Greece: a new take on an old classic

Go beyond the bustling beaches and you’ll find a land of lakes, mountains and exhilarating outdoor adventure. This is Greece, but not as you know it.

Undiscovered Greece: exploring Epirus

Go beyond the bustling beaches and you’ll find a land of lakes, mountains and exhilarating outdoor adventure. This is Greece, but not as you know it.

How to sail around the Cyclades

The Cyclades archipelago represents the pinnacle of rugged Mediterranean beauty, with whitewashed villages, empty beaches and a burgeoning food scene. And if you can’t choose which one to visit, why not charter a boat and sail between several?

Photo story: Epirus, northern Greece

The lesser-known region of Epirus provides some of the most spectacular landscapes in Greece. Forget oceans and islands, here you'll find lush green forests, ancient stone bridges spanning sparkling blue rivers and delicious local delicacies.

Island-hopping around the Ionian Islands

With light winds, reliable sunshine and a plethora of idyllic beaches, the Ionian islands of Corfu, Paxi, Kefalonia and Ithaca off the west coast of mainland Greece make for the perfect island-hopping getaway.

Exploring Northern Greece

Kavala, Xanthi, Thasos and Samothrace may not spring to mind as your first ports of call on a trip to Greece, but these gems have charm in abundance. Here’s a two-week itinerary on how to make the most of a tour around the north of the country.

Five of the best diving locations in Greece

A fifth-century shipwreck in the Sporades archipelago and a kaleidoscope of underwater wildlife in Zakynthos are just a few of the reasons why Greece is the ideal getaway for the curious diver.

Exploring Crete: your one-week road trip itinerary

With sleepy villages, golden beaches and picturesque landscapes around every corner, Crete – Greece’s largest island – is the perfect place for a road trip.

10 new ways to experience Athens

From an interactive geological museum to a minimalist multi-storey space with works from up-and-coming Greek artists, there’s far more to Athens than ancient monuments.

Island-hopping around the Ionian Islands

With light winds, reliable sunshine and a plethora of idyllic beaches, the Ionian islands of Corfu, Paxi, Kefalonia and Ithaca off the west coast of mainland Greece make for the perfect island-hopping getaway.

Nine Greek islands for gastronomes

Greek island-hopping has long been a favourite traveller pastime, but it’s well worth factoring in the local gastronomy to get the most out of each stop. Here are 9 islands famous for their food.

How to explore Volos and Mount Pelion, Greece

One of Greece’s lesser-known tourist hotspots, Volos is arguably also one of its most beautiful, with mountains rising from the coastline and a local cuisine that’s hearty and full of flavour.

Experiencing the wonders of Greek wine on the Epirus route

One of Greece’s eight wine roads, the Epirus route is home to three historic wineries, with the debina white grape the star of the show.

Why Greece should be at the top of your winter hitlist

Greece typically conjures up images of cerulean seas and idyllic powder sand beaches, but head inland from December to May and there’s a winter wonderland waiting to be discovered.

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