Greece Greece is famous for so many things; its ruins of ancient civilisations, its age old mythology, its fabulous
cuisine and and not least its incredible natural beauty. Both the mainland and her islands provide plenty of interest, whether
thats in the way of history and culture, or being in the lively and cosmopolitan towns with a hectic nightlife, there really
is an island to suit all tastes.
Corfu Corfu has a list of assets as long as your arm and
great holidays are in never-ending supply here. You can party in Kavos, roam around Corfu Town, splash around in the Aquapark
or pick one of the more laid back family friendly resorts like Sidari. The island's glorious sunshine, beautiful scenery,
top-class watersports and great nightlife will be waiting for you when you touchdown. It's easy to see why us Brits love
Corfu and happily return year after year.
Crete Crete is the ultimate holiday hotspot and
the largest of the Greek islands. Beaches, sunshine, scenery and warm waters are big business here for families, couples and
groups of friends alike. If you fancy a break from your sunlounger, there's 4000 years worth of history to explore. Choose
tavernas, restaurants and bars including the loud and large nightlife of lively resorts such as Malia and Hersonissos - when
the sun goes down you can bank on a good night out. Malia has plenty to do all day and night! Soak up the Mediterranean sunshine
and laze on a lovely stretch of beach. Hersonissos is the ideal place for sea and sun lovers with a wide variety of on resort
watersports for all ages. When night falls there's a small port and a promenade with a variety of tavernas, pubs and discos
to visit.
Zante Whether you call it Zante or Zakynthos, this gem of an island will always
be a fantastic holiday destination that's loved by all year after year. Many of the island's beautiful, gently-shelving
sandy beaches are said to be particularly suitable for young children and are known as some of the best in the Ionian islands,
maybe the whole of Greece. There are also enough restaurants, bars and clubs in lively resorts such as Laganas to keep night
owls and party-goers happy. Laganas has probably the best beach on the island with 9km of wonderful sands. During July and
August it attracts large numbers of young people due to its lively atmosphere, whereas Argassi is very much a traditional
family resort and offers a variety of watersports. Laganas is the most popular resort on Zante, with shops, bars, tavernas
and discos to ensure your stay is full of fun.
Halkidiki Who needs a Greek island when there's
Halkidiki? Made up of three peninsulas that branch off from the mainland, Halkidiki has great beaches, pine forests and miles
and miles of glorious coastline just waiting to be explored. Quiet coves and modern resorts sit side by side offering lively
nightlife and Greek hospitality at its most charming. Pefkohori is located on the peninsula of Kassandra, the village of Pefkohori
extends a warm welcome to its visitors with a large selection of shops, bars and cafes and you will not be disappointed by
the long, sand and shingle beach that extends for 14km with crystal clear waters.
Kos You
will love Kos because it proves that good things really do come in small packages. It's a pretty small island but it has
so much on offer to suit every visitor, from endless sandy beaches to vibrant nightlife and plenty of traditional tavernas.
While your here why not take the opportunity for a day trip to medieval Rhodes, the island of Kalymnos, volcanic Nissyros
or Bodrum, in Turkey. The islands capital, Kos town is ideal for combining the pleasures of the beach with sightseeing and
town life. Fishing boats lie alongside luxury yachts in Kos town harbour while the resorts two beaches are lined with lively
tavernas and cafes, at night the whole area comes alive with late night discos and bars.
Rhodes Rhodes has the best sunshine record in Greece and that's just one of its many plus points. You can stretch out on one
of the gorgeous sand or shingle beaches or enjoy the watersports which are widely available. The food is great and nightlife
varies from relaxing restaurants to livelier clubs and bars. If you take the chance to explore the island you can visit the
unique Rhodes Town or the ancient Acropolis of Lindos then you will have holiday snaps to be proud of. Rhodes town is a brilliant
mix of old and new, packed with hotels, shops, bars and discos, the newer area is also where the shingle beaches lie. In the
older part of Rhodes town there are narrow streets and alleyways with fascinating shops and tavernas alongside the Palace
of the Grand Masters.
