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Condé Nast TravelerOct 6, 2026

10 Best Greece Resorts 2026: Readers’ Choice Awards

Condé Nast Traveler readers rate their top resorts in Greece.

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Vedema, a Luxury Collection Resort, SantoriniHotel
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Mandarin Oriental, Costa NavarinoHotelCosta Navarino, GreeceΚάνουμε το ταξίδι της Ηλεκτροκίνησης πραγματικότητα, με το δίκτυο με τους πιο γρήγορους ταχυφορτιστές στην Ελλάδα!
Porto Zante Villas & SpaHotelGreeceFor possibly the greatest and most personalized service available anywhere, in the comfort of your own super-luxe,…
Sani ResortHotelGreeceThe Sani set-up can be confusing, at first since it’s not just one hotel.
One&Only Kéa Island, GreeceHotelKéa Island, GreeceOne&Only brings its signature flair for adventure to the little-known Cycladic island of Kea's chic lagoon setting.
Angsana CorfuHotelCorfu, GreeceWith sweeping views over the Ionian Bay, it’s easy to see why Banyan Tree Group chose a hill in Benitses in Corfu as…
The Westin Resort, Costa NavarinoHotelCosta Navarino, GreeceMessinia is a ravishingly remote corner of the southwest Peloponnese that’s a four-hour drive from Athens (or one hour…
The Romanos, a Luxury Collection Resort, Costa NavarinoHotelCosta Navarino, GreeceMessinia is a ravishingly remote corner of the southwest Peloponnese that’s a four-hour drive from Athens (or one hour…
Ikos OdisiaHotelGreece
Hyatt Regency ThessalonikiHotelThessaloniki, Greece

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 25

11 Airbnbs Around the World That Are Practically Floating on Water

From overwater bungalows in Washington to hilltop hideaways in Greece, these Airbnbs are the ultimate blue escapes.

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Museum of Contemporary ArtMuseumAndros, GreeceA non-profit organisation to support and promote the visual Arts…
Lofotr Viking MuseumMuseumVestvågøy, NorwayIt is located in the small village of Borg, near Bøstad, in Vestvågøy…
Olympic National ParkSightSeabeck, United StatesThe park has four regions: the Pacific coastline, the west-side temperate rainforest, alpine areas, and the forests of…
Queenstown TrailTrailQueenstown, New ZealandIt links the towns of Queenstown, Arrowtown, the suburb of Jack's Point and the area of Gibbston.
Playa GrandeSightQuintay, Chilenear the Quintay loft
Hirakiyama ParkSightImabari, Japannearby the Imabari studio
Aegean BalconyRestaurantAndros, Greece
Achla BeachSightAndros, Greece
Summit of DalstindenSightVestvågøy, Norway
Lofoten Links Golf ResortSightVestvågøy, Norway
Svartidalurfoss waterfallSightÁrnafjørður, Faroe Islands
Gøtusandur beachSightÁrnafjørður, Faroe Islands
Klakkur trailheadTrailÁrnafjørður, Faroe Islands
Wequaquet Lake BeachSightBarnstable, United States
Gooseberry IslandSightBarnstable, United States
Cape Cod BeerRestaurantBarnstable, United States
Tomales Bay State ParkSightMarshall, United States
Hog Island Oyster General StoreRestaurantMarshall, United States
Tony’s Seafood RestaurantRestaurantMarshall, United States
Big Beef SpitSightSeabeck, United States
Kitsap County Anderson Landing ParkSightSeabeck, United States
Ben LomondViewpointQueenstown, New Zealand
Coronet Peak ski resortSightQueenstown, New Zealand
Rotonda Wolf ParkSightQuintay, Chile
Cave of the MonkeysSightQuintay, Chile

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Lonely PlanetSep 20

A Guide to Diving in Greece: Everything you Need to Know

Plan your scuba adventures in Greece – home to ancient shipwrecks, coral reefs and lava caverns – with this guide to dive sites and marine life.

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Navy's Waterworld Dive CenterPlacetakes you to see submerged volcanoes
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National Marine Park of Alonissos Northern SporadesSightAlonissos, Greecerefuge for monk seals and dolphins
Peristera shipwreckSightAlonissos, Greeceancient Athenian barge sunk in 5th century BCE
Blue CaveSightAlonissos, Greecerich in nudibranchs, scorpionfish and groupers
Gorgonian GardenSightAlonissos, Greeceabounds in red and yellow gorgonians
Sarcophagi WreckSightSapienza, GreeceRoman-era vessel carrying stone sarcophagi
PatrisSightKea, Greecesteamship that sank in 1868
BurdigalaSightKea, Greeceocean liner built in 1897, sank in 1916
HMHS BritannicSightKea, Greecesister ship to the Titanic, sank in 1916
Spiros Kartelias Dive CenterPlaceAthens, Greeceruns courses in Limanakia area
Kea DiversPlaceKea, GreecePADI outfit leading technical dives
Scuba TurtlesPlaceMessinia, Greecedives in Navarino Bay
Dive in MilosPlaceMilos, Greeceoffers dives including the Africa wreck
AfricaSightMilos, Greecewreck that sank in 2004 near Sarakiniko
Alonissos Triton Dive CenterPlaceAlonissos, Greeceleads dives to the Peristera shipwreck
Achilleon Dive CenterPlaceCorfu, Greeceoperates dive experiences on Corfu
Elephant CaveSightHania, Greeceadorned with stalactites and stalagmites
Dive2getherPlaceRethymno, Greeceleads citizen science-focused dives
Samos SubPlaceSamos, Greeceoffers invasive lionfish tracker course
Aegean RebreathPlaceGreeceruns missions to retrieve ghost nets

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Lonely PlanetSep 19

10 Best Places to Visit in Greece

Greece lures travelers to its dynamic shores, like a mythical siren luring sailors. Let these 10 sights shape your dream Greece itinerary.

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OiaNeighborhoodpostcard-perfect village with blue-domed churches
AkrotiriSightprehistoric settlement with advanced drainage
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AcropolisAttractionAthens, Greecejewel in the crown is the 5th-century BCE Parthenon
ParthenonAttractionAthens, Greecejewel in the crown of the Acropolis
MonastirakiNeighborhoodAthens, Greeceflea market-famous neighborhood
GaziNeighborhoodAthens, Greecegritty neighborhood to catch a live band
Acropolis MuseumMuseumAthens, Greecea must-see
PlakaQuarterAthens, Greeceold-town neighborhood for strolls
PangratiNeighborhoodAthens, Greecehip neighborhood for strolls
ThissionNeighborhoodAthens, Greeceoutdoor cinema location
ErmouNeighborhoodAthens, Greecemain commercial street for barhopping
Odeon of Herodes AtticusTheatreAthens, Greeceamphitheater for Greek tragedy or dance
Epidaurus FestivalFestivalAthens, Greecetakes place each summer
SarakinikoSightMilos, Greecelunar landscape with jade-colored sea
Gerondas beachSightMilos, Greecebeach with generous shade from caves
PrassaSightKimolos, Greecebeach with white sand and aquamarine waters
Street of the KnightsSightRhodes, Greececobblestone street in the old town
Palace of the Grand MasterMuseumRhodes, Greecefeatures Roman and Christian floor mosaics
Church of Our Lady of the CastleSightRhodes, Greecechurch in the old town

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Condé Nast TravelerSep 10

Off-Season Greece: Fall in Santorini Through the Eyes of Winemaker Michael Kouloglou

The owner of Kyanos Wines takes us through the local restaurants, charming villages, and activities that characterize the romantic island's quietest time.

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FiraFerry terminalFirá is the modern capital of the Greek Aegean island of Santorini (Thera).
OryctonPlacesmall-batch Assyrtiko wine
MonolithosAirportquiet seaside village in the east
PentozaliRestauranttraditional taverna with mezze from Santorini and Crete
KarteradosNeighborhoodWhere to rent for a private slice of the Greek Island this summer.
AskitariaSightold stone monk lodgings on the cliff edge
OiaNeighborhood
MessariaNeighborhood

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Lonely PlanetAug 10

16 things to know before visiting Santorini

Prepare to be awed in Santorini, plus other essential planning, transportation and etiquette tips.

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FiraFerry terminalFirá is the modern capital of the Greek Aegean island of Santorini (Thera).
ThirasiaNeighborhoodRelatively untouched in terms of tourism.
Nea KameniSightUnpopulated islets in the middle of the caldera.
Palia KameniSightHot springs on Palia Kameni.
OiaNeighborhood
Santorini Wine AdventurePlace
Santorini Wine TourPlace

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Lonely PlanetJul 30

The 12 Best Greek Islands

From Santorini to Crete, discover the best of the Greek islands.

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OktoberfestFestivalMunich, Germanyserving beer
National Marine ParkSightAlonissos, Greecehome to turtles, dolphins, monk seals
Peristera Underwater MuseumMuseumAlonissos, Greecedive down to a Classical-era shipwreck
Rhodes TownFerry terminalRhodes, Greecerewards history lovers
Bath of AphroditeSightKythira, Greecenatural pool on east coast of Kythira
Seychelles BeachSightIkaria, Greecefrost-white, boulder-speckled with azure waters
Afianes WineryRestaurantIkaria, Greecefamily-run, high in vine-strewn hills
ThermaSightIkaria, Greecesulfur-rich hot springs
HoraNeighborhoodAlonissos, Greecewhitewashed alleys and pavement cafés
Kourtaliotiko GorgeTrailCrete, Greecerugged gorge at Preveli beach mouth
VaïSightCrete, Greecegolden sand beach fringed by date palms
ElafonisiSightCrete, Greecerose-hued sand, low dunes, turquoise water
Dikteon CaveSightCrete, Greecestalactite-encrusted cave where Zeus was born
Samaria GorgeTrailCrete, Greecedramatic path through sheer rock walls
Palace of KnossosMuseumCrete, Greecegrand capital of Minoan Crete

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Condé Nast TravelerJan 22

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.

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KatikiesHotelStunning views of the caldera and chic minimal design.
ChromataHotelOffers private infinity pools.
ChromaRestaurantCandlelit dining with local Santorini wine.
AnthósRestaurantServes langoustine tartare and sea bass.
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Gritti PalaceHotelVenice, ItalyGrande dame of Venetian hospitality with canal views.
Hotel BalzacHotelParis, FranceModernist boutique with black marble and checkerboard tile.
Grand Park RovinjHotelRovinj, CroatiaPerched above the Adriatic with views of Old Town.
OlivieraRestaurantCosta Navarino, GreeceTerrace offers milk cake and pistachio-studded yogurt.
TahirRestaurantCosta Navarino, GreeceServes wood-fired pizza and baba ghanoush.
Mandarin Oriental, Costa NavarinoHotelCosta Navarino, GreeceSuites and villas offer privacy and quiet luxury.
La ResidenciaHotelDeià, SpainRomantic retreat in Serra de Tramuntana foothills.
El OlivoRestaurantDeià, SpainOffers Mallorcan flavors for candlelit dinners.
Hotel MottoHotelVienna, AustriaIntimate hotel with 1920s Paris design flair.
Chez BernardRestaurantVienna, AustriaTop-floor bar with greenery for cocktails and classics.
Villa IgieaHotelPalermo, ItalyMasterclass in sophisticated elegance with outdoor terrace.
Santa Marina, a Luxury Collection ResortHotelMykonos, GreeceResort with private beach on Ornos Bay.
Grand Hotel TremezzoHotelTremezzo, ItalyArt Nouveau retreat on Lake Como with floating pool.
La TerrazzaRestaurantTremezzo, ItalyDine on handmade pastas with shaved truffles.
TBarRestaurantTremezzo, ItalyTerrace for digestifs with a view.
ForestisHotelBressanone, ItalySpa retreat with minimal, nature-driven design.
Domaine des EtangsHotelMassignac, France13th-century château overlooking a serene lake.
Splendido, A Belmond HotelHotelPortofino, ItalyTimeless retreat above Portofino's glittering bay.
Six Senses Douro ValleyHotelLamego, PortugalWellness and wine amid vineyards.
Deplar FarmHotelHofsós, IcelandFormer farm on Troll Peninsula for quiet contemplation.

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