Europe
Whitewashed islands, ancient ruins, clear Mediterranean water, and journeys that move effortlessly between history and the sea.
Greece is a mix of ancient cities, whitewashed islands, clear Mediterranean water, and trips where history and everyday island life sit naturally side by side. These guides cover places such as Athens, Paros, and Corfu with a focus on realistic itineraries, transport, beaches, neighbourhoods, and the practical choices that help turn a short trip into a much more rewarding one.
Ancient history, Mediterranean energy, and an ideal starting point for exploring beyond the capital.
Green hills, Venetian streets, turquoise coves, and a Greek island that feels completely different from the Cyclades.
Discover things to do, practical travel tips, and guides for exploring Kos.
Whitewashed villages, clear Aegean water, relaxed evenings, and classic Cycladic island life.
EU passport holders: No visa required under EU free-movement rules.
U.S. passport holders: Visa-free for short stays under Schengen rules.
Other nationalities: Entry and visa requirements depend on nationality and trip length; check current official requirements before travelling.
We visited the Goldair Handling Lounge at Athens Airport before an evening flight to the Greek islands. Here’s what we thought of the surprisingly varied food and drinks, spacious seating and peaceful late-night atmosphere.
Five days in Kos took us from Marmari and Mastihari to Zia and the beaches near Kefalos. This is our honest itinerary, including the beaches we liked, the one we would skip, Hotel Esperia, transport tips and what we spent in September.
A 5-day Corfu itinerary mixing beaches, mountain villages, viewpoints and Corfu Town, with a route that works especially well if you have a rental car.
Paros balances beaches, whitewashed villages and lively evenings without feeling as overwhelming as some Greek islands. Here’s how I’d plan a first visit.
Delphi works well as a day trip from Athens if you plan the transport carefully. Here’s how to get there, what to see and how to use your time.
Cities in Greece covered by Travelisse guides.