The final stop on my European adventure - Naxos! This island, located in the Cyclades of Greece, turned out to be my favourite destination among all the places I've visited (I know I've probably said that about all my stops). There was something extraordinarily beautiful and laid-back about Naxos. Everyone appeared to be in a state of relaxation, the locals were abundant, and the island itself was a natural marvel.

Armed with padded hiking boots, headlights and not enough warm clothes on our legs and bums, my friend and I ascended Niamboyoo at 4am on a Saturday morning. With short stops along the way, a moment of desperate need in the bushes and mysterious noises coming from the distant trees we slowly hiked onwards and upwards to the peak.