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Category: Islands

Islands have their distinct vibe and make for a great vacation, be it for couples or families. This section includes blogs on travel insights on the best islands to visit in a country, top activities and sights on an island, property reviews on the island.

Vis Croatia
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Vis: The furthest inhabited island in Croatia with an interesting history

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on May 25, 2026May 25, 2026

Home to about 3000 people, Vis is amongst the furthest inhabited islands and not one on the direct ferry route from either Split or Dubrovnik. That said, it has an interesting history. Here are the best things to do in Vis Croatia.

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We enjoyed a day trip to Capri on our Italy itinerary
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How to plan a day trip to Capri from Amalfi Coast

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on May 18, 2026May 25, 2026

A day trip to Capri can be easily planned as part of your Amalfi itinerary. A day trip to Capri is just about enough to savour some of the highlights of this lovely island.

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Greece with kids: A 10-day Itinerary for a family trip

  • by Shweta Markandeya
  • Posted on May 7, 2026May 7, 2026

Check out this 10-day family-friendly Greece Itinerary. We traveled to Greece with kids, covering the city of Athens and the two most visited islands in the Cyclades – Santorini and Mykonos.

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Santorini sunsets are a must-do on your trip.
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The Best Things to do in Santorini, Greece

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on March 7, 2026March 21, 2026

Although Santorini is touristy and pricey, the blue domes, the jaw-dropping caldera views, the surreal sunsets are all true. Dive into the best things to do in Santorini Greece.

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Top Greek islands for a family holiday

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on March 6, 2026May 5, 2026

A family vacation to Greece would be unimaginable without visiting one or more of the islands. Read on for some of the best options of Greek islands for a family holiday.

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Six Senses Con Dao: Luxury Beach Resort in Vietnam

  • by Shweta Singhal
  • Posted on March 4, 2026March 4, 2026

Con Dao islands are still a hidden gem, far away from urban chaos yet accessible from Ho Chi Minh City. Six Senses at Con Dao makes for a lovely family vacation.

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Hi! I am Shweta, the zest of this blog :-).

I have always been passionate about travel and immersing in new experiences. Having been to over 45 countries, the idea behind this blog is to bring family-friendly itineraries and tips, destinations, and luxury stays to the readers. My belief is that family travel needn’t be boring and one can do a mix of local culture & food, adventure activities and relaxation, all with family.

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