Island Guide & Blog

Travel guides, tips and useful information about the islands we sail to. — 5 posts

Pyrgi and Mesta: The Medieval Mastic Villages of Chios
12 Jun 2026, 12:20

Pyrgi and Mesta: The Medieval Mastic Villages of Chios

With its geometrically patterned façades, Pyrgi, and the labyrinthine fortress village of Mesta are the two most striking of the “mastic villages” (Mastihohoria) in southern Chios.

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Chios Mastic (Mastiha): The White Gold That Named the Island
12 Jun 2026, 12:20

Chios Mastic (Mastiha): The White Gold That Named the Island

Produced only in the south of Chios, mastic is a UNESCO-protected cultural heritage. We tell the story of this unique resin and where to taste it.

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The Best Beaches of Chios: From Mavra Volia to Karfas
12 Jun 2026, 12:20

The Best Beaches of Chios: From Mavra Volia to Karfas

From black volcanic pebbles to golden sand, from quiet coves to lively shores — we’ve gathered the best beaches of Chios and who each one suits.

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Chios Travel Guide: The Mastic Paradise Across from Çeşme
12 Jun 2026, 12:20

Chios Travel Guide: The Mastic Paradise Across from Çeşme

Just half an hour from Çeşme, Chios is one of the most authentic islands in the Aegean — medieval villages, mastic groves and quiet bays. A complete guide for your first visit.

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How to Get to Chios? The Çeşme–Chios Ferry Guide
12 Jun 2026, 12:20

How to Get to Chios? The Çeşme–Chios Ferry Guide

Ferries from Çeşme Port reach Chios in just 30–45 minutes. Everything you need to know about schedules, tickets, visa-on-arrival and taking your car across.

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