Santorini sits on the rim of a drowned volcano, and you feel it everywhere – in the black sand underfoot, the rust-red cliffs at Akrotiri, the flinty tang of the wine. We spent a week here, hired a car and took it slowly, and the island turned out to be …
With more than 200 inhabited islands scattered like jewels across its waters, Greece is the perfect place for an island-hopping holiday. And while planning the perfect Greek Island holiday can seem overwhelming at first – the flights, the ferries, the timings – it’s easier than you might think. Once you’ve …
Quick facts: Kefalonia essentials • Location: Largest of the Ionian Islands, Greece • Best time to visit: May-October (June-September ideal for beaches) • Getting around: Car rental is essential • Nearest airport: Kefalonia International (EFL) • Famous for: Myrtos Beach, Melissani Cave, pristine beaches, turquoise waters • Flight time from …
Wondering if Folegandros is worth visiting? Well, if you’re looking for an idyllic Greek island escape, Folegandros fits the bill perfectly. It’s only an hour’s fast ferry ride from Santorini (three if you take the slower, cheaper boat), but this teeny island feels worlds away from the chaotic crowds of …
Note: Hotel Zorzis is now officially called Spiros & Hiroko Hotel, but the ownership, management, and exceptional hospitality remain exactly the same. Many guests (including us) still know and search for it as Hotel Zorzis. Santorini doesn’t have to cost the earth. While Oia’s clifftop hotels command eye-watering prices, Hotel …