Located between Lefkada and Zakynthos, Kefalonia is the largest of the 7 Ionian Islands in Greece. A beautiful piece of land with exotic beaches, magical underground caves and green forests. We visited this island as part of a three-week itinerary in the Ionian Sea and fell in love with it! So in this post I’ll … The post 13 Unforgettable Things to Do in Kefalonia: Your Ultimate Guide! appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Budapest is a revered city blessed with myriads of attractions, fantastic landmarks, cultural venues, and old-world architecture. But few people realize that amidst the hustle and bustle of this metropolis there is an oasis of green nature where you can spend a relaxing day away from the tumult of the city. This retreat is Margaret … The post Margaret Island – How to Spend a Cool Day in Budapest appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Bratislava may not count itself among the must-see European capitals, but if you wonder if it’s worth a visit I can guarantee you won’t be disappointed. We stumbled upon this beautiful city totally by accident, while looking for some short trips from Budapest. And to our surprise, we found enough things to do in Bratislava … The post Things to Do in Bratislava – Guide to Visiting Slovakia’s Capital appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Zakynthos (also known as Zante) is one of the major Ionian Islands – a mesmerizing archipelago located along the western coast of mainland Greece. Due to its spectacular white cliffs, hidden coves, as well as the famous Shipwreck Beach, Zakynthos island became one of the most popular destinations in Greece. How to Reach Zakynthos from Mainland … The post Top Things to Do in Zakinthos, Greece for First Time Visitors appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Sure, we’ve all heard of Santorini, Mykonos, or Crete, but Greece is home to so many other beautiful islands which are often overlooked because of their bigger and more famous neighbors. I didn’t know much about Ithaca before our trip to the Ionian Islands, in Greece. The only thing that resonated with me was its … The post Ithaca Greece: the Island of Unspoiled Beaches & Myths appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Ah, Greece! This captivating country that boasts so much history, culture, and natural beauty. Like so many others before us we fell in love with it right from the start. So much so, that soon after our road trip in the Peloponnese we went back to visit the islands in the Ionian Sea. This was … The post The Ultimate Guide to Visiting the Ionian Islands, Greece appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Only a few hours from Athens, in the Valley of Thessaly near the town of Kalambaka, lies one of Greece’s most astonishing religious sites: the Monasteries of Meteora! Second in importance only to Mount Athos, this UNESCO World Heritage site is one of the most unusually built monastic complexes in the Eastern Orthodox Church. Whether … The post Meteora Monasteries – Journey Into the Sacred Site of Greece appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

By virtue of its location – in southeastern Europe – Greece enjoys a milder climate than the rest of the continent. While in most parts of Europe the weather starts to get miserable in October, in Greece the fall season offers the best of all worlds. Temperatures are still warm, prices are lower, and the … The post Greece in October: Best Beach Destinations to Visit in Fall appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Planning a trip to Greece and not sure what to wear? Greece is one of Europe’s most popular travel destinations, filled with ancient history, stunning archeological sites and mesmerizing beaches. But figuring out what kind of clothes to pack can be tricky, especially if it’s a place you’ve never visited before. Well, no need to … The post What to Wear in Greece – the Ultimate Packing List appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more

Delphi is one of the most spectacular archaeological sites in all of Greece, next only to the Acropolis of Athens. So whether you plan to spend a couple of days in Delphi or visit it as a day trip from Athens, you are going to have a wonderful time here! This extraordinary UNESCO World Heritage site … The post How to Visit Delphi on a Day Trip from Athens appeared first on Travel Notes & Beyond ..read more