Greece travel guide
Pick a destination and dive into the details - what to see, where to stay, when to come.
Athens in One Day (2026): Hour-by-Hour Itinerary - Acropolis, Plaka, Monastiraki and Sunset from Lycabettus
Only one day in Athens - on your way to the islands or as a city break? This hour-by-hour plan covers all the essentials: the Acropolis at 8 am (€30, timed entry required), the Acropolis Museum, Plaka and Anafiotika, the Ancient Agora, the changing of the guard at Syntagma and sunset from Lycabettus hill - plus how to get from the airport and survive the summer heat.
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Parga, Syvota & the Ionian Coast of Epirus - 2026 Holiday Guide: Turquoise Coves, the Acheron and Greece's 'Caribbean'
The Ionian coast of Epirus is mainland Greece's fastest-rising destination: postcard-pretty Parga beneath its Venetian castle, Syvota's Caribbean-style lagoons, the kilometres-long Vrachos-Loutsa beach and the mythical river Acheron. A guide to the towns, beaches, boat trips to Paxos and Antipaxos, driving routes, accommodation and 2026 prices.
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Olympic Riviera - 2026 Holiday Guide: Paralia, Olympic Beach, Nei Pori, Leptokarya and the Sea Beneath Mount Olympus
The Olympic Riviera is the closest Greek coast to the Balkans and one of the best-value stretches of the Aegean: long sandy beaches, warm shallow water and Mount Olympus rising straight from the sea. A guide to Paralia, Olympic Beach, Nei Pori, Leptokarya, Platamonas and Litochoro - beaches, Olympus and Meteora day trips, driving routes, accommodation and 2026 prices.
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Kassandra (Halkidiki) - 2026 Holiday Guide: Chaniotis, Pefkochori, Kallithea, Afytos and the Best Beaches
Kassandra is Halkidiki's first and busiest leg - closest to Thessaloniki, with the most amenities, long sandy beaches and the liveliest nightlife. A guide to Chaniotis, Pefkochori, Kallithea, Afytos, Polychrono and Sani: beaches, how to get there, what to see, where to stay and 2026 costs.
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Sithonia (Halkidiki) - 2026 Holiday Guide: Vourvourou, Sarti, Neos Marmaras and the Best Beaches
Sithonia is Halkidiki's middle, greenest leg - pines down to the sea, hidden coves and some of the finest beaches in Greece (Karydi, Orange Beach, Porto Koufo). A guide to Nikiti, Neos Marmaras, Vourvourou and Sarti: beaches, how to get there, what to see, where to stay and 2026 costs.
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Athos (Halkidiki's Third Leg) - 2026 Holiday Guide: Ouranopoli, Olympiada, Ierissos and the Quietest Peninsula
Athos is Halkidiki's third and easternmost leg - its greenest, quietest and most authentic, with pine forests down to the sea, long sandy beaches and views of the Mount Athos monasteries. A guide to Ouranopoli, Ierissos, Olympiada, Nea Roda, Stavros and Ammouliani island: beaches, the Athos cruise, how to get there, where to stay and 2026 costs.
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Nea Iraklitsa & Nea Peramos - 2026 Holiday Guide: Beaches, Where to Stay and What to See near Kavala
The Kavala riviera is a quieter, cheaper alternative to Halkidiki. A guide to Nea Iraklitsa and Nea Peramos: beaches (Blue Flag Ammolofoi), how to get there, what to see, where to stay and 2026 holiday costs.
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Lefkada - Holiday Guide: Porto Katsiki, Nidri and Beaches
Lefkada is the only Ionian island reachable by car - no ferry needed! Turquoise beaches and a relaxed atmosphere.
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Paros - Holiday Guide: Naoussa, Parikia and Beaches
Paros is an authentic Cycladic island between Santorini and Mykonos - without the overwhelming crowds.
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Corfu - Holiday Guide: Old Town, Olive Groves and Beaches
Corfu is a Ionian island shaped by British, Venetian and French influences - a lush green paradise. Guide for 2026.
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Crete - Holiday Guide: Beaches, Cities and Accommodation
Crete is Greece's largest island - home to Knossos, the Elafonisi pink-sand beach and the Samaria Gorge. Everything you need to know.
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Rhodes - Holiday Guide: Old Town, Lindos and Beaches
Rhodes is the island of the Knights, ancient walls and azure beaches. Complete holiday guide for 2026.
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Santorini - Holiday Guide: Oia, Caldera and Beaches
Santorini is Greece's most photogenic island. White houses, blue domes, the caldera and volcanic beaches - guide for 2026.
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Zakynthos - Holiday Guide: Navagio, Sea Turtles and Beaches
Zakynthos is home to the famous Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach and the protected Caretta caretta sea turtle. Holiday guide for 2026.
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Thassos - Holiday Guide: Beaches, Olive Groves and Proximity to Serbia
Thassos is the closest Greek island to Serbia - ideal for a short break. Golden sand and a short ferry crossing.
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Mykonos - Holiday Guide: Windmills, Beaches and Nightlife
Mykonos is the symbol of Greek cosmopolitanism - luxury, parties and gleaming white houses. Guide for 2026.
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Halkidiki - Complete Holiday Guide 2026
Halkidiki is the most popular Greek destination for visitors from Serbia - just 700 km from Belgrade, three peninsulas, crystal-clear beaches and great food. Everything you need to know for 2026.
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Paralija - Olympic Riviera: Where Myth Meets the Sea
Paralija is a coastal town at the foot of Mount Olympus on the Olympic Riviera - long sandy beaches, affordable prices and mythology at every turn.
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Thassos: The Hidden Gem of the Aegean Sea
Thassos is the island that few know about, but everyone who visits wants to return. Golden sand, ancient ruins and a short ferry crossing from the mainland.
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Stari Pantelejmon - The Stone Village at the Foot of Mount Olympus
Stari Pantelejmon is one of the most beautiful mountain villages in northern Greece - stone houses, Byzantine churches and stunning views of Olympus.
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The Magic of Thassos - A Guide to Discovering the Island
Thassos (Θάσος) is a unique island in the northern Aegean - green, golden-beached and astonishingly close to Serbia. A guide to exploring it properly.
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Athens: Where Past Meets Present
Athens is one of the oldest cities in the world - the Acropolis, the Agora, Byzantine churches and a thriving modern city all coexist in a remarkable space.
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Halkidiki - Complete Destination Overview
Halkidiki is the most popular Greek destination for visitors from Serbia - three peninsulas, crystal-clear beaches and everything within driving distance.
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Polychrono - A Quiet Corner of Kassandra, Halkidiki
Polychrono is a small, calm resort on Kassandra with beautiful beaches, a relaxed promenade and good value accommodation. Perfect for families.
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Pefkohori - Pine Trees Meet the Sea on Kassandra, Halkidiki
Pefkohori is a popular resort on the Kassandra peninsula with a pine-backed beach, calm water and a relaxed atmosphere. Guide for 2026.
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Hanioti - The Most Popular Beach on Kassandra, Halkidiki
Hanioti is one of the most popular resorts on Halkidiki - a long sandy beach, good restaurants and lively evening atmosphere. Guide for 2026.
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