Author: Celeste

The Byzantine Museum in Athens Greece is an interesting collection of Byzantine and Christian art. History-loving families will enjoy a visit. Here’s what you can expect at the Byzantine Museum Athens. Byzantine and Christian Museum Everyone knows the Acropolis Museum or the Archaeological Museum in Athens. But there are many other lesser-known museums that are worth your visit. Having tried nearly every museum in Athens, we could not skip the Byzantine Museum. So we spent an afternoon in the museum with the kids (between 9 and 12 years old) admiring religious treasures, artifacts and murals. We also had lunch in…

Lesvos is the third largest Greek island and is situated in the Aegean sea close to Chios, Samos and Lemnos. It’s one of the best Greek islands to visit as a family as there’s so much to see and do! In this blog, we’re going to run you through the 10 best things to do on Lesvos with your children. Discover Lesvos’ History There are amazing castles and historical sites on Lesvos,  those in Molyvos and Mytilini are amazing. You can really imagine that you’ve stepped back in time as you explore the ramparts and take in the gorgeous views.…

Prepare, Plan, Practice Gentle Parenting, don’t overpack, take care of yourself and chill! Traveling with kids can be a lot of fun with the right preparation! Here are my 10 best tips to travel with baby. Tips to Travel with Baby To celebrate the book launch of Dream Big Baby Book this week, I was invited to speak about my blog and traveling with babies. I remembered how anxious I was with my first international trip with my newborn and how careful I was researching and planning. Did you know I created Excel sheets of travel strollers?! I contacted every…

Luxury Family Resorts in Greece. Family holiday resorts Greece, top family resorts Greece, Greece family resorts 5-star. Here are five of the family-friendly luxurious resorts in Greece that live up to the name. And I don’t think that after seeing them, anyone will be inclined to argue. We have personally visited these resorts and wholeheartedly recommend them for families with (young) children. Luxury Family Resorts in Greece Dreaming of a perfect vacation in Greece? This guide to the best Luxury Family Resorts in Greece will help you pick the most exclusive place to stay. I have described the 3 key…

Here, we’ll look at the 3 benefits of Teaching Kids To Sail. One of the best ways to see Greece is to see it by boat. When you are out at sea, you get a much different perspective on the country. Hiring a boat is the essential way to get out to the Greek islands, as well. When you hire a boat, you are able to find those hidden beaches and off the beaten path destinations. Click here for a list of the Best islands in Greece for families The 3 Benefits Of Teaching Kids To Sail You can take…

Do you want to start reading about Greek myths and are you looking for the very best Greek Mythology Books of all time? This list contains amazing works of Greek tales and stories that you need to add to your bookshelf! Best Greek Mythology Books of all time I don’t go anywhere without a book. I love to read, especially about Greece and Greek Mythology. Greek Mythology has so much to offer and it is so much worth exploring, especially if you are traveling to Greece. When my daughter started studying The Odyssey and The Iliad as part of her…

Carnival is a children’s holiday and the Municipality of Athens invites children from 4 years old with their families to live for 15 days their own carnival story, to create, play and have fun, observing all the necessary protection measures for COVID19. Apokries Carnival in Athens 2022 for Kids The Organization of Culture, Sports and Youth of the Municipality of Athens (OPANDA), opens from February 16 to March 5 , all its cultural spaces, Museums, Art Gallery, Creative Learning Centers, Libraries, the Arts Center and the “Melina” Cultural Center, offering a variety of carnival creative programs and activities . Workshops of visual arts, music kinetics, storytelling, theatrical play, museum-educational programs, guided…

Although Greece is famous for its clear blue waters and endless beaches, most children love spending time in a water park. To keep everyone happy, we listed the best water parks in Greece for kids. Because a day out at a water park is guaranteed fun for the whole family! As a general rule, keep in mind that most water parks in Greece open at the beginning of May Aquapolis Athens Athens features several swimming pools, but the only real water park is Aquapolis Athens next to the Athens Zoo. Aquapolis opened in the summer of 2021, and we have…

Do you like waterslides? We really do, and over the past years, we’ve had the chance to test many hotels with water parks in Greece. Many of these water parks are part of an all-inclusive hotel program, making them ideal for families with (young) kids. Here is our list of tried & tested family aqua park hotels (in random order!) The Best Hotels with Water Parks in Greece Keep in mind that most water parks in Greece open at the beginning of May. To make sure the water park in your favorite hotel is open, contact the hotel directly by…

Solar panel travels | Travelling can be difficult when you have to limit your adventures to where you can obtain a reliable energy supply, but what if there was a way to go wherever and constantly have an electricity source? Well, with the help of the sun and a handy solar panel kit, you can set your camper van up wherever as long as you’re soaking up the rays! Here are five reasons why you should use solar panels on your travels. 1. It’s Safe & Easy Off grid solar systems are a great way to generate electricity on the…

Greece is an excellent destination for a family sailing vacation. The weather conditions are good, the sea is generally safe and calm with crystal clear waters, and there are thousands of Greek islands to explore. If you consider a family sailing vacation, you will find this post useful. Because here you will read our 10 tips for sailing in Greece with kids. Sailing with Kids Having children aboard will take sailing to a whole new level, even if you’re an experienced sailor who’s been to port all over the globe. Life is the same way. Our children spend their time…

The Athens Marathon in Greece is a unique yearly event, attended by thousands of people from all over the world. During the Athens Marathon, runners get to race along the historic route from Marathon to Athens. No other event in Athens is so closely related to Greece’s ancient history. The Athens Marathon, proudly called the Authentic Marathon, is the biggest, most significant international sports event in Greece. In this post, you will find information about the history of the Marathon, how to participate in the marathon or how to join the celebrations in Athens and along the route. You will also…