Flying into Skiathos, the westernmost of the Sporades islands, you can see that this small, but perfectly formed island is ...

We wanted somewhere with stunning beaches as well as interesting sights, so Greek island hopping was the obvious ... the westernmost of the Sporades islands, you can see that this small, but ...

Take Syros, for example, an island with a rich cultural heritage and an elegant blend of Venetian and Greek architecture. Its ...

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Close to the capital of Athens and its port, Piraeus, these islands huddled around the Greek mainland are fab for a first go if you’re not sure island hopping is for you. Spend a few cultured ...

these islands huddled around the Greek mainland are fab for a first go if you’re not sure island hopping is for you. Spend a few cultured nights in the capital, then hop on the ferry to nearby ...