Spetses vs Poros: Which Saronic Island to Choose

Spetses, Greece — Spetses8 evlahos

Spetses and Poros are two of the greenest islands in the Saronic Gulf, yet they suit very different trips. Spetses is the larger, elegant, largely car-free island reached by hydrofoil from Piraeus, while Poros sits just a few hundred metres off the Peloponnese near Galatas. This My Greece Tours comparison of Spetses and Poros helps … Read more

Spetses vs Hydra: Which Saronic Island to Choose

Spetses, Greece — Agioi Anargyri Beach on Spetses island, Greece, a view from

Spetses and Hydra sit in the Argo-Saronic Gulf within easy reach of Athens, and both curb wheeled traffic, yet they feel distinct the moment you step off the boat. This My Greece Tours comparison weighs getting there, atmosphere, beaches, dining, nightlife and cost, so you can match either island to your trip. Start with the … Read more

Ikaria vs Samos: Which Island to Choose?

Ikaria vs Samos: Which Island to Choose?

Ikaria and Samos sit side by side in the eastern Aegean, close enough to combine on a single trip yet different in character. Ikaria is wild, mountainous and thinly developed, a Blue Zone known for exceptional longevity and all-night village festivals. Samos is larger, greener and far more built up, with fuller tourist infrastructure and … Read more