Ticking all the boxes and then some, it is not surprising then that the whole world wants in on Greece. For travellers who yearn for sun, sea and a spot of culture — but in stylish solitude — it is best to give the hordes a wide berth and, instead, head to a still-under-the-radar gem that is astonishingly close to Athens.
If you need a Mediterranean pick-me-up yet wish to avoid the summer hordes, the One&Only Kea Island in the Greek Cyclades has reopened for the 2026 season
No one is going to question your choice of opting for a Greek holiday, absolutely not. After all, everything you could possibly want for a dream vacation is generously offered across its three key regions — the mainland, the Peloponnese Peninsula and the thousands of islands and islets that dot the Ionian and Aegean Seas’ blue-as-can-be waters. Apart from being one of Europe’s sunniest countries, the Hellenic Republic presents the unbeatable combination of astounding beaches, beautiful natural scenery and incredible cuisine.
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