Category: Greece
Where to watch the most beautiful sunsets in the world
By Efrat Sagi-Ofir on Oct 16, 2022 in Africa, Alaska, Arizona, Asia, California, Egypt, Europe, Greece, Hawaii, Indonesia, Italy, North America, Regions, South Africa, United Kingdom, USA, Western Europe
Sunsets are a glorious and awe-inspiring time of the day. The notorious golden hour magically lights up the sky as the day's magic slowly fades into the evening. 
5 top Mediterranean islands to explore
The five largest Mediterranean islands are Crete, Corsica, Cyprus, Sardinia and Sicily. Bigger isn’t necessarily better, some of the smaller island such as Mallorca and Ibiza have much to recommend them.
5 great Mykonos beach clubs
If your favourite thing to do on holiday is take to the beach, lay on the golden sand and listen to the ebb and flow of the turquoise sea as it caresses the beach, why not take it to the next level and spend a day at a beach club.
Myths and magic on a Greece luxury yacht charter
By Trina Howes on Aug 16, 2022 in Cruises & Boat Travel, Europe, Greece, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Ask anyone what Greece is most well known for, and this Eastern Mediterranean country conjures up images of the Olympian Gods, heroic feats and myriad islands from myths and legends. 
5 luxurious Mediterranean villas
By Dan Frith on Jul 21, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Regions, Spain, Vacation Rentals, Western Europe
Here are five luxurious Mediterranean villas that live up to the name. And I don’t think that after seeing them any one will be inclined to argue. 
10 reasons to fall in love with Athens
Athens has hit a new stride thanks to a glorious revival in art, food and architecture that has been underway for the last decade.
ACRO Suites: Luxury wellbeing resort opens in Crete
By Paul Johnson on Jun 01, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe
Situated in the peaceful Mononaftis Bay on the island of Crete, ACRO Suites offers the ultimate Zen experience. 
Sailing the Cyclades
By Nicholas Dean on Mar 21, 2022 in Europe, Greece, Leisure Travel, Regions, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
The beauty of chartering a yacht in Greece is the liberty to island-hop wherever the mood takes you. In the Cyclades, warm, calm waters and ribbons of sandy beaches are a big draw, alongside the cool coastal vibe found in the relaxed towns. This group of islands scattered across the central Aegean Sea is within 
Costa Navarino will be home to Greece’s first Mandarin Oriental
By Paul Johnson on Feb 09, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group has announced that it will manage a new luxury hotel in Costa Navarino, scheduled to open in spring 2023. The group’s first property in Greece, Mandarin Oriental, Costa Navarino will be located on the southwest coast of the Peloponnese, and 45 minutes’ drive from Kalamata International Airport. The beachfront resort will 
France, Greece and Portugal are the latest European countries to relax COVID-19 travel restrictions
By Paul Johnson on Feb 08, 2022 in Europe, France, Greece, Health & Safety, Portugal, Regions, Travel Miscellany, Western Europe
France, Greece and Portugal are the latest countries to have each updated their entry requirements for fully vaccinated travellers which will come as welcome news for many UK families wanting to go away for February half-term. Here’s what you need to know for each country: France France has revealed its plans to drop testing requirements 
New Nobu hotel and restaurant on the Greek island of Santorini
By Paul Johnson on Jan 29, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Going Out, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Restaurants, Western Europe
Nobu Hospitality, the global lifestyle brand founded by Nobu Matsuhisa, Robert De Niro, and Meir Teper, is delighted to announce its first hotel and restaurant in Greece – the Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Santorini, scheduled to open in spring 2022. Situated on the island’s captivating northeast coast, the boutique hotel houses a signature Nobu Restaurant, 
Your activity guide to Summer luxury yacht charters in the Eastern Mediterranean
By Trina Howes on Jan 18, 2022 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Cyprus, Eastern Europe, Europe, Greece, Italy, Middle East, Regions, Slovenia, Speciality Travel, Turkey, Western Europe
Another year has flown by, and before you know it winter will be a distant memory beneath the scorching summer sun. Make sure that you’re ready to leave behind roasting city pavements and work to your own schedule (or not at all!) on a luxury yacht charter in the exceptional Eastern Mediterranean charter grounds. The 
Win a luxury short stay in Santorini!
Dreaming of your next holiday? Country & Town House have partnered with OMMA Santorini to offer one lucky winner a two-night stay and breakfast for two. Perched magnificently on a secluded hilltop, OMMA Santorini officially opened on 1st June 2021, following a soft launch in 2019. Located in a spacious area of astounding natural beauty,
Win a luxury holiday to Corfu!
By Paul Johnson on Jan 10, 2022 in Accommodation, Europe, Greece, Hotels, Regions, Resorts, Western Europe
Here’s your chance to win a five-night luxury holiday for two, including return flights, five-nights in a Junior Suite Sea View room at Angsana Corfu, as well as two spa treatments. Angsana Corfu stands proudly as the first Banyan Tree property in Europe, and this impressive resort lives up to its prestigious name. With the 
The Mediterranean debut of the world's largest tall ship
By Paul Johnson on Nov 18, 2021 in Croatia, Cruises & Boat Travel, Eastern Europe, Europe, France, Greece, Italy, Regions, Spain, Speciality Travel, Western Europe
Tradewind Voyages has released the full program and prices for the Mediterranean debut of the world’s largest tall ship, Golden Horizon. Beginning in Palma on 1 May 2022, there are 23 voyages offered across the region, spanning Spain, France, Italy, Albania, Montenegro, Croatia, Slovenia, Greece and Turkey. The inaugural Med season concludes with the 14 
