The year 2023 is finally drawing to a close. While this is a good time to celebrate and conclude, it’s also a good time to make plans for the upcoming year. Soon after we welcome 2024, summer will be upon us before we know it- this means it is time for vacations again! In this post, we will discuss the best islands to visit in the coveted vacation spot, Greece.
Crete
The island of Crete is located in the Aegean Sea, Greece. It separates the Aegean from the Mediterranean Sea. It’s the largest and most populous island in Greece. It is a place visited by tourists for pilgrimages and fun adventures.
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This island is the birthplace of Zeus and is blessed with beautiful scenery. It can be visited at any time of the year. There are beaches, ancient sites, exotic nightlife, beautiful landscapes, a variety of delicious delicacies, and lots more for visitors to enjoy. Crete Island also enjoys sunshine all year round.
Andros
Andros is a Greek island located in the Greek Cyclades. It is the farthest towards the north and the second in terms of size among the Aegean islands in Greece. There are lots of things visitors can do on this island. Whether scuba diving, snorkeling, or visiting tourist attractions.
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It’s a nice place to visit, filled with many adventure and attractions like Beaches, museums, waterfalls, National parks, hiking trails, and many more. There are also top-class estates and lodges on the island for visitors.
Mykonos
The popular Mykonos is a Greek island located in the Aegean Sea. This island is one of Greece’s most developed, beautiful, and famous islands. It’s commonly visited by many, even celebrities. Travelers who visit Mykonos get to enjoy a thrilling night and social life experience.
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The presence of top beaches, luxurious villas, excellent shopping experience, Party life, mouth-watering Greek cuisines, and many more are reasons to visit Mykonos Island. The Little Vernice area (built similarly to Vernice, Italy) is also a place to visit in Mykonos.
Lefkada
Lefkada Island is located on the western coast of Greece, in the Ionian Sea. It’s a commonly visited island for tourists, majorly because of the presence of exotic beaches and fun activities such as surfing, swimming, and even paragliding.
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One distinguishing feature of this island is that, unlike other islands on the Ionian Sea, it is easily accessible. The southern coast, especially Vassiliki and Sivota, is excellent for windsurfing. There is also a textile museum in a village on the island.
Patmos
The island of Patmos is a small, beautiful island located in Greece between Ikaria, Leros, and Samos. It’s a popular place mainly because it is of religious interest, as this was where Saint John received the divine visions recorded in the Bible’s book of Revelation.
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The island of Patmos has several tourist attractions like the Monastery of Saint John, founded in 1088, villas with thick walls and towers of Byzantine architecture, and, of course, the island’s natural beauty. If you’re not looking for much adventure, this island is suitable for you.
