Greece
What you need to know before you go
Greece is known for its fascinating ancient cultures, from the democratic Athenians to the warlike Spartans. The ruins of civilization’s birthplace are the biggest draw, including the ancient sites of Rhodes, Knossos, Thessaloniki and, of course, the Acropolis in Athens. The natural beauty of Greece and its many islands is also something to behold. Must-sees include Santorini’s sunsets, Shipwreck Beach on Zakynthos and the Meteora near Kalambaka.
Don’t be fooled into thinking Greece is just a giant museum, though. Among its popular destinations are idyllic Corfu, party islands like Mykonos and Ios, quiet escapes like Paxos and family-friendly spots like Naxos, Skiathos and plenty of others. With over 200 inhabited islands (and the mainland, of course), the choice of places to visit in Greece is staggering, but we’ll help you to narrow it down and find the right one for you.
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Athens is known as the birthplace of civilization – its rich history dates from the Neolithic age. There is so much to see and do, both historic and modern, that a planned itinerary is essential if you’re going to get the most out of the must-see neighborhoods like Plaka, Thissio and Monastiraki. As you roam this vast metropolis, you will...
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Milos
The volcanic island of Milos is perhaps best known for contributing the Venus de Milo to the world of art...
Thasos
Thasos ticks the right boxes if you’re looking for an island that combines fantastic beaches and fascinating ancient history so...
Mykonos
Mykonos is a Greek island that attracts a cosmopolitan set to its stunning beaches, ancient towns and deep blue seas...
Naxos Island
Naxos is the largest of Greece’s Cyclades islands and one of the most beautiful. As with most of the Greek...
Rhodes
Rhodes is the largest and most historically significant of Greece’s Dodecanese islands. Once the location of one of the wonders...
Zakynthos
Zakynthos is most famous for the iconic Shipwreck Beach – or Navagio Beach, as it’s properly known – where the rusting wreck...
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