Santorini is often hailed as the romantic of the Greek islands, thanks to its famed sunset views over the caldera and sea beyond. There are also a fabulous selection of luxurious hotels for couples, nestled high up with romatic private pools and terraces, plus stylish restaurants and bars to spend the evening in.
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Santorini is somewhat of a cliché choice to kick-off the list, but there are a multitude of reasons why the film-set stunning island is considered one of the most beautiful islands in Greece.
The Greek islands with the best beaches are Crete, Mykonos, Naxos, Milos, Paros, Ios, Lefkada, Zakynthos, Rhodes, Karpathos and more. The best for families with kids are Agios Georgios in Naxos and Agios Nikitas in Lefkada.
One of the most famous romantic islands in the world is Bora Bora. This South Pacific paradise in French Polynesia is what many people picture when they think of the ultimate romantic escape.
The primary location for Mamma Mia! is on the island of Skopelos, with some scenes shot also on the island of Skiathos. Both Skopelos and Skiathos are part of the Sporades islands. There is also a third location, the seaside village of Damouchari in Pelion, where Mamma Mia! was shot.
The most famous village in Greece is Oia, located on the Cycladic island of Santorini. Due to the long occupation by Venetians in Medieval times, many Greek villages have evident Venetian architecture.
Many celebrities choose to go by boat to islands such as Mykonos and Santorini, as well as smaller islands. For example, on their summer vacations, Tom Hanks and Scarlett Johansson both chose lesser-known Sifnos.
1 Folegandros – The magical islandThis untouched paradise is sprinkled with secret coves, stark coastlines and higgledy-piggledy hamlets. The spectacular hilltop village of Hora is one of the most magical spots in Greece. Getting there: Fly to Santorini then take a ferry or hydrofoil to Folegandros (1-3 hrs).
Beyond the cultural exploration, there's a vast, modern city ready to be explored — and Athens is ultimately where to go in Greece for the first time if you want to sample as much as possible: Greek cuisine, local and upscale shopping, cultural experiences — the list goes on.
Where in Greece has the clearest water? If clear water is what you're after, head to Balos Beach in Crete, which has some of the clearest water in Greece. What's better, Corfu or Crete? Both Corfu and Crete have incredible Greek beaches.