Wind on Karpathos: Are they really that strong here?

Wind on Karpathos: Are they really that strong here?

On Facebook there are several groups about Greece and every time someone has a question about Karpathos, there are always about 10 people who shout: "DO NOT GO TO KARPATHOS, THE WIND IS ALWAYS SO EXTREME AND YOU CAN'T DO ANYTHING". We don't want to say that it doesn't...

How is the weather on Karpathos?

How is the weather on Karpathos?

Over the past year, we have tracked the temperature, wind force, wind direction and rainfall each day. We have processed this information in handy tables and hope to give you more information about what to expect from the weather on Karpathos. Of course, the weather...

Where to stay when on Karpathos? Villages + our advice

Where to stay when on Karpathos? Villages + our advice

Karpathos is beautiful! And with beautiful beaches, traditional villages and lively atmosphere, it has something for everyone. If you plan to visit Karpathos, there are some seaside resorts and villages where it is best to stay. In this blog we take you through all...

How child-friendly is the Greek island of Karpathos?

How child-friendly is the Greek island of Karpathos?

A question we get with some regularity as soon as the season starts again: is Karpathos child-friendly or not? And answering it is sometimes difficult, because when exactly is something child-friendly or not? Everyone has his or her own interpretation of that....

Public transport and taxis on Karpathos

Public transport and taxis on Karpathos

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

Rent a quad on Karpathos

Rent a quad on Karpathos

Renting a quad bike on Karpathos is great fun! Just keep in mind that quad biking is 'tough'. It requires much more strength and concentration than driving a car. After a day of quad biking, you will soon be exhausted. We therefore recommend renting a quad for one or...

Car rental on the Greek island Karpathos

Car rental on the Greek island Karpathos

On Karpathos, of course, you can choose a hotel in Pigadia without a car. Just lazing on the beach near your hotel for 8 days. Yet we find that quite a waste, because Karpathos has so much more to offer. Renting a car on Karpathos is a must! Is renting a car on...

Why spring is the most beautiful period on Karpathos

Why spring is the most beautiful period on Karpathos

Of course, Karpathos is always enjoyable, but spring is extra special. The temperature shoots up, but it is still quiet and incredibly green. What more could you ask for? #1 Abandoned beaches (without beach beds and umbrellas!) Yess! Surely this is enjoyment! In...

Kalo Pascha! | How do the Greeks celebrate Easter?

Kalo Pascha! | How do the Greeks celebrate Easter?

Easter has already passed with us this year and the Greek Easter is yet to come. But that's not the only difference. Nowadays Easter for us means mostly a day off, and dinners with the family, but for Greeks it is, the most important feast of the year. How Greek...

Important Greek holidays

Important Greek holidays

Greek holidays are incredibly important to the Greeks. Where we in the Netherlands attach less and less value to certain holidays, the holidays are still very important to the Greeks. Below is a list of the official Greek holidays. Please note that on these holidays...

Hét e-book over Karpathos

Karpathos reisgids

Onze digitale gids met 200 pagina’s bevat alle informatie die je nodig hebt als je naar Karpathos op vakantie gaat. Van praktische tips tot de mooiste stranden, leukste activiteiten en lekkerste restaurants. Daarnaast hebben we ook diverse kortingscodes voor je toegevoegd! Zo krijg je met onze guide o.a. korting op een luxe verblijf, een privé boottour en bij diverse restaurants!

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