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Greece Travel Guide 🇬🇷
Everything I know about traveling my home country — ferries, island hopping, itineraries and honest local tips. Written by a Greek, for travelers who want more than the postcard.
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How to Book Ferries in Greece
The complete Ferryhopper walkthrough — routes, fees, e-tickets, and how not to get stranded in August.
10-Day Cyclades Itinerary
My exact island-hopping route: Paros → Naxos → Ios → Santorini, ferry legs, budgets and all. Free.
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Every guide and story from Greece in one place — updated as new posts are published.
When to visit Greece
Late May–June and September are the sweet spot: warm sea, open ferry schedules, and none of the August chaos. July–August is peak everything — prices, crowds, and the meltemi wind that occasionally cancels high-speed ferries. October–April is wonderful for Athens, Crete and the mainland, but many island hotels and restaurants close.
Quick answers
Do I need to rent a car on the islands? On Naxos and Crete, yes. On Santorini, Mykonos and Paros, buses and ATVs cover most of it.
Cash or card? Cards work almost everywhere now; keep €50 in cash for beach tavernas and kiosks.
How far ahead to book ferries? 2–4 weeks in summer — full details in my ferry guide.
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