Senior Travel Planning Specialist
Nikos Vasilakis
Nikos is a certified travel consultant who has helped thousands of visitors navigate the complexities of Greek logistics, from ferry schedules to car rental logistics. He provides practical, data-driven advice to ensure stress-free trips.
- Writing about travel
- 9+ years
- Covers
- Logistics Planning, Ferry Schedules, Budget Travel, Transportation Hacks
- Languages
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Stories by Nikos Vasilakis
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The Monasteries of Patmos: St John, the Cave of the Apocalypse and Chora
How to visit the Monastery of St John the Theologian, the Cave of the Apocalypse and the convents of Chora on Patmos, with access and etiquette tips.
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Solo Travel in Greece: Safety, Getting Around and Where to Go
Practical advice for travelling alone in Greece: how safe it is, how to move between the mainland and islands, where to stay, and which places suit solo travellers best.
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The Best Greek Souvenirs to Bring Home (and What You Can't Take)
Which Greek souvenirs are worth buying, from olive oil, mastic and honey to icons, komboloi and sandals, and the export rules on antiquities, stones and food.
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Greek Islands with Kids: Choosing an Island, Ferries and Practical Tips
How to pick a Greek island that works for a family, keep ferry days manageable, and handle heat, food and beaches with children.
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Rhodes Old Town: A Walking Guide to the Medieval City
How to explore the walled Old Town of Rhodes, from the Knights' quarter and the Grand Master's Palace to the Ottoman and Jewish quarters.
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Budget Travel in Greece: How to Save on Transport, Rooms, Food and Sights
Concrete ways to keep a Greece trip cheap, from Athens transport fares and ferry classes to free museum entry and when to travel.
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Greece Entry Requirements 2026: Visas, EES, ETIAS and Tourist Fees
What you need to enter Greece in 2026: who needs a Schengen visa, how the 90/180 rule works, what the new EES border checks involve, where ETIAS stands, and the local fees visitors pay.
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Santorini's Quieter Villages: Pyrgos, Megalochori, Emporio and Beyond Oia
Where to go in Santorini once you have seen Fira and Oia: the inland villages of Pyrgos, Megalochori, Emporio and Finikia, the wine country, Akrotiri and practical tips for avoiding the crowds.