List of resorts and cities in Greece. How to choose a resort in Greece
They say Greece has everything. This is absolutely true, especially when it comes to rest. Greece is a treasure trove for a historian, for an Orthodox believer, for an aesthete, for a lover of beach bliss and crazy nightly entertainment.
There are beaches in Greece for every taste. The coastline is heavily indented, Greece includes hundreds of inhabited and not very islands. Therefore, it will take a long time to find the perfect place. But the choice is huge.
The most popular Greek holiday destination can be called the Halkidiki peninsula. "Trident of Neptune", consisting of three parts, each of which can offer a completely different type of holiday.
The first prong is Cassandra. It is considered one of the best resorts in Greece for young people. There are all conditions for active recreation, many discos and bars. The beaches are mostly sand and pebbles. You can come here with teenage children, they will be interested here.
The second prong is Sithonia. Sandy beaches and air filled with coniferous forests and herbs. Due to the closeness from three sides, there are practically no waves and storms here. For a quiet relaxing holiday, as well as for parents with small children, the western part of the peninsula is ideal. If you want something more fun, here you can find the largest casino in Greece.
The third prong is Athos. The only Orthodox monastic republic in the world. This is a resting place for the soul. Beach pleasures are excluded here.
The southernmost mainland of Greece is the Peloponnese. It is not as popular as Halkidiki or the islands, but it is very interesting here. Firstly, these are beaches, sandy and sandy-pebbly. In the Peloponnese, most of the hotels belong to world-famous Greek hotel chains. So, the quality will be at the proper level. Secondly, there is a huge number of historical objects that will be of interest to both adults and children. For a family holiday, the north coast is more suitable, and those who are tired of people will like it in the south.
The Greek islands are worthy of Homer's poems. They cover one fifth of the entire territory of Greece.
Beach holidays with excursions
Santorini is a volcanic island from a souvenir postcard. If you escape from the tourist patterns, you can relax on unusual beaches with dark sand or scuba diving. But the prices for living are very expensive.
Crete is the largest and most popular island in Greece. Here, too, there is everything, and beaches for every taste, and ancient monasteries, and fortresses. The best beaches in the north of the island.
Balos Lagoon is a wild beach in Crete. Getting here is difficult, but the most persistent will be rewarded with a beautiful view and the absence of people. Crete has the most white sand resorts in Greece.
Corfu is an island on the west coast. The atmosphere here is almost Italian, because before Italy "at hand". This is one of the oldest tourist places on earth. The level of service is higher, the prices, respectively, too. Crime is minimal, but things are still better to keep an eye on. Corfu is considered the most comfortable resort in Greece for children. Most of the beaches are safe for swimming, there are no frightening reptiles and insects.
The Ionian Islands also include the mysterious Zakynthos with beaches closed from land, and the magnificent Kefalonia, and cozy Lefkada.
Rhodes is part of the Dodecanese archipelago. It has been popular with Russians for many years. Covered with ancient legends, it attracts travelers of all ages. The beaches are mostly pebbly, but you can also find sandy ones, for example, in Lindos Bay.
Kos is a place for the elite. Here are the villas of some Hollywood stars. The hotels are luxurious, the landscapes are beautiful, there are few tourists, and therefore the prices are high.
Off the coast of Turkey, the Aegean Islands await - Lesbos, Thassos, Chios, Samos.
Argosaronic Islands - they are located very close to the mainland. You can escape here for a few days or even hours from noisy Athens. It's even better to take a ferry ride and visit them all at once.
Shopping + leisure
Kastoria is a northern region of Greece famous for its furriery craftsmanship. Popular in the 90s among Russian women, fur coat tours are now in trend with tour operators. In addition, you can come here for a few days to rest by the mountain lake.
You won’t be able to swim in it, but you can go fishing and enjoy the magnificent scenery and the cleanest air.
Excursion rest
The whole of Greece is a treasure for sightseeing tourism. The main object of visits, the capital of the country is Athens. Interesting places on the mainland - Delphi, Olympia, Thessaloniki. Greece is a maritime power, ferry service is very popular here.
Athens A great option to see many islands is to arrange a cruise. Independently or organized by a travel agency.
Leisure
The most popular sports in Greece are those associated with the mountains - trekking, mountaineering, hang gliding, skiing (in winter). On the islands, where the winds are constantly blowing, you can go in for windsurfing and yachting.
Diving is very interesting. But there is one "but"! Greek laws forbid diving in places that are of interest to archaeologists. The islands of the Aegean Sea, Santorini, the western part of Crete, the island of Corfu are famous for excellent diving.
Orthodox rest
It makes up the majority of the tourist flow to Greece. There are many Orthodox shrines here, where thousands of believers go. Home - Holy Mount Athos. According to the laws of this monastic republic, no woman should set foot here. They can admire the views of Athos only by going around it on a ship. There is nothing here but monasteries.
Meteora An amazing place on the mainland is Meteora. Monasteries hovering above the ground on sheer cliffs will take you to other dimensions and only crowds of tourists will prove that we are still on Earth.
On the island of Corfu are the relics of St. Spyridon Trimifuntsky. Those who have problems with housing or other everyday difficulties go to him. From here you can take a ferry to Italian Bari "on a visit" to Nicholas the Wonderworker. Fortunately, a Schengen visa allows this.
Have a nice holiday!
Greece is a continental zone in the south of the Balkan Peninsula in Europe and an island nation. More than two thousand islands are washed by: the Mediterranean, Cretan, Ionian, Aegean, Libyan seas. The largest islands are the best resorts in Greece: Chania, Rethymno, Kardamena, Lindos, Kafelos, Lassithi, Irraklion, Kifisia.
The most popular resorts in Greece on the islands - Rhodes, Corfu, Kos, Crete, Peloponnese, Halkidiki, Chios, Samos, Mykonos.
Map of Greece with resorts
Rhodes Island - Resorts and Attractions
The island of Rhodes is a place shrouded in myths. This is an island that attracts with its nature, history, architecture; take, for example, the Valley of the Butterflies. This island of the famous Colossus of Rhodes - included in the list of the seven wonders of the world - will offer everything that will satisfy the most demanding tourists. The island of Rhodes harmoniously combines the achievements of the current century and innovation with the architectural heritage of antiquity - which in general creates favorable conditions for recreation. Rhodes is washed by two seas: the Mediterranean (in the east) has sandy beaches and calm seas, and the Aegean (in the west) with pebble beaches and waves. Therefore, the eastern coast of the island (Kolimbia, Kallithea, Lindos, Faliraki areas) is suitable for tourists who prefer traditional beach holidays, and the western coast (Ialyssos, Ixia) is suitable for windsurfing. Tours to the island of Rhodes in 2019 with direct flights from Moscow and St. Petersburg.
Corfu Island (Kerkyra) - description of resorts
Corfu Island (Kerkyra) is one of the best resorts in Greece. The nature of the island is unique: plains, mountains, rocky shores, secluded bays, numerous sandy golden beaches, citrus orchards and olive groves (there are more than 40 species of wild orchids), picturesque lakes and rivers. The tourist season for a beach holiday lasts from May to September. Corfu is famous for the Canal of Love (Di Amour) in the town of Sidari, according to legend, swim in it and find your love. The city of Kerkyra is the capital of the island of Corfu. Tourists will be interested in visiting Spianade Square, recognized as the most beautiful in all of Greece, the Old and New Fortress, as well as the Cathedral of St. Christopher, the Byzantine Museum. Take time to visit the summer palace of the Austrian Empress Elisabeth of Habsburg, built at the end of the 19th century. For tourists who prefer active recreation, Fr. Corfu offers a wide range of entertainment - tennis clubs, sailing yachts, diving, surfing, equestrian sports, and golf. Tours to the island of Corfu (Kerkyra) in 2019 are available from Moscow and St. Petersburg from late April to mid-October.
Kos island in Greece - attractions
It has a favorable climate and is recognized as the most environmentally friendly in Greece. This is a paradise on earth with beautiful flowering gardens, olive groves, many birds. Kos is a kind of universal resort. The hospitality of the island of Kos and its high level of tourist services will allow each person to have a comfortable, interesting and convenient rest, whether they are young people, or lovers of a relaxing family holiday, wealthy people who value service and comfort, or people with a small income, or active people who love sports and entertainment, or lovers to spend time with a book on the beach. Amusements, parks, playgrounds are provided for children. North of the city of Kos is Lambi resort with sandy beach. To the east of Kos there are resort Psalidi with a pebble beach. And 10 kilometers south of Kos there is beach with black volcanic sand and here it is customary to bathe in a thermal spring. The most famous resorts of the island: Kardamena, Kefalos, Kamari, Marmari, Mastichari, Tigaki.Sights and resorts of the island of Kos.
- the most picturesque and largest Greek island, the shape of the island resembles a flying dragon, on which are located the best resorts in Greece: Elounda, Rethymnon, Hersonissos, Agios Nikolaos and romantic Chania. Crete has all the conditions for tourists of different categories and ages: there are inexpensive hotels and noisy discos for students; for reputable tourists - fashionable resorts; privacy and tranquility - for newlyweds, as well as everything you need to relax with children. Tourists on about. Crete the mild climate, picturesque nature, clear sea, beautiful beaches, many historical monuments, architectural excavations of different eras and a developed hotel chain attract. Crete is the most accessible Greek island both from Moscow and from the regions of Russia. Find your ideal holiday tour in Crete
Zakynthos Island - Blue Caves, Navagio Bay
The island of Zakynthos (the capital of Zakynthos) stands out from the rest of the Greek islands due to its natural beauty and unique underwater world. Rocks and mountains in the west, densely forested hills and plains, olive groves, 123 km of endless sandy white beaches, clear blue sea, secluded bays and bays, underwater caves and sunken ships - an excellent place for recreation and water activities. Long sandy beaches, resort towns, villages and tourist complexes occupy mainly the northeastern and southeastern parts of the island. It is worth noting that the island does not experience a shortage of hotels. There is a wide range of developed tourist infrastructure of hotels of various categories: from 2 * and above, to specialized spa hotels. The most popular resorts of the island of Zakynthos: Laganas, Kalamaki, Vasilikos, Agrassi, Tsilivi. Tours with direct flights to the island. Zakynthos in 2019 is from late May to early October from Moscow and St. Petersburg. Tours from Moscow to the island of Zakynthos are built on direct flights twice a week (Wednesday, Saturday), from St. Petersburg 1 time per week on Thursdays.
Santorini island - life on the Volcano, the legendary Atlantis
Santorini island- the highlight of the tourist world of Greece. The historical heritage of past civilizations, sandy beaches of volcanic black, red and white sand, azure aegean sea and unique architecture, expressed in small houses painted in blue, blue and white colors, combined with fresh flowers in pots, have long been the hallmark of a paradise holiday in Greece on the Island of Santorini. Sea trips on yachts, calm and moderate atmosphere of relaxation, dynamic nightlife, shopping, spa - hotels and sightseeing - all this is harmoniously combined in Santorini. Therefore, it is cozy, convenient and affordable for various categories of tourists! There are tours to Santorini from Moscow only with transfers. You can also visit Santorini by ferry, for example, from the island of Crete.
Chios - juicy fruits, mastic, honey and a relaxing holiday!
Chios Island is still less known on the Russian market, which distinguishes it from other islands of Greece, where there are an excessive number of Russians. It is located next to Turkey: only 5 km separates it from the Turkish resort of Cesme. Chios Island is designed for a relaxing holiday and holidays with children. Chios is a town and village in the medieval style, in this it is similar to the island of Rhodes. O. Chios is suitable for those tourists who are ready to learn Greek traditions, culture and enjoy beautiful views and the sea. The "highlight" of the island of Chios is that this is the only place on earth where mastic trees give a special resin (mastic). Masticha has healing properties and has been used to make various products, including chocolate.
Mykonos is an island where celebrities vacation!
Mykonos is the most prestigious holiday on the islands of Greece. Nightlife with discos and their colorful lights does not stop on the island of Mykonos during the peak season from July to September. The architectural appearance of Mykonos is a combination of low-rise blue-and-white houses, hilly countryside and the rugged Aegean coastline. The beaches of the island are mostly sandy and are of mixed type (sand and pebbles). They are suitable for both youth and outdoor activities. In general, visiting the island of Mykonos, looking at life, cuisine and dynamic parties, enjoying the beach and first-class service is worth at least once in a lifetime. You have to see where the elite youth, politicians and famous show business stars rest. And if this is not even a full-fledged vacation, but a sightseeing tour for a couple of days from neighboring islands on a ferry, you should not deprive yourself of such an opportunity!
Resorts and attractions of the Peloponnese island
Peloponnese Peninsula is the southern region of the mainland Greece. Peninsula Peloponnese attracts tourists from all over the world with its historical past and many attractions. On Peloponnese there are such significant cities of ancient civilization as: Argos, Epidaurus, Sparta, Patra, Mycenae. Therefore, the rest spent here will be fascinating, meaningful and informative thanks to rich excursion programs. The beaches on the peninsula are purely sandy or sandy with small inclusions of small pebbles. The absence of large resorts (usually scattered hotels or apartments) does not deter tourists who seek to enjoy the beauty of architectural monuments and amazing ancient buildings.
Holidays in Halkidiki in Greece
Peninsula Chalkidiki outwardly resembles a trident, each end of which is a peninsula Kassandra, Sithonia and Agios Oros(Holy Mount Athos). This southern peninsula in mainland Greece is a unique nature reserve with green hills dotted with vineyards, with unique forests, flowers, azure sea, large sandy beaches. This peninsula is ideal for families with children, couples or travelers who want to spend their holidays calmly and measuredly. At your choice - a lot of comfortable and well-maintained beaches, as well as wild and secluded. There are youth resorts in Halkidiki: Kallithea (Kassandra); Neos Marmaris (Sitonia). Resting in Halkidiki, you can go to the main attraction of mainland Greece - the mountain Olympus, where, according to myths, all the ancient Greek gods lived. Leave an unforgettable experience tour of Thessaloniki and a trip to the mountains of Meteora with a visit to the monasteries of the same name. Halkidiki is located close to Thessaloniki International Airport. What makes holidays in the resorts of Halkidiki affordable for residents of Russian regions. Tours to the resorts of Halkidiki in 2019 with direct flights to Thessaloniki are available from 11 Russian cities: Moscow, St. Petersburg, Yekaterinburg, Krasnodar, Kazan, Voronezh, Volgograd, Samara, Mineralnye Vody, Rostov-on-Don, Nizhny Novgorod. Find the best Halkidiki tour among all tour operators.
The capital of Greece - Athens - attractions
Athens is the capital of Greece. Currently resort of Athens it is a modern city with a population of 3.6 mil. residents with excellent developed tourist infrastructure. The city of Athens is surrounded by mountains: Egaleo, Parnita, Pendeli, Imitho, from the southwest - the Saronic Gulf. Athens combine all types of recreation: it is a wonderful place with historical, architectural monuments, shopping centers, hotels for different incomes, beautiful beaches, the sea, restaurants, cafes. Resorts a few kilometers from Athens: Glyfada, Vouliagmeni, Kifisia, Faliro, Vura, Varkiza, Kavouri, Mati, Marathonas, Vravrona, Lagonisi, Nea Marka, Loutraki.
Vacation is a time when you can forget about pressing problems, free yourself from the shackles of work and life, immerse yourself in the world of your dreams. Today, many are attracted to rest in Europe. We will get acquainted with one of the most attractive countries for tourists and find out which good resort in Greece is suitable for a good rest.
general description
The location of the country is very interesting and attractive. It is washed by the Mediterranean, Aegean, Ionian and It provides a lot of options for vacationers and tourists. You can choose a place for active spending time or a beach option. A lot of exotic species and nature is available thanks to the presence of more than two thousand islands.
In addition, the choice is given by the climatic conditions, which are represented here by the Mediterranean, temperate and alpine types.
For lovers of wildlife, the country is interesting for the presence of a variety of plants and animals that are listed in the Red Book. For example, a carriage turtle or a monk seal. Although today the nature of Greece has become somewhat impoverished due to the centuries-old extermination of exotic animals and vegetation.
Climbers and lovers of mountain tourism have a place to roam here. The presence of various rocks, grottoes. From a bird's eye view, picturesque landscapes of Greece open up, photos of which you can see later in the article.
Capital
Resorts in Greece can be divided into several types:
mainland;
island;
peninsula.
Let's start the review from the first one and, turning on all our imagination, we will go to the capital - Athens. This is a good resort in Greece for everyone who is interested in history, visiting museums, exhibitions and sights of a historical nature.
The city is famous for its architectural buildings of the past. Here you can visit the Temple of Zeus, the Acropolis, the Parthenon, the Tower of the Winds and dozens of other fascinating places. Many tourists believe that it is Athens that should open acquaintance with Greece.
For active, inquisitive people, rest here will give a lot of vivid impressions.
However, even ordinary trips by subway will not leave you indifferent. Each station is a mini-museum with expositions of antiquity.
Be prepared that this is a city suffering from overcrowding: a huge number of cars, difficulties with free taxis. But at the same time, you can plunge into an amazing and vibrant world, just walking along the narrow streets and discovering new secrets.
Thessaloniki
When planning the best resorts which are open to tourists all year round, consider visiting the Macedonian capital. The city combines historical and modern motifs. Here you can visit museums, exhibitions, see the excavations that are carried out right on the streets, and at the same time look into fashion boutiques.
The city is famous for its cultural life, which does not stop after dark. Night lights open up completely different pictures. Luxurious restaurants, cozy cafes and nightclubs with incendiary parties.
The symbol of the city is the White Tower, located on the embankment. Once it was part of the wall. Not far from it there is an archaeological museum, one of the best in Europe, churches dating back to the Byzantine period, monasteries on Mount Athos belonging to the period of early Christianity.
Hair
Another good resort in Greece is the capital of the district of Magnesia. According to ancient Greek myths, it was from here that the Argonauts sailed to Colchis for the Golden Fleece. The third largest city is Volos. It is a major commercial and tourist center.
The location of the resort is quite favorable. Being about the same distance from the capital and Thessaloniki, you can easily visit these two beautiful scenic spots. Moreover, the transport interchange is quite convenient.
It is simply impossible to get lost in Thessaloniki. All streets are strictly perpendicular or parallel to the coastline.
Various sights are interesting to visit. For example, neoclassical palaces built in the 19th century, or churches in the Anavros area. You can see interesting landscapes by riding an old miniature train that passes settlements on Mount Pelion.
You can quench your thirst for gastronomic and aesthetic experiences in the Velendzas bakery, where the walls are painted by the famous artist Theoflis.
Crete
This place can rightly be called the highlight of tourist Greece. The island will open starry nights for you and give you unforgettable sunny days. Crete is located in the south of Europe and is washed by 3 seas at once.
Beach holidays are quite convenient and comfortable. At the same time, there are hundreds of picturesque landscapes. The minimum temperature difference between air and water makes the island just perfect for swimming. Judging by the reviews, it is interesting here for water sports professionals and beginners. There are many special institutions on the coast that are ready to teach everyone.
Climatic conditions allow you to enjoy your vacation for a long time: from May to October. This is a place with very mild and clean air. People who are dependent on pressure drops will feel comfortable here.
If you are looking for the best resorts in Greece for young people, then Crete is perfect. For example, Hersonissos is one of the most visited resorts. Vibrant life boils here from dusk to dawn. Lots of cafes, bars, trendy dance floors and clubs.
Rhodes
One of the sunniest places on the planet. Rhodes is a real pearl of the Mediterranean. Differences rest - luxury and high cost.
Washed from two sides by different seas, the Aegean and the Mediterranean, it has two guises. The western part is suitable for windsurfers: high waves, raging turbulent sea. In the east, you will find a calm water surface, sandy beaches - everything to enjoy the silence.
If you are looking for the best resorts will be able to help you navigate. For example, many choose Rhodes for a solitary pastime. For some, this is a great chance to get acquainted with history and culture. Here you can visit the Palace of the Grand Masters, built in the 14th century. Amazing spacious rooms with superb panoramic sea views.
In the east of the island, there is a butterfly valley filled with lush greenery and flowers, with many streams and waterfalls. From June to September, it becomes home to a million multi-colored butterflies that carpet it.
Zakynthos
This island offers tourists the best beach resorts, surrounded by picturesque rocks and lush greenery. The landscapes of the island are reminiscent of fabulous groves. The length of the beaches is more than one hundred and twenty kilometers. The mild continental climate is the key to an excellent holiday at any time of the year.
Incredibly beautiful natural landscape, thousands of amazing plant species, beautiful underwater world. The island attracts tourists who are interested in diving and exploring the sunken ships.
The hallmark of Zakynthos is Navagio Bay. In 1983, a modern ship was wrecked in this place, and now you can see it with your own eyes, because it has remained on the beach.
There are many hotels and inns here. Ranging from 2 stars and above. Therefore, regardless of income, you can enjoy the beauties of nature and white sandy beaches.
Peloponnese
This resort is located in the south of Greece. This place is attractive for its sights of the ancient period. In particular, Sparta, one of the most famous states, where strict order reigned and real feats were performed. Or Mycenae - the center of ancient civilization, where you can see the huge statues of lions that adorn the entrance to the palace. It is also located in the ancient stadium and a fire is lit to this day.
Tourists will be able to visit the oldest theater of Epidaurus, which is still open today. The architecture of the building is designed in such a way that it amazes with its acoustics.
This is a good resort in Greece, offering a lot of additional entertainment. Are you into sports? Then welcome: rafting, horseback riding, mountain hiking - it's all here.
The beaches on the peninsula are sandy and pebbly. Along them are cozy cafes, shops and bars.
Northern part
What else can be included in the list of "Best resorts in Greece"? Halkidiki is a peninsula that has an interesting shape resembling a trident. Each of its so-called ends has its own twist.
Kassandra is a great place for a beach holiday, distinguished by the cleanest white sand beaches. Sithonia is filled with greenery, there are stunning landscapes. This place is chosen for unity with nature. Athos is called the kingdom of monks. There are many churches of the Byzantine period.
The largest city of Chalkidiki is Nea Moudania. You can find everything you need in it: shops, hotels, banks, hospitals. Many tourists visit the city for trips to fur boutiques. Not far from the center is the city beach.
Whatever you choose, the best resorts of mainland Greece or the islands, you will get a lot of vivid impressions and good mood.
Are you looking for information about the best places to relax in Greece? We tell everything about the resorts of the country: where to go to Greece for a beach holiday, where excursions are better, where it is inexpensive.
In the first part of the article - a selection of the best Greek resorts by type of recreation (beach, sightseeing, youth, with children, etc.). In the second part of the article - a detailed description of popular resorts with the pros and cons of recreation.
Holidays on the islands of Greece
According to the reviews of many travelers, recovering in Greece, they prefer to relax not in the mainland resorts of the country, but on the islands. This way you feel the local flavor better, and the beaches in the island part are usually better and cleaner than on the mainland.
Islands of Greece for holidays - a list of the best destinations:
- Rhodes
- Corfu
- Zakynthos
- Santorini
- Kefalonia
Previously, the island of Kos was also popular, but recently many have complained about the large number of migrants on it.
Photo: © Militaru Alin Cristian / flickr.com
beach holiday
Most tourists choose islands in the south of Greece or Halkidiki in the north of the country for a beach holiday.
The best resorts in Greece with sandy beaches, according to tourists:
- Crete and Rhodes are the most popular destinations.
- The islands of Mykonos, Thassos, Corfu - in addition to relaxing on the beach, you can enjoy magnificent landscapes.
- Halkidiki peninsula is a good option to combine sightseeing and beach holidays.
Tours and attractions
If you are going to Greece for a long time, it is convenient to stay in Athens: there are many attractions in the capital and its environs, and it is also easy to travel to other interesting places from there.
Another option for a sightseeing holiday is the Peloponnese peninsula, with ancient Greek cities (Olympia, Sparta, Mycenae with the preserved Lion Gate, Corinth and Epidaurus).
Excursions north of Athens are popular - to Delphi and Meteora.
Advice: Many sights are easy to explore on your own if you rent a car. Conditions and tips - in our article Rent a car in Greece.
Vacation with a child
For a comfortable stay with children, it is better to choose a hotel with good infrastructure and a sandy beach. There are many suitable hotels on the islands of Crete and Rhodes.
Other Greek resorts with good sandy beaches and family hotels:
- Peninsula Halkidiki
- Peloponnese Peninsula
- Corfu island
Resorts for youth
Where to relax in Greece for young travelers? For youth recreation, it is better to go to the resorts of Hersonissos (Crete) and the island of Mykonos: there are many active entertainments, parties and discos.
Mykonos is considered an elite resort, vacations there are expensive; in Hersonissos you can relax much cheaper.
In addition to these resorts, young people often choose other places: the Halkidiki peninsula, the islands of Zakynthos and Rhodes.
Best Resorts for Seniors
For a quiet and measured holiday, it is best to go to the resorts of Crete (especially Rethymnon), Thessaloniki, the island of Thassos.
There are good hotels on the Halkidiki peninsula - from there, easy excursions to the historical parts of Greece are carried out. In the resort of Loutraki near Athens, you can undergo treatment with mineral waters. 
Photo: Fira at night © Nikola Totuhov / flickr.com
Crete
One of the most popular resorts in Greece is the island of Crete. There are good sandy beaches, beautiful nature, hotels of any category, many restaurants and entertainment. An excellent destination for those who choose where to go to Greece for the first time.
The main resorts of Crete are Rethymno, Elounda, Chania, Hersonissos and Gouves.
Rethymnon
Rethymno is a resort for a quiet and relaxing holiday. Many streets for romantic walks, sandy beaches, delicious food in cafes and restaurants. There are no parties and noise, entertainment for children - too. Vacationers are mostly elderly tourists from Europe.
Most excursions are from Heraklion or Chania, so you will have to get to these cities first (about an hour's journey).
There are other resorts not far from Rethymnon - for example, Bali (good beaches) or Plakias (suitable for diving).
Elounda
The small resort is located in a bay, thanks to which the sea is always calm, without big waves. Elounda has good sandy beaches. There are hotels that operate on an all-inclusive basis. Suitable for families with children.
Chania
The resort of Greece has many clean sandy beaches, but hotels are quite expensive. The city itself is beautiful (according to some tourists, it is the best on the island of Crete), it has many old buildings and attractions. There is an airport nearby, so the resort is easy to get to.
Hersonissos
One of the most youthful resorts in Crete is Hersonissos. There are many bars, restaurants, discos in the city - it is always noisy and fun there. The beaches are sandy, the prices for accommodation and meals are low. Hersonissos - a suitable option to relax in Greece inexpensively, but well.
If desired, you can easily get to Heraklion or the resort of Agios Nikolaos.
Photo: cafe in the village of Kalives, Crete © VV Nincic / flickr.com Chalkidiki
The Halkidiki peninsula is located in the northern part of Greece, where it is better to relax in the height of summer (July-August) - at this time the weather is more comfortable there than in other resort regions of the country.
Nearby is the airport of Thessaloniki, from where it is easy to get to most of the resorts of Halkidiki - Kallikratia, Kassandra and others.
Callicracy
Quiet resort, except for the center, where fur shops are located. The city beach is well suited for children: it is sandy, the entry into the water is gentle, there are umbrellas and sun loungers, the sea is without strong waves. There are few attractions.
Cassandra
This Greek resort has a favorable environment for a family holiday. Beaches with fine light sand, clean water in the sea, fresh air. Among the hotels dominated by private hotels with a small area and hospitable hosts.
Photo: views of Halkidiki © AHT PHOTOGRAPH & PHOTOGRAPHER AGENCY / flickr.com Rhodes
Where to go to rest in Greece, if you want to go to the island, but have you already visited Crete?
The second most popular island resort in Greece after Crete is Rhodes. It is easy to get to it - there is an airport and a seaport.
The island of Rhodes can be conditionally divided into 2 parts - eastern and western.
The eastern part is crowded, with hotels of all categories, restaurants, entertainment. The sea is a little warmer and calmer there, but Vacation prices tend to be higher.. The most popular beaches in the eastern part of Rhodes are: Afandou, Faliraki, Kolymbia, Lindos.
The western part is quiet, with rocky shores and crystal clear sea. This side of Rhodes is washed by the Aegean Sea, which is considered to be windier and cooler than the Mediterranean. In the western part of the island, it is better to relax in the high season (July and August) - the summer heat is easier to bear there. Prices in the west are lower, it is easier to find cheap hotels or private accommodation.
Photo: Rhodes fortress © Luc Coekaerts / flickr.com Corfu
Corfu is located in the northern part of the country. This is a resort in Greece, where it is better to go on vacation in July and August - at this time it is too hot on the southern Greek islands. Corfu is especially beautiful during the flowering of orange and olive trees.
Despite its small size, there are many resort towns on Kofru. Holidays on the island are considered expensive compared to other places in Greece.
Photo: Agios Georgios village © Kevin Talec / flickr.com Which part of the island is better to go to rest:
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More than a fifth of the Greek land - islands, of which there are several thousand. Another fun fact is that the farthest distance from the sea anywhere in Hellas does not exceed 96 km, whatever one may say. In a word, here everything revolves around the sea and with the sea for a couple.
Athens is the capital, and that says it all. Most of the tourists land at the local international airport. Although the city itself is oh so unsuitable for a relaxed holiday - noisy, hot, hectic, it will be an excellent point for day trips around Athens (to the temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion, the monastery of Daphne or the ruins of Eleusis). And, of course, for avid fans of ancient Greek myths and everything related to the history of this country. However, keep in mind that you can comfortably exist here only after dark, somewhere in the area of the Plaka quarter with a glass of brandy in your hand. The Athenian port of Piraeus, as in ancient times, serves as the main sea gate of the country - this is an important starting point to most of the islands.
Saronic Islands - Nestled between Attica and the Peloponnese, this archipelago is a great choice for those who don't want to swim far out to sea from Athens. However, in the high season, due to the same accessibility, local beaches can be crowded, in particular, this applies to Aegina. In addition to the excellent coastline, this picturesque resort pleases fans of antiquity with the beautifully preserved temple of Aphaia. Next up are busy Poros, the rather expensive Hydra (free of cars), and the island of Fowlza Spetses with its pine forests and amazing beaches. It was this piece of land that became the prototype of that closed world of Nicholas Erfe from the writer's famous novel The Magician.
The Peloponnese is special, unlike the rest of Greece. Its landscapes are often barren, but the historical monuments are priceless: the citadel of Agamemnon Mycenae, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games Olympia, and the House of Helen and Menelaus Sparta, and the Palace of Nestor in Pylos, and the theater in Epidaurus, and the stadium in Nemea, and the same Corinth , where the apostle Paul addressed the Corinthians... The small but majestic port of Nafplion is considered an ideal base from which to explore the nearby sights. If we add a couple of perhaps the best beaches in Southern Europe to this list, it becomes clear that the Peloponnese is a promising place for a good holiday in Greece.
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and needs no introduction. Let's add just a couple of strokes to the well-established portrait of this resort: the brilliant artist El Greco (and even Zeus himself, according to the inhabitants of Crete) was born here, and the local cuisine is considered one of the most interesting in the whole country. In the thousands of years that the vineyard has been growing on the island, millions of bottles of Cretan wine have been sold around the world. And here they organize first-class holidays for families with children.
The Peloponnese is special, unlike the rest of Greece. Its landscapes are often barren, historical monuments are priceless: the citadel of Agamemnon Mycenae, the birthplace of the Olympic Games Olympia, and the House of Helen and Menelaus Sparta.
The serene Cyclades - the birthplace of Apollo and his sister Artemis - is primarily associated with snow-white Mykonos and its narrow winding streets (by the way, here are some of the most expensive boutique hotels in Greece). Paros is an important transport hub of the Cyclades, with a gentle landscape, good beaches and excellent windsurfing opportunities. Patriarchal Tinos, fertile Naxos, Folegandros with its majestic castle and, of course, volcanic Santorini, the island with the most beautiful sunsets in the world, are also attractive.
The Dodecanese chain of islands almost closely adjoins the Turkish coastline, they are the two most popular resorts after Crete - these are Rhodes and Kos. Both are famous for their first-class beaches and hotels, as well as for the mighty "excursion". But small and at first glance, unremarkable Patmos will still give them a head start in terms of cultural heritage. It is here, in this "Jerusalem of the Aegean", that the cave of the Apocalypse is located, where John the Theologian received his "Revelation".
Central Greece is an amazing area stretching from the Corinth Canal to Mount Olympus and the snowy peaks of Parnassus. This is the site of the greatest battles - the Battle of Thermopylae and the Battle of Chaeronea, where Philip of Macedon defeated the Greeks in 338 BC. e. Lazy "beach people", honestly, will be bored, but the rest will find in the Center and the Delphic sanctuaries, and the monasteries of Meteora, and the gentle slopes of Pelion, where centaurs once roamed ... even though there are almost no popular resorts in Central Greece, the ball rules here history itself.
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands.
Sporades, with their crystal clear waters, golden sandy beaches and emerald landscapes, would be the perfect place to relax in the vicinity of Athens. If it weren’t for one fly in the ointment, everyone has long known about all these qualities of the main island of the Evia archipelago, because the fullness of the beaches during the season is a sad fact that cannot be avoided. Skiathos is the most popular and developed in this regard, Skopelos is a little quieter, but Skyros, which is relatively far away, is just the golden mean, when the balance of wildlife, clear water, amazing diving and well-developed infrastructure with a relatively uninhabited direction is optimally observed.
The Ionian Islands are one of the most picturesque in all of Greece - local landscapes delight the eye with lush greenery, coupled with the azure blue of the sea. Corfu in this regard is a pearl, the most popular and, of course, expensive. Ithaca is known to everyone since childhood according to the stories of Homer about the Odyssey. Well, Kefalonia invariably remains a pleasant discovery for tourists: with its traditional villages, cliffs plunging into the sea, beautiful beaches and no less excellent wines.
Thessaloniki is the Greek Constantinople, the second largest city in modern Greece. Apart from its own base of worthy attractions, it can serve as an ideal starting point for exploring the beauties of Northern Greece and the Macedonia region. Immediately - the religious center of the country - the Athos Peninsula, where women are still forbidden to enter, as centuries ago.
The North Aegean Islands are the perfect fusion of East and West. Here, as nowhere else in Greece, the influence of Asia Minor and Turkey is felt, which, coupled with little popularity (compared to other Greek islands, of course), gives tourists some pleasant aftertaste of a vacation in another, unusual country. Samos among them is the most unique, it is covered with trees and vineyards. The untouched and hospitable Chios, with its isolated beaches and the ancient monastery of Nea Moni, also attracts. The islands of Lesbos and Lemnos echo him - almost unexplored by Russian tourists, but exceptionally colorful.