Greece
GREEK VILLAS WITH SOUL
Since it laid the foundations for Mediterranean learning, culture and aesthetics all those millennia ago, Greece has inevitably changed. One thing that remains the same, however, is filoxenia, a uniquely Greek concept of hospitality that is at once innate and a moral obligation. Greece inspires with its dazzling beauty, its vibrant colours and its immense historical patrimony, but it is the genuine warmth with which visitors are welcomed that truly sets it apart.
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Antiparos
Little Antiparos is an island of gentle Cycladic pleasures. Whether you’re lying on the beach or sipping on a coffee in the main town’s harbour, a sense of easy-going tranquillity pervades the air.
Kea
Under-the-radar Kea is imbued with a pure Hellenic atmosphere that is perhaps at its strongest at the 8th-century BCE archaeological site of Karthaia, which rises above a pair of idyllic sandy beaches.
Mykonos
Mykonos is an island of two halves: one buzzes with vibrant energy, fun and action; the other has a gentle cosmopolitan vibe that attracts those in search of peace and serenity. Which is for you?
Paros
For many people, Paros is the most authentic of the Cyclades. One of the larger islands, it has something for everyone, young and old, partygoers and culture-seekers, bourgeois and bohemian.
Serifos
During the day, Serifos’s numerous beaches cater for carefree relaxation, while in the evening, the main town hums with good humour as bars and tavernas unfold onto its streets and squares.
Syros
The capital of the Cyclades, Syros has a proud Greek spirit that is evident in its elegant buildings, its merchant heritage, its atmosphere of everyday authenticity and the absence of mass tourism.
Tinos
Tinos possesses a truly Greek soul. Tradition is everywhere, from the windmills and dovecotes that dot the hinterland, to the creamy local marble beloved of Greek sculptors for millennia.
Corfu
One of the most famous and popular of the Greek islands, Corfu is a unique fusion of Hellenic soul, Venetian magnificence and quirky British heritage (think cricket, ginger beer and the Durrells).
Kastos
A tiny harbour village with a handful of tavernas and bars; deserted bays of transparent blues; the sensation of having it all to yourself: meet tiny Kastos, one of the Ionian Islands’ best-kept secrets.
Kefalonia
The largest of the Ionian Islands, Kefalonia is one of Mother Nature’s masterpieces, as illustrated by the pine-fringed cliffs, the sun-bleached pebbles and the chalky blue waters of Myrtos beach.
Lefkada
An island of emerald-green mountains, chalky cliffs, windsurfing, sailing and wine, Lefkada possesses an uncanny ability to surprise the first-time visitor (who inevitably returns for more).
Meganissi
Just a short hop across the water from Lefkada, Meganissi is an unspoilt island with a gentle, relaxing pace of life, myriad idyllic bays, heavenly pine-fringed beaches, and a buzzing harbour village.
Paxos and Antipaxos
As serene as the Venetian Republic that ruled them for so many centuries, and as laid-back as the gentle whispers of wind that temper the summer sun, Paxos and Antipaxos are carefree Greek idylls.
Zakynthos
Zakynthos, or Zante, is an island of alluring contrasts, of golden beaches and white cliffs, verdant hills and electric blue waters, savoury olives and sweet raisins, loggerhead turtles and great poets.
Alonissos
Peaceful Alonissos, one of the Sporades Islands, is a haven for those in search of idyllic beaches and unspoilt natural beauty, and exploring its Marine Park by boat is an unforgettable experience.
Skopelos
After its moment of international fame as the location for Mamma Mia! the movie, Skopelos quickly reassumed its old identity as an authentic, gentle refuge for lovers of peace and simple pleasures.
Skopelos
With over 50 well-organised beaches, a whitewashed, floral town brimming with cafés, bars and tavernas, and excellent travel connections, life on the Sporadean island of Skiathos is deliciously easy.
Patmos
Imbued with a profound sense of spirituality and mysticism, Patmos attracts those in search of off-the-beaten-track pleasures and authentic insights into eastern Mediterranean culture and history.
Aegina
Located in the Saronic Gulf, low-key Aegina has plenty to offer, from paradisiacal beaches and sleepy villages to ancient temples and archaeological sites. It’s also well-placed for day trips to Athens.
Hydra
On Hydra, pristine natural beauty, a theatrical harbour town, and a complete lack of motorised vehicles combine to create a dream-like atmosphere that enchants visitors as soon as they disembark.
Spetses
With its cosmopolitan main town, its coastal beauty and its empty verdant hinterland, Spetses is a quiet, green island that’s hard to beat when it comes to car-free, carefree living.
Evia
Evia, Greece's second largest island, sits snuggly against the east coast of the mainland. Its towering peaks are a playground for hikers, and its coastline offers numerous possibilities for seafront fun.
Porto Heli
Don’t tell this to anyone from Ibiza or the Côte d'Azur, but the Mediterranean’s most exclusive summer destination is Porto Heli, a hush-hush slice of paradise on the eastern tip of the Peloponnese.
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