Best areas to stay in Bali When it comes to the best areas to stay in Bali, I’m sure you’ve heard enough about Kuta, Ubud or Seminyak. If you’re looking for some practical information to decide what suits better for your type of holiday, then you’ll love the map and the quick comparative table (jump to it) including all of the locations, based on your kind of trip. As you can imagine, there are areas in Bali that work great for families and others for romantic couples, first-time visit and nightlife seekers. The best part? Everything here has just been updated from my last recent trip. (In oth ..read more

So you are travelling to the most unique city in the world and you are wondering what are the best places to stay in Venice. Let me say first that it is very important to choose the area that fits you the best (we are all different). This may be for your budget, for your interests or for the museums you plan to visit. I used to visit Venice every single year for almost 20 years. Why? Because my grandparents were from there. Now even if I live in Melbourne, I love to go back and explore Venice, although in a different way, as an adult. Now here is the good news. I assure you that you will ..read more

17 Best photos of Tinos island Here below, you will find a selection of my photos of the island of Tinos Island. Do not think anything arty, but they will give you a good idea of what to expect from the island I suggest reading more about the different areas of the island, including a map, on my Tilos guide. You can also check the 10 must-see places to visit on the island Livadia Beach View of Livadia Bay from Agios StefanosThe long Livadia BeachWalking along the Livadia Beach with its cafes and restaurantsThe pebble beach of LivadiaThe main square of Livadia BeachView of the port area from th ..read more

Best 10 places to visit in Tilos Tilos is one of the most underrated islands in the Dodecanese, so beautiful, so off the beaten path. Indeed, it is not the island for a party, although it has one of the most unique bars you can find in Greece, isolated in a ghost village. As you approach the Livadia port, you will not probably feel much inspired by the character and architecture of the town, a mix of old and new. But, at your first walk you will soon discover a beautiful pedestrian only beach walk, a square and access to many interesting places on the island, including the cave of the dwarf el ..read more

Where to stay in Tilos – Best areas, hotels & Airbnb Tilos is one of those genuine islands that has kept the real Greek character, with mostly family run tavernas and accommodations. It is the perfect place to regenerate, to hide and forget about the busy life back home. Whether you’re swimming in the turquoise water, eating amazing local food, or enjoying a tsipouro, this is the perfect small Dodecanese island to relax and unwind. Until some time ago, the only place to stay was in Livadia, the harbour area where the ferry arrives. In the last few years, however, new accommodations have op ..read more

35 Best photos of Sikinos island Here below, you will find a selection of my best photos of the island of Nisyros (also spelt as Nisiros). I suggest reading more about the different areas of the island, including a map, on my Nisyros guide. You can also check the 7 must-see places to visit on the island Map of NisirosMandraki and around View of Mandraki from the boatWondering around the streets of MandrakiA walk in the small lanes of MandrakiBar with a view – The Rifmos BarI loved the characteristic layout of the houses of MandrakiThe Mandraki esplanade reminds somehow an early version of Myko ..read more

Best Camping Spots In New South Wales There’s nothing more relaxing than spending the evening next to a campfire with the sights and sounds of nature in the background. Taking a break from the city and exploring the wild gives you its unique kind of freedom. If you’re adventurous enough – and pick the right spot, camping offers everything you need for a perfect holiday getaway.  The benefits of camping speak for themselves. But to experience the wonders of nature, you must first prepare yourself and your gear. A tech survival kit will ensure you’re electronically covered and a camping che ..read more

Where to stay in Symi – Best areas, hotels & Airbnb You will be literally open mouth as you approach the port area of Symi island. It is so beautiful and unique with those neoclassical mansions! Symi is so popular with day trippers from Rhodes, Kos and other nearby places from the Dodecanese, but honestly, you should really spend a few nights to genuinely appreciate the beauty of this island. Contrary to the popular thinking, Symi is not such a small island, it is actually the perfect size for a few days’ stay, where you can discover idyllic beaches, fantastic trekking and amazing food. Wi ..read more

Where to stay in Ios Island – Best areas, hotels & Airbnb Ios is certainly not anymore a hidden gem, in fact it is probably one of the most famous islands in Greece, and for a few good reasons. Beautiful beaches with crystal clear waters, plenty of young people meeting at night in the exciting Chora and a unique landscape of olive trees. I first passed by Ios in the 80s when this island was the hippy center in the heart of the Cyclades, and most of the young crowd was sleeping on the beach. Today is very far from that. You can still find cheap hotels (I have a little gem below, by the way ..read more

Where to stay in Sikinos Island – Best areas, hotels & Airbnb Sikinos is one of the hidden gems of the Cycladic Islands.  Nested between Ios and Folegandros, this tiny island is the perfect spot for anyone wanting to avoid the busy Greek islands. In fact, Sikinos is surely one of the quietest Greek islands and one of the most secluded place to stay in the Aegean Sea.  You can comfortably explore this relatively small island (around 12-13km long and 4km wide) by car or bus. You can even walk through most of of the island if you do not mind the high temperatures of the summer month ..read more