I arrived in Greece with sky-high expectations. I left disappointed and wishing I'd avoided these 5 mistakes.

Next time I go on a trip to Greece, I'd do a few things differently to have a better experience. Chantelle Kincy I visited Greece on a cruise , which was perhaps my first mistake. I didn't get to see enough places. Practical clothing would've been helpful, and I wish I hadn't bothered pursuing famous photo ops. I wish I'd visited some of the smaller islands in Greece and made a better itinerary for Athens. When one of my most anticipated trips turned out to be one of my most frustrating, it was entirely my own fault. I travel professionally for a living , but I still get caught up in excitement and unrealistic expectations when planning. Like many travelers, I'd been dreaming of Greece for years. I watched "Mamma Mia," scrolled through Instagram, and let the images build an idea of what the trip would be like.