Author: Celeste

Grecotel Olympia Oasis Review Family holiday time…When you have children, your priorities, and therefore the criteria you choose your travel destinations often change. Each family’s choices and preferences may be different, but there are some basic facts that will always guarantee a smooth family holiday. These are children’s amusement, comfort, kids friendly dining options and of course safety. Time for family moments and fun time together is the ultimate goal. With all this in mind, we were eager to visit the family luxury resort. For more information on prices and booking, please click here: Grecotel Olympia Oasis in the Greek…

Every once in a while, spending time in nature and disconnecting from our overconnected world is a necessity. But forgoing all comfort may be a daunting task for many, especially for families with kids. That’s why glamping is so great. There are many benefits to camping with kids. Camping is low budget, children love sleeping in a tent, quickly make friends on the campsite, play outside all day and are close to nature. Glamping takes camping to a new level. Glamping is a form of camping involving accommodation and facilities more luxurious than those associated with traditional camping. They come…

During the hot Athenian summer, a hotel with an outdoor swimming pool offers much-needed refreshment after a long day out with the kids. Although Athens has beautiful beaches, often families prefer the convenience of a hotel pool. In this post, I have listed the best Athens hotels with pools. Hotels with pools in Athens Most luxury hotels in Athens have in and outdoor pools. Most of these outdoor pools only operate in summer because the winters in Athens can get too cold for outdoor splashes. We have visited all the pools in this list. Hotel Grande Bretagne, Central Athens The…

Travel tips for visiting Athens with a baby | how to eat, feed, walk and drink to keep the family happy!

Are you looking for family beaches in Athens? We’ve got you covered. In this post, we are listing our tried and tested kid-friendly places on the Athenian Riviera and the wider Attica Peninsula. So whether you are living in Athens or on vacation here, these are our best family beaches on the Athens Coast. Family beaches in Athens Greece is famous for its amazing beaches. In fact, Greece has remained among the top three countries in Europe for the excellent quality of its bathing waters, according to the European Bathing Water Quality Report. Blue Flag Beaches Greece Another indicator of the quality…

It was a hot humid Greek summer in 2012. My second child had just been born. We were looking for a family-friendly hotel to escape the Athenian heat. I wanted a comfortable place that would allow me to leave the newborn inside but near a beach or pool where I could spend time with my other child.  I wanted something nearby Athens with good food and time to relax. Whilst searching the internet, I remembered the five-star hotel that me and my husband had found some summers before in Evia. We had not stayed there at the time, but ran…

Location L’Amico Lounge Bar Restaurant is located in the town of Anavyssos on the Athens coast, about an hour away from Athens center. Anavyssos is a popular holiday destination for locals and for tourists. It’s near Attica but outside the busy city center. Anavyssos hosts many fish taverns and traditional Greek meat bistro’s, as well as hotels and other tourist accommodations. It has a spectacular view of the Saronic Gulf. The world-famous Cape Sounio temple is 20 minutes away by car. L’Amico L’Amico Lounge Bar Restaurant is modernly decorated place with funky details, comfortable sitting area’s and a beautiful view…

Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort We had an amazing time at Out of the Blue Capsis Elite Resort. The resort is beautifully located on a private green peninsula in Agia Pelagia surrounded by a turquoise blue Aegean Sea. The suites and private villas are sensational and the food and services exceptional. You can find everything about our experience here. This post is about the spa at the resort. The Euphoria Rejuvenating Spa Euphoria is a Greek word. It means ‘psychologically uplifting or extreme happiness’. The Euphoria Rejuvenating Spa is located in the main building of the privately gated ‘Exclusive…

Five-Star award-winning Out of the Blue Resort combines luxurious family facilities, a world-class spa with true Cretan hospitality. The unique private island location offers opportunities for a family holiday, a romantic weekend, a luxury vacation with friends, a dream wedding, or a corporate event. I had the chance to visit this beach resort in May 2017. This is my experience. Update 2023: The name of the resort has changed from Capsis Elite Out of the Blue to Out of the Blue Resort. Location Out of the Blue Resort is built on a private peninsula in the traditional fishing village of…

One day 3 islands cruise – Our experience Update June 2021: Due to Covid-19 measures, Evermore Cruises are currently on hold. One day 3 islands? It is possible if you pick a day cruise from Athens! My family was invited to COSMOS, cruise company Evermore Cruises’ new 70m long ship for sailing in the Saronic Gulf. She is the first luxurious yacht, operating as a day cruise boat sailing the Saronic Gulf. Cosmos is also one fastest day-cruisers of its category. The boat It has six bars, five luxurious lounges, and a new specially designed 5-star VIP area for 120 people as…

The rooms at Sidra Hotel Hotel Sidra is a B&B, a 3-star accommodation housed in several beautiful old picturesque Hydra style houses connected by open spaces and a pretty courtyard. One of the buildings has functioned as a sponge factory in the past. The connecting houses are now turned into 16 spacious and light rooms with big windows and or balconies. Some rooms are located on the ground floor overlooking the courtyard. Others are on the second floor connecting to the sun terrace. Our room was on the street side of the hotel. Even though people were passing from our…

Meteora is the name for the famous Greek monasteries built on high rock pillars in Central Greece. Wind and water erosion have formed breathtaking rock formations that are extremely difficult to access. Meteora with kids may, therefore, sound like a challenge. But even with young children, you can visit this special place in Greece. Here are my insider tips for visiting Meteora with kids! Meteora with kids A beautiful mixture of nature and culture made by human hands. High on the special rock formations of Meteora, you will find the Orthodox monasteries of Meteora. Built by monks who wanted to…