Islands - Find Us Lost https://finduslost.com Travel Guides for the modern world traveler Sun, 25 Jan 2026 02:21:50 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9 https://finduslost.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/09/favicon-01-100x100.png Islands - Find Us Lost https://finduslost.com 32 32 Kauai in December: Weather, Where To Stay & What To Expect https://finduslost.com/kauai-in-december/ https://finduslost.com/kauai-in-december/#respond Tue, 30 Dec 2025 01:35:16 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=24912 Surfers in hanalei bay kauai as seen from the pier

Left: Surfers as seen from the pier at Hanalei Bay, Right: Ohi Ohi market. I’ve stayed in Kauai every month of the year and now return annually around the holidays. While it’s known for being one of the rainiest places on earth, that statistic is misleading: the rain falls primarily on the Na Pali mountain range, an inaccessible area that...]]>
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The Complete Naxos, Greece Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/naxos-greece-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/naxos-greece-travel-guide/#respond Wed, 20 Aug 2025 18:06:08 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=23130 The view from Naxos' temple of Portara (Temple of Apollo) at sunset looking back at Chora main town

Updated for 2026 with current hotel recommendations, restaurants, and travel tips. Naxos is the largest of the Cycladic islands, and one of its most underrated. With nearby Paros getting a lot of recent attention, and neighboring Mykonos and Santorini making for easy ferry transfers, Naxos is a great pick if you’re looking for a quieter, more authentic Greek island experience....]]>
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The Complete Folegandros, Greece Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/folegandros-greece-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/folegandros-greece-travel-guide/#respond Sat, 26 Apr 2025 12:00:01 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=21979 One of the best greek islands to visit - Folegandros Galifos Beach

Updated for 2026 with current hotel recommendations, restaurants, and travel tips. Folegandros, Greece is a hidden gem conveniently close to Santorini yet wonderfully less visited. After an attempt at visiting this island a few years back (in which we ended up island hopping to Naxos instead), we finally made it to stay at the beachfront boutique hotel I’d been eyeing...]]>
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The Complete Kauai Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/the-complete-kauai-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/the-complete-kauai-travel-guide/#comments Sat, 01 Mar 2025 08:02:31 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=1606

Of all the Hawaiian islands, Kauai is by far my favorite. It boasts incredible mountain landscapes, crystal-clear water, quaint restaurants, and beautiful waterfalls. The locals are friendly and tourists don’t seem to linger around on the beaches as much as on Maui or the Big Island, which makes it seem a bit more untouched. This Kauai guide has a little...]]>
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The Complete Mykonos, Greece Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/complete-mykonos-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/complete-mykonos-travel-guide/#comments Sat, 01 Feb 2025 16:45:51 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=772 The corridor outside Castro's Bar in Little Venice

Whether you’ve traveled to the Mediterranean or are daydreaming of a trip there soon, the island of Mykonos is worth grabbing a swimsuit and boarding the next plane to Greece for. Like every Greek Island, Mykonos has its own unique charm that sets it apart from the rest. The colorful walking streets and vibrant energy of locals and visitors will make...]]>
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How to Choose Which Greek Islands to Visit https://finduslost.com/greek-islands-how-to-choose-which-to-visit/ https://finduslost.com/greek-islands-how-to-choose-which-to-visit/#comments Sat, 01 Feb 2025 13:51:52 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=10235 One of the best greek islands to visit - Milos via @finduslost

Updated for 2026 with additional island & hotel recommendations, travel tips and planning advice. Summer is right around the corner and it seems the Greek Islands are on everyone’s radar! One of the most common questions I’m receiving lately is how to choose which Greek Island to visit. It’s important to note that there are actually over 6,000 Greek Islands,...]]>
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The Complete Cook Islands Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/cook-islands-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/cook-islands-travel-guide/#comments Mon, 20 Jan 2025 09:00:30 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=6911 Floating in the most clear blue water at One Foot Island in the Cook Islands

The Cook Islands is my go-to recommendation anytime someone asks me about a tropical getaway. There is something so special about experiencing a destination so beautiful with so little crowds. From the crystal clear turquoise water of Aitutaki to the tropical jungles of Rarotonga, a getaway in the Cook Islands is what a tropical vacation should feel like. The locals...]]>
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The Complete Santorini, Greece Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/complete-santorini-greece-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/complete-santorini-greece-travel-guide/#comments Sun, 19 Jan 2025 07:00:52 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=2080 The best Airbnb to stay in while visiting Oia, Santorini, Greece

Santorini is truly one of the most breathtaking destinations in Greece. As a volcanic caldera with a unique half-moon shape, the island offers stunning panoramic views and countless photo opportunities. The iconic whitewashed cave houses, perched high above the Aegean Sea, create an unforgettable backdrop. Beyond the views, Santorini’s charm extends to its traditional tavernas, where you can savor fresh,...]]>
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The Complete Milos, Greece Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/milos-greece-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/milos-greece-travel-guide/#comments Tue, 19 Mar 2019 08:10:14 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=9632 Sarakiniko Beach, Milos Greece Travel Guide via Find Us Lost

Updated for 2026 with current hotel picks, recommendations and island hopping tips. I can confidently say Milos, Greece is one of my favorite destinations to date. Between the unforgettable beaches (if you haven’t seen photos of the ‘moonscapes’ of Sarakiniko Beach, check them out ASAP), delicious fresh seafood, and quaint downtowns, it’s truly a slice of paradise. Milos has a...]]>
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Cyprus Mini Guide https://finduslost.com/cyprus-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/cyprus-travel-guide/#comments Thu, 29 Nov 2018 12:59:50 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=8632 Cypriot buildings in pano lefkara mountain town in Cyprus via @finduslost

5+  DAYS — Best time to visit – July through September is peak season, in spring and winter the sea is still warm Weather – hot, dry Mediterranean climate Getting around – rental car, points of interest are usually within an hour drive Currency – Euros Languages – English, Greek and Turkish Nearby Airports – Larnaca Airport (LCA) or Paphos Airport (PFO) Photos...]]>
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The Complete Aruba Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/the-complete-aruba-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/the-complete-aruba-travel-guide/#comments Thu, 08 Nov 2018 18:17:19 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=7699 Feeding the flamingos in Aruba via Find Us Lost

Last week we headed to Aruba for some sun and fun before the start of Fall. The Aruba Tourism board contacted us to visit, and we jumped at the chance to finally see Aruba! We’d heard great things about the island while living in Amsterdam, since Aruba is actually part of the Netherlands. We rented a Jeep for the week...]]>
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The Complete Nassau, Bahamas Travel Guide https://finduslost.com/the-complete-nassau-bahamas-travel-guide/ https://finduslost.com/the-complete-nassau-bahamas-travel-guide/#comments Tue, 12 Jun 2018 16:14:47 +0000 https://finduslost.com/?p=6018 Splashing in clear blue water and white sand a couple on the beach in Nassau, Bahamas

There’s nothing like the feeling of flying into a destination with clear blue water on all sides. This trip was a long time coming — though Jacob and I lived in the U.S. most of our lives, we never made it to The Bahamas. Now we can’t imagine why! It’s a short flight away and a welcome slice of paradise....]]>
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