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Sandy beaches Karpathos: this is where you want to go!

Sandy beaches Karpathos: this is where you want to go!

We have now also visited various other islands in Greece, but for us Karpathos still has the most diversity of beaches and a large number of beautiful beaches. From high waves to a mirror of water: there is something for everyone! And next to...

Online shopping if you live on Karpathos

Online shopping if you live on Karpathos

In the Netherlands we were so used to it. Need something quickly? Bol.com. Need a Christmas present? Just google it and you could order it online. Buy books? Amazon.nl. And everything is always at home within 1-4 days. Now that we live on an island, it all goes just a bit...

Renovating our house on Karpathos

Renovating our house on Karpathos

When we bought our house on Karpathos in 2017, we didn't really change anything. However, now that we live there for a large part of the year and it is really our home instead of a holiday home, it was time for the major renovation. The house was built in 2007 as a holiday home...

Getting married on Karpathos, Greece

Getting married on Karpathos, Greece

Unfortunately, it is already over, but we look back on a beautiful wedding on 'our' island. Because how cool is it to get married on Karpathos in front of your best friends? September 10, 2022 was the big day & In this blog we will tell you more about it. How did you look...

From Karpathos a day trip by boat to Kasos

From Karpathos a day trip by boat to Kasos

Yesterday we went to Kasos for the first time (!) by boat. The plan had been on our list for so long, but every time the holiday was over and we hadn't been there yet. So yesterday it was high time: a day trip to Kasos. In this blog we take…

Karpathos city the capital of Karpathos

Karpathos city the capital of Karpathos

The capital of the Greek island of Karpathos is Karpathos city, but it is also often referred to as Pigadia. You can read all about this place in this blog! Where is the capital of Karpathos? The capital of Karpathos is located on the east side of the island. From the airport...

Profitis Ilias walk with Art & Walk

Profitis Ilias walk with Art & Walk

There it is: my very first blog on The Karpathos Guide! Usually Athina is always the one who writes the blogs, but since she did not participate in the Profitis Ilias walk, it was my turn to write a blog. Enjoy! Collecting for...

Public transport and taxis on Karpathos

Public transport and taxis on Karpathos

No need for a car or any other means of transport? Then take public transport to discover the island. Public transport on Karpathos is very affordable. You pay between €2 and €7 per ride, this of course depends on the distance. From...

Quad rental on the island of Karpathos

Quad rental on the island of Karpathos

Renting a quad on Karpathos is great fun! Keep in mind that quad biking is 'heavy'. It takes much more strength and concentration than driving a car. After a day of quad biking, you are quickly demolished. We therefore recommend to rent a quad...

Mosaic workshop on Karpathos at Art&Walk

Mosaic workshop on Karpathos at Art&Walk

Fancy a creative activity during your holiday on Karpathos? Go for a mosaic workshop at Art and Walk on Karpathos! We participated in this workshop last holiday. Read more about our experience here. Book this workshop directly? Then take a look at this...

Hiking on Karpathos with Art&Walk

Hiking on Karpathos with Art&Walk

Karpathos is known as a perfect destination for hiking and nothing could be further from the truth! Especially in the months of April, May and October it is nice to walk. The temperature is then more pleasant and it is nice and quiet on the island. On Karpathos, Art&Walk offers...

Mountain biking on Karpathos with ION

Mountain biking on Karpathos with ION

October has arrived and finally it was time to go mountain biking on Karpathos. Anyone who follows us on Instagram has seen that this was planned before, but unfortunately it was canceled up to 2 times. The first time because of the clouds and the other time because...

The possibilities to eat vega(n) on Karpathos

The possibilities to eat vega(n) on Karpathos

Oh Yum! Greek cuisine, delicious! When we think of Greek cuisine, we mainly think of olive oil, feta and meat. Lots of meat! Gyros, souvlaki, bifteki, you name it! If you are vegan or suffer from an allergy, this can be a real challenge. But this falls into the...

5x our favorite restaurants on Karpathos

5x our favorite restaurants on Karpathos

We regularly receive private messages with questions about where you should definitely eat in our opinion and last week it was hit again ;). That's why we thought it would be fun to share our favorite restaurants on Karpathos with you. The 5 restaurants below are all...

Nudist beaches on Karpathos

Nudist beaches on Karpathos

Nude sunbathing and swimming is not for me. Just because I'm 1, too prudish and 2, because then I can't see how tan I've become. Anyone who knows me knows how much I love to compete 'who got the brownest' ???? . However, there are people who do...

5 Romantic spots for couples on Karpathos

5 Romantic spots for couples on Karpathos

Greece is all about romance. So it's not surprising that so many couples go to the Greek islands! Yet some places are extra special. This is our top 5 most romantic spots on Karpathos. Enjoy ???? #1 Romantic dinner at Poseidon with full moon...

6x Free activities to do on Karpathos

6x Free activities to do on Karpathos

There are many free activities on Karpathos that you can do while on holiday. In this blog I share my 6 tips with you. Enjoy! #1 Kali Limni The Kali Limni is the highest mountain of Karpathos. You can walk here from Volada (1.5 hours +/- there...

Visit the Acropolis during a city trip to Athens

Visit the Acropolis during a city trip to Athens

Athens is a great city. Last year Vincent and I were in this metropolis for a few hours during a stopover and we really enjoyed it. The first thing planned when we were there: a visit to the Acropolis in Athens. You can read all about this wonder of the world in...

Authentic Olympos | 100% worth a visit on Karpathos

Authentic Olympos | 100% worth a visit on Karpathos

This holiday it was finally time, we visited the traditional village of Olympos on Karpathos. I will tell you how that was in this blog. Where is Olympia located? You will find Olympos all the way in the north of Karpathos, about an hour's drive from...

Kato Lako | The hidden gem of Karpathos

Kato Lako | The hidden gem of Karpathos

I have been coming to Karpathos for 14 years now and now I discover new places every year. For example, last week I went to the Kato Lako beach with Vincent for the first time. Upon arrival we immediately thought the same thing: the most beautiful beach we have seen so far...! ...

Boottrip op Karpathos | Apella en Kyra Panagia

Boottrip op Karpathos | Apella en Kyra Panagia

As you may know if you follow my blog, I just got back from a week in Karpathos with friends. They were on the island for the first time and so I showed them as much as possible. A boat trip could therefore not be missed this week on...

My favorite places to have breakfast on Karpathos

My favorite places to have breakfast on Karpathos

We always have breakfast at Karpathos at home, but we always like to have breakfast outside the door. When we do, we have breakfast in Pigadia at En Plo or near our house at Poseidon Blue. How & what do you read in this blog ???? Breakfast...

5 beaches on Karpathos that you must see

5 beaches on Karpathos that you must see

Greece is a paradise when it comes to beautiful beaches. Karpathos is also bursting with beaches and they are all beautiful! Yet there are a few gems that stand head and shoulders above the rest and therefore for you, the most beautiful beaches of ...

The 1st e-book about Karpathos

Karpathos travel guide

Our digital guide contains 100 pages of all the information you need if you are planning a holiday to Karpathos. From practical information to the most beautiful beaches and tastiest restaurants!

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