hot springs. But it’s only when you’re there that you truly grasp how special this island is. It’s a place where nature still reigns supreme, where every landscape tells a story, and where you’ll be amazed every single day.
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If you love Greek mythology, ancient ruins, and places where history comes to life, then Olympia is definitely a destination you should add to your Greek itinerary. We visited this magical place during a road trip through the Peloponnese and were immediately impressed. Although we found the archaeological sites of Delphi, Mystras, Mycenae and Epidaurus
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We recently spent three days on Andros, and it turned out to be one of the most surprising stops on our island-hopping trip through Greece. Unlike the more famous Cycladic islands such as Santorini or Mykonos, Andros feels refreshingly authentic, lush, mountainous, and wonderfully untouristy. Arriving by ferry from Rafina near Athens, we were struck
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High in the mountains of central Greece lies the mysterious oracle of Delpi, an ancient city full of history, myths and breathtaking views. We visited Delphi during our road trip through mainland Greece, and it felt like we were stepping back in time. Imagine walking along an ancient stone path, surrounded by cypresses, olive trees
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Before we started our road trip in the Peloponnese, we had never heard of Mystras. But the more we read about it, the more it intrigued us and after our visit with the kids, we unanimously agreed. Mystras, located north of the Mani Peninsula, is one of our favorite sights in Greece. Arriving here feels
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On a road trip through the rugged Mani Peninsula in Greece Greece has long had a special place in our hearts, the sun-drenched islands, the delicious food, and the hospitable people, … But during our road trip in Greece we discovered a part that we had never heard of before: the Mani Peninsula, which includes
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15x What to do in Zakynthos + our best travel tips Zakynthos is one of the most beautiful Greek islands and is located in the Ionian Sea, near the Peloponnese peninsula. Despite the fact that it is quite touristy (especially in high season) and known for its nightlife, there are also many quiet and authentic
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Discover charming Nafplio: sights, beaches, food, sleep, and day trips Nafplio was one of those places where we knew right away: we could stay here a bit longer. We visited this charming city during our tour of the Peloponnese. Nafplio (or Nafplion, both are used) was once the capital of Greece, but Otto of Bavaria
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Our road trip through Greece and the Peloponnese + tips Dreaming of a road trip through Greece? Then you’ve come to the right place! In this guide, we’ll take you on our ultimate 10-day Greece itinerary, starting from bustling Athens, through the beautiful Peloponnese, and, if you’re up for even more adventure, maybe even heading
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