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I stayed at the unique & beautiful ELaiolithos Lux I stayed at the unique & beautiful ELaiolithos Luxury Retreat in Naxos, the brainchild of local Helen Marakis. This "green luxury" hotel is focused on using local materials & food, providing glimpse into the truly authentic Naxos experience...and it does not lack for views! 

To read my full review, tap the link in my IG bio & click on this photo! --> @onegirlwholeworld 
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A day or two spent in Naxos Chora is well worth it A day or two spent in Naxos Chora is well worth it! Packed with millennia of history, layers of architecture, great food & cocktails, gorgeous ocean views, and so much more, this little town is just one of the many reasons that Naxos should be on your Greek island itinerary! 

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The best parts of an Irish roadtrip are the sponta The best parts of an Irish roadtrip are the spontaneous stops. (Okay, the *best* parts are the scones, but you know what I'm saying...) And that's how I ended up at tiny Clonakilty Distillery for a tour & tasting. AND then how I ended up at wild and windy Galley Head, to see where the brand's barley is grown. 

Tap the link in my IG bio & choose these photos to read about my experience! 
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You don't have to look far to find your own privat You don't have to look far to find your own private beach in Naxos...sure, there are plenty of "official" beaches to choose from, but I preferred just driving down the coast and stopping when I found a gorgeous secluded spot that I could have all to myself 😍🏝
2023 reading list alert!! 🎉📚 Every year I lo 2023 reading list alert!! 🎉📚 Every year I love going back through everything that I read to pick my 10 favorite books of the year...so here are my best books of 2022, a fun blend of historical fiction, fantasy, and romance! 

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One of the features of Naxos is a church and a kit One of the features of Naxos is a church and a kitty around every corner 😻
One of the great joys of travel is the epic accide One of the great joys of travel is the epic accidental discovery...and my discovery of Agios Mamas on the isle of Naxos definitely qualified.  This beautifully-preserved Byzantine church from the mid-800s didn't show up anywhere in my super detailed pre-trip research, but happening upon it (whilst navigating a terrifying narrow dirt road, pretty sure I was lost) was amazing! ⁣
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See why it's so awesome in this new post...tap the link in my IG bio & click on this photo to read it! --> @onegirlwholeworld
Travel intentions for 2023! 🎉 For several years Travel intentions for 2023! 🎉 For several years now I've set "travel intentions" for the coming year...they’re less about checking a box on a list and *really* about being more…well, intentional.  Here's my list of 7 intentions for 2023, in case it inspires you!  What's on your list for the next 12 months?? ⁣
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It's time for my annual "Where to Travel" list! 🎉✈ I've got 10 different 2023 destination ideas (including domestic and international) to fuel your wanderlust in the coming year...what's on your list for this year??⁣
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