Greece holidays are for ancient history, island-hopping and great food. Live your best Mamma Mia! life and get ready to fall in love with gyros…
Mainland living
Greece’s age-old capital, Athens is a bit of an icon of Europe, heaving with archaeological sites and giving major main character energy. You can find beaches along its coast, interesting museums in the centre and cool up-and-coming bar scenes in the areas of Monastriaki and Exarcheia. Reminders of the old importance of this city are huge – random ruins and columns sit alongside more modern high streets and the ancient Acropolis towers above everything. You can get amazing views of this old city and catch the sunset from Nymph’s Hill. Then, as night falls, vinyl bars and rooftop gardens bring a bit of something new.
Aegean vibes
The Aegean Sea anchors some of the most popular Greek-island holiday spots. Rhodes is up there, thanks to its sandy beaches and ancient ruins, and picturesque Kos is easy on the eye. Meanwhile, the glamorous reputations of blue-domed Mykonos and Santorini precede them but it’s tough to rival pine-clad Skopelos, though – AKA the home of Mamma Mia!. The mega Greek island of Crete sits to the south and combines lively spots like Malia and Hersonissos with old town vibes in Rethymnon and Blue Flag beach resorts, like Aghios Nikolaos. Hit up the must-visit Palace of Knossos for an ancient history lesson or head inland into the olive groves for stunning panoramic views at the Samaria Gorge and Psiloritis Natural Park.
Ionian beauty
The Ionian Islands live off Greece’s west coast. Corfu is a top family-friendly destination, while beach-lovers flock to the white sand and fishing villages of Kefalonia. Fresh fish fills the belly of Greek cuisine – dine at a local taverna or back yourself to catch your own. Party starters prefer Zante, but this island has a quiet side, too, thanks to peaceful countryside and secluded coves.
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