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The GuardianOct 17, 2026

A Greece for all seasons: my autumn roadtrip through the Peloponnese

An out-of-season journey through the peninsula reveals Byzantine villages, deserted beaches and friendly tavernas As I drove across the causeway which links the tiny fortress island of Monemvasia to the south-eastern coast of the Peloponnese, the Aegean sparkling on all sides, I recalled a line by Yiannis Ritsos, one of Greece’s greatest 20th-century poets. Ritsos lived in Monemvasia, in a hous…

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Palace of NestorSightbronze age palace north of Pylos
Polylimnio waterfallsSightwaterfalls with clear pools surrounded by pines
TsapiSightbeach where mountains tumble into the sea
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MystrasSightSparta, Greecearchaeological Byzantine site stacked up its hillside
Yiannis RitsosPlaceMonemvasia, Greecepoet who lived in Monemvasia
Taygetus passTrailSparta, Greecewinding road through villages and cliffside tunnels
Paleologian PalaceSightSparta, Greecepalace within the Mystras archaeological site
Taverna OresRestaurantParori, Greeceserving syglino and an okra stew
KeliaHotelMonemvasia, Greeceguesthouse that began as a monks' residence
Simos beachSightElafonisos, Greecebeach with turquoise waters
Cape Tainaron lighthouseSightGerolimenas, Greecelighthouse at mainland Greece's southernmost point
Akroyiali hotelHotelGerolimenas, Greecebuilt on Gerolimenas's shore
Kaiti BraimiPlaceKardamyli, Greecewoman who sings miralogia

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 11

How to Make the Most of Greece’s Shoulder Season, According to Condé Nast Traveler Specialists

The pros and pitfalls of heading to Hellas outside of high season—decoded.

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Costa NavarinoPlaceresort area with beaches, golf, and resorts
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AcropolisAttractionAthens, GreeceAn acropolis was the settlement of an upper part of an ancient Greek city, especially a citadel, and frequently a hill…
ParthenonAttractionAthens, GreeceIts decorative sculptures are considered some of the high points of classical Greek art, and the Parthenon is…
MonastirakiNeighborhoodAthens, GreeceThe area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops and specialty stores, and is a major tourist attraction in…
KolonakiNeighborhoodAthens, GreeceIt is located on the southern slopes of Mount Lycabettus.
PlakaQuarterAthens, GreecePláka is the old historical neighborhood of Athens, clustered around the northern and eastern slopes of the Acropolis,…
AgoraSightAthens, GreeceThe literal meaning of the word "agora" is "gathering place" or "assembly".
The RougaRestaurantThessaloniki, Greecegood place to share meze and Greek classics
Olympos NaoussaHotelThessaloniki, Greeceoverlooks the Thermaic Gulf for a polished evening
ON ResidenceHotelThessaloniki, Greecehotel housing Olympos Naoussa restaurant
The Modernist ThessalonikiHotelThessaloniki, Greeceset in a 1920s heritage building
The ExcelsiorHotelThessaloniki, Greecelocated just a block away from the harbor
Electra Palace ThessalonikiHotelThessaloniki, Greecegrande dame on Aristotelous Square
MycenaeSightNafplio, GreeceIt is located about 120 kilometres south-west of Athens; 11 kilometres north of Argos; and 48 kilometres south of…
Ancient CorinthSightNafplio, GreeceCorinth was a city-state (polis) on the Isthmus of Corinth, the narrow stretch of land that joins the Peloponnese…
Nemea wineriesPlaceNafplio, Greecenearby wineries, easy day trip from Nafplio
AmanzoeHotelNafplio, Greeceluxurious property open until mid-November
KinsternaHotelMonemvasia, Greeceboutique hotel in Monemvasia with farm-to-table cuisine
ThisioNeighborhoodAthens, Greece
EpidavrosHotelNafplio, Greece

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 21

Where to Go in Greece If 'The Odyssey' Is on Your Mind

Guided tours, theme parks, and craft workshops across the country can help you make the most of the mythology's moment.

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Karalis Beach HotelHotelBijou boutique retreat on the waterfront in Pylos.
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StavrosNeighborhoodIthaca, GreeceVillage to admire Bruno Mazzali's model of Odysseus' Palace.
Costa NavarinoHotelMessenia, Greece1,000-hectare resort destination surrounded by traditional villages.
Odysseus' PalaceSightIthaca, GreeceMagical model by architect Bruno Mazzali in Stavros.
Homer's SchoolSightIthaca, GreeceMonumental sanctuary believed to be Odysseus' palace.
Ithaca History ToursPlaceIthaca, GreeceEight-hour guided tours of Odysseus' island.
Perantzada Hotel 1811HotelVathy, GreeceBoutique beauty in a renovated 19th-century mansion.
SailTiesPlaceKefalonia, GreeceOffers 'The Odyssey Return' trip from Kefalonia.
SunsailPlaceLefkas, GreeceOffers the Odyssey Route from Lefkas.
Nestor's PalaceMuseumMessenia, GreeceBeautifully conserved Bronze Age Palace with a clay bath.
Voidokilia BaySightMessenia, GreecePerfect blue horseshoe-shaped bay for swimming.
Nestor's CaveViewpointMessenia, GreeceBackdrop for Odysseus' blinding of the Cyclops.
Odysseus Theme ParkPlaceSami, GreeceFun way to approach the legendary tale in a modern setting.
Melissani CaveSightSami, GreeceMysterious underground lake explored by boat.
Odyssey Boutique HotelHotelAgia Efimia, GreeceAdults-only hotel in the tranquil fishing village Agia Efimia.
PaleokastritsaSightCorfu, GreeceRugged coastline and pristine bays where Odysseus washed ashore.
TripaRestaurantKinopiastes, GreeceCentury-old family-run taverna in Kinopiastes.
Akrotiri Beach Resort & SpaHotelPaleokastritsa, GreeceOverlooking Paleokastritsa's serenely scenic bays.

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Condé Nast TravelerJul 20

Where Was The Odyssey Filmed? The Locations Christopher Nolan's Greek Epic Brings to Life

For this latest adaptation of Homer's sweeping tale, cast and crew headed to an eclectic array of destinations including Greek, Italy, and Iceland.

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Nestor's CaveSightsite of Cyclops Polyphemus's cave adventure
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Methoni CastleAttractionMethoni, Greecelocation for Agamemnon's homecoming scene
AcrocorinthSightCorinth, Greecemonolithic site used for filming outside Athens
Santa CaterinaSightFavignana, Italy15th-century castle on Favignana, epic landscape
Diamond BeachSightHofn, Icelandheavily-touristed black sand beach in Iceland
Hjörleifshöfði mountainSightReykjavík, Icelandremote beach location east of Reykjavik
Apollo's BeachSightReykjavík, Icelandwhite sand beach with lush fields in Iceland
Ait BenhaduNeighborhoodOuarzazate, MoroccoMoroccan village in Atlas Mountains, stood in for Troy

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