Summertime fun in Greece

One of the best ways to enjoy not only this summer but every summer is to visit Greece. One of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, ranking in the world’s top 20 countries.

Greece is located in south-east Europe in the east side of the Mediterranean sea. The two biggest cities are Thessaloniki at the north side and Athens at the south side of Greece. Wherever you choose to go inside to the country or in travel to an island, you will love it. Nature, mountains, beaches, sights, history, nightlife, dancing, food and wine are only some of the elements that characterize Greece. Some of the best destinations are described below:

• Corfu

Is one of the most famous islands of the Ionian Sea. It belongs to the Ionian Islands of Greece and has a big history that lasts from the Paleolithic era. Corfu is located at the entrance to the Adriatic Sea, near the Continental shores and the borders are very close (app. 3klms) to Albania. The town of Corfu is characterized by the strong Venetian point, and many influences from England and France. It is a cosmopolitan city that conveys a sense of nobility. Recommended places to visit: a) Corfu, b) Saint Mathew and c) Palaiokastritsa.

• Rhodes

Is the largest island in the Dodecanese. Located in the Aegean Sea, south-east of Greece, close to Turkey (app. 20 klms). Another great Greek island with large and plenty of history from the ancient years to Roman empire and from the Byzantine empire to Middles ages. Rhodes used to be the land of the Knights. Rhodes makes the difference because it has the best shining sun. On the northern side you will find many tourist resorts, while south things are more relaxed. Recommended places to visit: a) Rhodes, b) Ialisos, c) Kamiros, d) Butterflies and e) Lindos.

• Crete

Is the largest island of Greece, located at the south side of the country in the Mediterranean sea. Crete is one of the most beautiful islands in Greece (if not the most beautiful) and has a very long and great history from the ages of Minoan Civilization (3,000 BC), where the volcanic eruption of Thera caused the destruction of the palaces in Knossos (Iraklio). Recommended places to visit: a) Chania, b) Rethimno, c) Iraklio, d) Saint Nickolas e) Ierapetra f) Sitia g) Souda and if you have more time to spend, pay a visit to the island of Gavdos, a small island a few miles across the town of Timpaki in south Crete.

• Chalkidiki

Or Halkdiki belongs to the region of central Macedonia, in northern Greece near to Thessaloniki. Divided into three recommended to visit “legs”: a) Cassandra, b) Sithonia and c) Holy Mountain. Any place you choose to visit will be amazed by the natural beauty. Note: The Holy Mountain is a religious/Christian region of Greece, consisting of monasteries and the entrance of women into the region are prohibited. Usually suggested to people who would like to seek mental peace and tranquility or simply to learn about the place away from bad habits and excesses.

• Thessaloniki

Is the second capital of Greece, located in the central of Macedonia at the north side of the country. A lot of sights like: a) White Tower b) Arch of Galerius c) Ancient Roman Market d) Archaeological museum are available to view. Ladadika and airport area are some of the entertainment points in the city where usually young people have fun until the morning. Nightlife is one of the “trademarks” of Thessaloniki. It is also easy to know the city-town of Thessaloniki because the method of construction permits.

Also other remarkable places are Zakinthos (Ionian), Kefalonia (Ionian), Mikonos (Cyclades), Santorine (Cyclades), Sparta (Peloponnese), Athens (capital) and many more. The list is too big to include all the destinations. What is important is that wherever you go you will meet: an evergreen nature, hot sunshine, beautiful beaches, delicious food, friendly people and a unique nightlife.