GREEK ISLANDS

Introduction

The Greek Islands Overview

The Greek Islands is a spectacular sun-drenched paradise with an exotic mix of islands that range from the volcanic peaks of Santorini, the barren plains of Folegandros to the luscious olive groves of Kefalonia. To experience the ultimate that the Greek Islands have to offer, explore our highly selective Greek Islands Guide for the best selection of hotels, restaurants, nightlife and things to do in the Greek Islands. Don't miss our Local Expert interviews, where we open the address books of some of the Greek Islands most discerning locals.

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Where to Sleep

BEST HOTELS  The hotel scene throughout the Greek Islands is characterised by a wealth of luxurious waterfront 5-star hotels, cutting-edge design hotels and a great selection of stylish and affordable boutique hotels. Here is our selection of some of the best hotels in the Greek Islands right now:

1. Best Hotel in Santorini - Katikies

2. Best Hotel in Mykonos - Mykonos Blu

3. Best Hotel in Crete - Domes of Elounda

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Where to Eat

BEST RESTAURANTS  The Greek Islands offers an exciting, globally-influenced culinary scene that offers everything from the ultimate in waterfront fine dining to more rustic, casual local tavernas offering delicious Greek cuisine. Here are some of our favourite restaurants:

1. Best Restaurant in Santorini - Archipelagos

2. Best Restaurant in Mykonos - N'Ammos

3. Best Restaurant in Crete - Avril

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Where to Play

BEST NIGHTLIFE  From the hedonistic, cutting-edge cool nightclubs of Mykonos, to the most romantic outdoor cocktail bars in Santorini, the Greek Islands offers something for everyone. Here are some of our favourite night spots in the Greek Islands right now:

1. Best Bar in Santorini - Sun Spirit

2. Best Bar in Mykonos - Caprice

3. Best Bar in Crete - Pagopoieion

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A. Santorini - A breathtakingly romantic destination with dramatic volcanic mountains, beautiful sunsets & simply jaw-dropping views.

B. Mykonos - The hedonistic party island that boasts glamourous design hotels and a vibrant dining & nightlife scene.

C. Crete - One of the most popular islands for its sparkling sandy beaches and beautiful landscape.

D. Folegandros - One of the quieter, more authentic islands with white washed buildings & an authentic taste of local life.

E. Corfu - As the second largest island in the region, picturesque Corfu is densely covered in olive groves and cypresses trees & fringed by sandy beaches.

F. Paros - A large island with beautiful rocky mountains, rustic rural villages & a bohemian vibe in Naoussa.

G. Syros - A place of unspoiled natural beauty with quaint traditional villages that will give you a true taste of local life in the Greek Islands.

H. Kefalonia - A large island with soaring mountains, spectacular landscape and sparkling white sandy beaches.