beaches

Rhodes, the largest Greek island of the Dodecanese archipelago, has lovely beaches that face the pine woods on the mountainsides, as well as a wealth of ancient ruins and beautiful historical buildings to explore. The idyllic island still has many...

Amorgos, the Cyclades' easternmost island, boasts marvelous beaches with azure waters, gorgeous caves, ideal spots for diving, scenic bays, and ancient footpaths leading through its steep rocky terrain. It was there that the 1988 movie “Le Grand Bleu” ( The...

There is much more to Athens than the Acropolis and museums. The city and surrounding suburbs are home to beautiful beaches, and Athens happens to have the longest coastline of any European capital. Staying in Athens doesn't mean that you've...

The Greek island of Ios, or Nios as locals call it, is a charming Cycladic island renowned among the young for its vivid nightlife. It is located between Santorini, Paros and Naxos islands and offers a plethora of lovely bays...

Crete is the largest island in Greece, and its coastline of 1,046 km, or 650 miles, makes for some extraordinary beaches. Holidaymakers who have already discovered this island treasure come back year after year to visit old favorites and discover...

Hundreds of Greeks on the island of Paros launched the "Reclaim the beach" protest against the uncontrolled spread of privately run loungers and umbrellas on the beaches. More than 250 residents on Paros "invaded" the popular Santa Maria beach demanding...

Evia is known for stunning beaches and pristine natural sites.

The island of Cyprus has long been known for the exquisite beaches which line the country's shores.

The Greek island of Ikaria is home to a rich history dating back to antiquity, as well as countless natural wonders.

Halkidiki (or Chalkidiki) is a peninsula which is part of the region of Central Macedonia in northern Greece.