Greece welcomed over 40 million visitors in 2024, making it the ninth most visited country in the world. And most of those travelers headed straight for the islands. With around 6,000 islands ...

From the gastronomic isles of the Cyclades to the enigmatic ruins of the Dodecanese, each of the six main Greek island groups has its own distinct character. Yet, look closely and you'll find that ...

Greece pretty much invented island hopping—at least in spirit. With more than 200 inhabited islands scattered across the Aegean and Ionian Seas, plus a storied mainland rich in culture and ruins, this ...

I skipped Mykonos or Santorini and visited Syros, a quieter Greek island. The beaches were stunning, the food was delicious, ...

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The Independent and Yahoo will earn a commission from purchases made via links in this article. Pricing and availability are subject to change. There are hundreds of Greek islands to choose from and a ...

Islands often promise travelers an escape to paradise. Yes, the pristine beaches and clear waters make for an idyllic setting for relaxation and rejuvenation — but these destinations below can also ...

In a twist worthy of the gods, the Greek islands refuse to sit still. After decades of sunburned tourism bleaching out their character, something shifted. Post-pandemic capital collided with a new ...

Here are the best Greek islands to visit. 1. Nisyros: Walk on a volcano According to Greek mythology, it was Poseidon who seized a chunk of Kos and hurled it on top of a fiery Titan called Polyvotis — ...