The church used as the wedding film location in the movie Mamma Mia is Agios Ioannis Kastri in Skopelos island, Greece. Mamma Mia Wedding Church Ever since the movie Mamma Mia came out in 2008, the church of Agios Ioannis Kastri in Skopelos, Greece has become world-famous. Its picturesque location makes this small church on a rocky outcrop one of the most photographed places in … [Read more...]

The hiking path between Patitiri and Chora in Alonissos is a relatively easy route that takes about 45 minutes each way. How to walk from Patitiri to Chora The Greek island of Alonissos has a number of interesting walking paths, and the trail between Patitiri and Chora is a lovely one to take. This old, cobbled path used to be a donkey trail, but today, it is a well signed and maintained … [Read more...]

Here's a collection of interesting facts about ancient Greece, the cradle of Western civilization. Some of these Greece facts you may not have known before! Ancient Greece Interesting Facts Did you know: Greece is home to the oldest capital city in Europe, Athens. Additionally, democracy originated in Greece. Furthermore, women were not allowed to participate in or watch the ancient Olympic … [Read more...]

This guide to the best beaches in Naxos will help you pick the perfect spot, whether you want to relax, see the sunset, or go snorkeling in Naxos Greece. Best Beaches Naxos Naxos is the largest island in the Cyclades of Greece, which means that it has more than its fair share of incredible beaches! In my opinion, Naxos is home to some of the most beautiful sandy beaches in all of Greece. … [Read more...]

There are 8 ferries a day sailing from Naxos to Santorini, and the quickest ferry trip takes just 1 hour and 15 minutes. Naxos to Santorini Ferry Guide The popular destinations of Naxos and Santorini have many ferry connections between them, and are less than a couple of hours apart by ferry. This means they are often included on a Greek island hopping itinerary in the Cyclades of Greece. … [Read more...]