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Southern Europe, Morocco and MauritiusComparisonNovember 2, 2026

Retirement in the sun: six destinations to try before settling down

Six bases for planning a retirement in the sun: things to consider during a scouting trip, including daily life, housing, healthcare, length of stay and budget.

FranceGuideNovember 2, 2026

Ferries in the Mediterranean: the right ports for your itinerary

Corsica–Italy, Italy–Greece, France or Spain–Morocco: the ports, accommodation and total cost to compare when planning your ferry crossing.

CreteGuideNovember 1, 2026

Cretan cuisine: which base should you choose for a food-focused stay in 2026?

January 1, 2026 — December 31, 2026

Chania, Heraklion or Agios Nikolaos: choose your food-focused stay in Crete, among tavernas, farm cooking, wineries and olive oil.

MeteoraComparisonNovember 1, 2026

Meteora from Kalambaka: which excursion should you choose for your day?

Five local excursions to compare minibus tours, hiking, e-bike rides, sunset tours and private tours in Meteora, including their access arrangements and languages.

AthensComparisonOctober 31, 2026

Day trips from Athens: which outing should you choose between the sea and ancient sites?

Sounion, Delphi, a catamaran or the islands: five day trips from Athens compared by duration, sights, language and transport.