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Skyros Centre or Atsitsa for a Holistic Holiday?
The UK-based Skyros holiday company organises courses, usually lasting two weeks, at two locations on the beautiful Greek island of Skyros - the Skyros Centre and Atsitsa
Ikaria – Greece for True Island Escapists
Tiny Ikaria offers a glimpse of what Greece was like before mass tourism arrived. The birthplace of Dionysos, God of wine, still intoxicates with its unspoilt charm
Skopelos Greece and Abba Mamma Mia! The Movie
The blockbuster movie Mamma Mia! about 1970s Swedish pop stars Abba brought Skopelos in the Greek Sporades islands into the limelight, but its low-key charm is untouched
Greek Island Hopping to Santorini for Seniors
Santorini is a good choice of holiday for older people because of its unique setting on the rim of the world's largest volcanic crater and its archaeological remains
Nude and Gay Beach on Mykonos
Super-Paradise Beach lies beneath a craggy rocky skyline on the south coast of the Greek island of Mykonos.
Limnos – escape the mainstream in the Aegean
Limnos goes quietly about its business in the Northeastern Aegean. Discover this understated haven that stays off the radar of mass-market tourism.
Samos – Anthony and Cleopatra's wedding island
Beautiful Samos was good enough for Zeus and Hera, and Anthony and Cleopatra's nuptials. Discover why with this guide to the island's highlights
Lesbos – Greek Aegean Island of Sappho and Ouzo
Greece's third largest island has space enough to soak up the summer tourists without ever feeling busy. And the country's best ouzo and olive oil go down nicely too.
Ionian Island Hopping Guide
A user's guide to exploring Kefalonia, Ithaka, Lefkas and Zakynthos, the quartet of islands at the southern end of the Ionian chain
Zakynthos – balancing Turtles and Tourists
Zakynthos - an Ionian island paradise where tourists and turtles are at loggerheads over the best beach. This guide takes a trip to Zakynthos' best beaches and resorts.
Lefkas – a Taste of Unspoilt Greece
Discover rugged Lefkas in the southern Ionian islands - this guide takes a trip through its jaw-dropping coastline, heavenly beaches and wild mountainous interior.
UNESCO World Heritage Delos for Seniors Holidays
The tiny Greek island of Delos is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Its extensive 6th-century BC archaeological remains are matched by a peaceful setting and mystical scenery
Greek Island Hopping to Mykonos for Seniors
Mykonos is one of Greece's most popular islands, offering good beaches, excellent shopping and day-trips to Delos.
Isle of Lesvos
Remote, wild and idyllic, the Isle of Lesvos in Greece's Northeastern Aegean Sea is an ideal holiday destination for those shunning the package tour crowds.
Walking the Fortress at Methoni, Greece
Exploring a 15th century Venetian fortress along with walks on the beach and visiting nearby Pylos create an attraction to the Greek village of Methoni on the Ionian Sea.
Ithaka Greek Island Home of Odysseus
The tiny Greek Ionian Island of Ithaka has a rawboned beauty that is tailor-made for an escapist holiday. This guide takes you to the island's best resorts and beaches
Kefalonia Captain Corelli's Island Paradise
Kefalonia's beaches and resorts are some of the finest in the Greek Ionian islands. This guide takes you to the pick of the island's best places to stay and sizzle.
Creative Writing Courses on Island of Skyros
The 'Writers' Lab' at the Skyros Centre in Greece has built up a high reputation for its 2-week creative writing courses which aim to encourage people's writing talents.
Fun Things to Do in Athens
The Athens Happy Train is a cheap way of visiting main attractions and is especially popular with kids.
War Museum in Athens, Greece
An interesting collection of war-related items ranging from vintage weapons, paintings and 3-D displays to aircrafts.
Rethymno's Top Sights
Crete is more than just sandy beaches and lively bars. Visit Rethymno, Crete's third largest town, for a taste of Cretan history and culture.
Heraklion's Top Sights
Crete offers travelers more than just sun-drenched beaches. Visit Heraklion and explore its many museums, churches and historic buildings.
Mythical Sites of Crete
From caves to ancient Minoan palaces, you can visit the sites immortalized in some of the world's most well-known myths and legends on the Greek island of Crete.
A Travel Guide to the Island Corfu in Greece
Corfu is a beautiful small island located just off the West coast of Greece. This green island has a lot to offer for those looking for a holiday filled with variety.
Discover the Underground World of Greek Caves
With over 6,000 caves discovered, it should be easy to find one to view the natural underground formations. Here are five unique caves in various regions around Greece.