![]() ![]() If you want to sunbathe, swim or take advantage of the vast range of water sports then the sunniest, hottest and driest months are July to September. Magnificent beaches, island hopping, cultural contrasts There are direct flights to Athens and all main Greek islands from the UKīetween three and four hours from the UK to Greece They even play cricket in Corfu!Īnd if that isn’t enough you can hop off to another beach, another town, another island because everything in Greece is always satisfyingly the same – but always sensationally different. There are spas and gyms, water sports and hiking, tennis and golf, cycling and climbing. There are places where the summer parties start early and go on through the night resorts for families places for people who want to sunbathe all day and places to play all day. Now Greece has private villas, stylish boutique hotels and superb all-inclusive hotels offering the highest levels of luxury. Those traditional, family-run studios that were once the main accommodation for holidaymakers are still there. You can still get that lovely Shirley Valentine moment when you have a meal at a beach and the table is set in the gentle lapping of the sea. Tavernas and restaurants provide international cuisine alongside wonderful Greek dishes – and over the road locals will be enjoying their ouzo at a kafenion, picking up the children from school or going to church. English is spoken almost everywhere, and the food just goes on getting better. Greece has become cosmopolitan and modern in every respect without ruining the traditional Mamma Mia! charm and legendary hospitality that so many people love. The most magnificent is the white marble Parthenon, a temple to the goddess Athena, built 2,500 years ago and still the glittering crown on the Acropolis of Athens. Buildings from thousands of years ago have been discovered. Historians tell us it was the birthplace of democracy, maths, modern medicine, the Olympic Games and so much more. The storytellers say Greek Gods created the world. And it’s thickly spread across mainland Greece and the Greek islands that are scattered like brilliant gems across two clear blue seas. Spectacular scenery, amazing beaches, wonderful weather, friendly people, great food, award winning wine and mind-blowing history. Greece is the perfect getaway for so many marvellous reasons and about 25 million tourists will enjoy its delights this year. It's a land steeped in ancient myths and legends and it still has the magic to make holiday dreams come true. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |