The best places to visit in Greece

Greece remains a top travel draw, combining myth-laced landscapes with upgraded transport connections and a wide range of visitor styles. The country, with more than 200 inhabited islands, is marketed for its beaches and clear skies, plus cuisine built around ingredients like feta. The article highlights that while some destinations are reachable via cruises or direct UK flights, others require planning thanks to Greece’s extensive ferry network. It notes that harder-to-reach islands often deliver fewer crowds, emptier beaches and more affordable tavernas. Among specific suggestions, Crete is described as Greece’s largest island, pairing destinations such as Malia and Elounda with quieter villages and sites like the Venetian fortress Spinalonga. Andros is presented as ideal for walking breaks, with ancient footpaths through wooded hills and villages.