Lefkada in Winter: A Quiet, Authentic Island Off-Season

The lagoon and festive waterfront of Lefkada in winter

Lefkada in winter is a completely different island from the busy summer resort, quiet, authentic and far cheaper, with a slow local rhythm in place of the crowds. From about November to March the temperatures stay mild, usually between around 10 and 19 degrees, with occasional rain and wind but bright, sunny days too. Hotels … Read more

Crete in Winter: A Guide to the Off-Season

Crete in Winter: A Guide to the Off-Season

Crete transforms during the winter months, revealing a quieter, greener side far removed from the summer crowds. From November through March, the island’s coastal cities remain mild and welcoming, while snow blankets the high peaks of Psiloritis, the White Mountains, and Lasithi. Resort areas close down, but the authentic heart of Crete beats stronger in … Read more

Meteora in Winter: Snow, Solitude and Short Days

Meteora in Winter: Snow, Solitude and Short Days

Meteora in winter trades summer crowds for cold, quiet air and dramatic light. From December to February the conglomerate pillars often wear mist and low cloud, and snow occasionally dusts the six working monasteries. Terraces and roadside viewpoints stay uncrowded, so photographers get clear compositions. Days are short and the ring road can ice over, … Read more

Milos in December

Milos in December

Milos in December is cool, wet and deeply quiet, the first month of winter, with most facilities closed and reduced ferries and flights. Plan a December trip through My Greece Tours. December opens winter in the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover the weather, what stays open, getting there, things to do and whether … Read more

Milos in Winter

Milos in winter

Milos in winter is cool, quiet and deeply peaceful, with most tourist facilities closed and dramatically reduced ferries and flights. Plan a winter trip through My Greece Tours. Winter is the island at its most peaceful in the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover the winter weather, what stays open, getting there, things to … Read more

Milos in November

Milos in November

Milos in November brings mild but cooler weather, more rain, a cool sea, thin crowds and the real off-season feel. Plan November tours and tickets through My Greece Tours. November marks the start of the off-season in the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover the weather, swimming, the crowds, the best things to do … Read more