Visiting Naxos: Exploring the Island of Dionysus and it's History

The pantheon of Ancient Greek gods and deities remains instantly recognisable to this day. Zeus, Hades, Hermes, Athena, and Hercules, to name a handful, continue to hold a place in popular culture to this day. Throw in the many monsters like the Cyclops, centaur, hydra, and Cerberus, and it’s easy to see how prominent the myths remain. Even so, one of the deities who was once among the most beloved in Greek and later Roman culture is somewhat of a side character or lesser-known being these days. This superbly lovable god of Ancient Greek myth is Dionysus, and it just so happens that discovering the temple devoted to them takes you to the idyllic island of Naxos. History and culture are infused into the way of life you experience on the island of Naxos. Before I dive further into the history of the island, here is a few more reasons why it's one of the best islands to visit in Greece.  1. Authenticity - Naxos is known for being less commercialised and retaining that traditional Gre......

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Going travelling? How to pick the perfect backpack

I have been lucky enough to do a lot of travel in my life, from interrailling across Europe to backpacking across South Africa and camping on the West Coast of Scotland, I've have travelled in a variety of ways including backpacking for long periods of time so I felt it would be useful to share some of my expierence and put together a  guide to selecting backpacks .  The trusty backpack, if you pick the right one, it can be a game-changer when it comes to travel, esepically when you are travelling from city to city or doing a big hike-thru trail. I've done 3 backpacking Interrail trips, two before having kids and one with my kids , and I know firsthand how important it is to pick the right backpack as it can change how you experience travel in terms of logistics, comfort, and ease. Firstly, be practical . Pick your backpack for the purpose and length of the trip. If you are only going away for a weekend, then just opt for something small, durable and practical, and if you are ......

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Dining in Phuket, here is what you need to know

We all know that food speaks to the soul, and the one thing I love about travelling is trying out all the local food delicacies and through the food, learning more about the culture, to me, that experience is intrinsic to why I travel and I like to think many people feel the same.   Having grown up with two parents from not only different countries but different continents has always meant my home has had a variety of influences when it comes to what we eat and I bring that passion with me when I travel. So have you ever wondered what food tastes like on the other side of the world? The following contains golden nuggets on just how good it is. Enjoy! Dining in Paradise Dining in style is definitely not a myth in locations like Hotel Buffet Phuket , where we not only eat the finest food on earth, but also do so in exotic settings throughout the magical island. Restaurants in the location are incredible, and many hosts live cooking shows in fabulous cooking stations surrounded b......

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Maximising Australia: How To Make The Most Of A Trip Down Under

Australia is a country that is on many people’s bucket list. Because it’s so far away from everywhere else - and not the cheapest country in the world - it can often end up being a once-in-a-lifetime trip for a lot of people. Making sure that you maximise your adventures down under is therefore essential. Below are some tips on how to pack as much in as you can without making it too exhausting or too expensive. Leave yourself enough time You’ll need to spare at least two weeks to visit Australia. Four of those days could be taken up travelling, depending on where you’re journeying from, and jet lag could eat up extra days, so ideally three weeks is what you need to give you plenty of time to explore. Some people visit Australia for several months, but this generally requires having no commitments and lots of money (or being willing to work). Consider the season Visiting at different times of the year will provide a different experience. For those in the Northern hemisphere, it’s import......

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