
GREECE AMONG EUROPE’S TOP DESTINATIONS FOR 2023
Corfu
It doesn’t get more Greek than Corfu. Corfu is a beautiful island on the Ionian Sea with mountains in the interior and picturesque white sand beaches along the coast. With Italian, French, and Greek influences, it is a foodie’s dream. While it tops many people’s lists, you can still enjoy tranquillity if you stick to the less-populated parts of the coast away from the larger towns. There are beautiful beaches along the entire coast with small towns dotted throughout it too. Corfu is an incredible place to visit for just about every traveller.
The birthplace of democracy, modern science and western civilization itself, there is no shortage of things to do in this bustling metropolis. You can tour the famed Parthenon for a lesson in history and culture or bike the Grande Promenade around Acropolis to take in the history at your ideal pace. There are also museums like the National Archaeological Museum where you can learn even more about the vital influence the Greeks have had on the world.
Rhodes
The island of Rhodes in the Mediterranean Sea is a Greek paradise. There are stunning beaches, of course, but also wooded mountainsides, miles of hiking and quaint country villages. Rhodes also isn’t as busy as Santorini or Mykonos, but it is energetic enough to still have a bustling town with unique shops and restaurants. Known as the island of the knights, Rhodes is home to the medieval town of the same name where the Order of the Knights of Saint John of Jerusalem left their mark at the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Crete is on so many people’s bucket lists for a good reason. It’s beautiful. With white sand and bright blue waters, Crete is what people think of when they hear Greek island. You could spend your entire Greek vacation on Crete and never get bored. Crete, the fifth largest Mediterranean island, has everything a Greek vacation needs: history, culture, food, beaches and nature.
Meteora
Once you visit Meteora, you will be wondering how it is still a remote destination in Greece. Located in central Greece, Meteora is home to six monasteries perilously perched on sheer cliffs. The architectural feat is one you must see for yourself. Meteora is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an official holy place, but it’s not just for religious or historical-minded people. Everyone will enjoy spending time gazing at and exploring magnificent cliffs and monasteries.