Lonely Planet
The 8 destinations pro travelers say ruin all others
Sometimes a life-changing trip is just as damning as it is magnificent, ruining you for any trip you eventually take. These destinations are worth that sacrifice.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Islands to Visit for Turquoise Coves, Cliffside Villages, and World-Class Snorkeling
Welcome to paradise.
National Geographic
5 alternative European islands to explore this summer
Europe's islands have long lured travellers, from Homer's Odyssey across Mediterranean isles to the remote Scottish outcrop said to have inspired Robert Louis Stevenson's 19th-century classicTreasure ...
Lonely Planet
10 of the best neighborhoods in Athens
Learn the difference between Kolonaki and Koukaki, Psyrri and Gazi, in this tour of central Athens’ most visited districts.
The Guardian
Crete treats: a chef’s tour of her favourite Greek island
The island has a culinary tradition as old as its ancient olive trees. Our writer savours its family-run tavernas, village bakeries and local produce As someone with Cypriot roots and distant Greek heritage, I’m often asked the question: which is the best island? People lean in, expecting a secret – some tiny, untouched haven, known only to locals. My answer is always the same: Crete. With its…
National Geographic
Go beyond the restaurant with these food experiences in Europe
Whether you’re cracking crayfish at a Swedish summer party, foraging in Alpine meadows or plucking grapes in a Portuguese grove, immersive food tours offer a fascinating insight into local culinary ...
The Guardian
Walk in the footsteps of gods, heroes and monsters: five trips to mythical Greece
Discover where supplicants consulted Apollo in Delphi, the infant Hermes hid stolen cattle and where Poseidon created a love nest for a sea nymph Some stories never get old. The poems and songs from Greek mythology – tales of tragedy, love and loss, war and revenge, jealous gods, magic and monsters – have been retold through the ages for good reason. Like all stories that really resonate, they…
The Guardian
My very own Greek Odyssey: a sailing trip to the island of Ithaca
A quest for the settings that inspired Homer – and Hollywood’s latest blockbuster – turned into a personal voyage of discovery Swimming ashore from the boat I can see a narrow shingle beach covered in driftwood. There are logs, bamboo canes and the sundried planks of an old shipwreck. The steep climb up the hill behind is not easy. I skirt thick clumps of thorn and abandoned ancient olive trees…
The Guardian
‘The clearest seas I’ve ever swum in’: readers’ favourite holidays to Greece
Beach-hopping, gorge hikes and awesome archaeological sites feature in your best memories of Greece • Tell us about a family day out in the UK – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher We first noticed Milos as we travelled home from Crete, flying directly above it and deciding that was where we must go next. It didn’t disappoint. The island was calm, peaceful and strikingly beautiful. Milos i…
Afar
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
Scattered across islands, national parks, medieval towns, and rugged coastlines, these are the shorelines worth building a European trip around.
The Guardian
‘I half expected James Bond to appear with a martini’: readers’ favourite seaside hotels in Europe
From faded grandeur in Greece to designer cabins in the Norwegian dunes, these are your most glamorous coastal discoveries • Tell us about a memorable Greek holiday – the best tip wins a £200 holiday voucher The Hotel Villa Garden , Sant’Agnello is a ravishing but small, friendly, family-run hotel about 25 minutes walk from the centre of Sorrento. The view from the cliff-edge dining terrace ove…
Skift
Can a Party-Driven Brand Thrive in Saudi Arabia? Nammos Thinks So
The Mykonos-born lifestyle brand is showing how Western operators must adapt to succeed in the Kingdom.
Condé Nast Traveler
I Live in Athens and These Are the Places in Greece I Always Recommend
The ultimate travel bucket list for visiting Greece, curated by an Athens-based editor.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Most Romantic Hotels in the Entire World
Whether you're looking for adventure, white-sand beaches, or fine dining, here’s where to stay for the ultimate romantic getaway.
Condé Nast Traveler
39 Best Airbnbs in Europe for Every Kind of Escape, From Aurora Chasing to Island Hopping
Plus, Austrian chalets, Irish castles, and more dreamy rentals.
The New York Times
In Europe, the Allure of Summer Travel Keeps Dimming
A big shift to spring, fall or even winter vacations in touristy, hot-weather cities like Barcelona, Florence and Athens shows no signs of slowing down.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Places to Visit in April, From Chicago to Minas Gerais
There are reasons to plan a trip this spring, including a new hiking trail on a Greek peninsula and the opening of Obama's presidential library in Chicago.
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Smithsonian Magazine
Coastal Cities of Europe
Explore the history, culture and natural wonders of the continent's most celebrated ports
Atlas Obscura
Caves of Diros in Pirgos Dirou, Greece
These Caves found at Diros in the Mani region of the Peloponnese peninsula are one of the most stunning natural sights in Greece and are also of great archeological significance. The cave was known to locals long before, but it was only in 1949 that exploration began. By 1967, when the caves were first opened to visitors, only around 1600 meters of the system had been mapped. Today, nearly 15 k…
Condé Nast Traveler
A Guide to Athens' Underrated Food Neighborhoods
Diane Kochilas, who just released a new cookbook called Athens, shares her favorite places to eat in the historic city.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Bars in Athens for Wine, Tapas, and Acropolis Views
The best Greek drinking dens to know about in Athens
Condé Nast Traveler
The 30 Most Underrated Cities in Europe
Seasoned travelers let us in on their secret spots, from Norway to Portugal and beyond.
Condé Nast Traveler
23 of the Caribbean’s Dreamiest Villas and Airbnbs to Book Now
Soak up those sunny island vibes in Barbados, St. Barts, Aruba, and beyond.
Condé Nast Traveler
The Best Time to Visit Greece—and How Long to Stay
Whether you’re looking for buzzy beaches or a quiet coastal escape, here’s the best time to visit Greece.
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Smithsonian Magazine
See Greece in All Its Gorgeous Glory
These 15 images from the Smithsonian Magazine Photo Contest remind us of the grandeur of Greece
The Guardian
Hydra, the Greek island for dreamers | Polly Samson
The author of a new novel inspired by the heady days of Leonard Cohen and his bohemian set longs to return to the island of vivid colours and stories The last time I left Hydra – was it really only two months ago? – I was careful not to forget to throw some coins into the harbour from the ferry. It’s a superstition I picked up from Didy Cameron, one of the real-life characters in my novel, A Th…