A truly unique phenomenon
Greece has a large number of islands with estimates ranging from somewhere around 1,200 to 6,000. This is a unique phenomenon for the European continent.
Many Greek beaches have been awarded the blue flag under the Blue Flags of Europe Program, providing not only swimming, but also scuba diving, snorkeling, water skiing, sailing and windsurfing.
CYCLADES
Amorgos / Anafi / Andros / Antiparos / Donoussa / Folegandros / Ios / Iraklia / Kea / Kimolos / Koufonisia / Kythnos / Milos / Mykonos / Naxos / Paros / Santorini / Schinoussa / Serifos / Sifnos / Sikinos / Syros
Located in the center of the Aegean Sea, Cyclades are the most popular island group in Greece. Those islands distinguish for the picturesque architecture dominated by white and blue, and for the relaxing atmosphere and very tasteful kitchen. Holidays in Cyclades is an amazing experience and offers memories to cherish for a lifetime. All of the Cycladic islands have a wonderful architecture, amazing beaches and relaxing atmosphere. Holidays in Cyclades can be cosmopolitan or totally remote, depending on your preferences.
DODECANESE
Astypalea / Halki / Kalymnos / Karpathos / Kos / Leros / Lipsi / Nisyros / Patmos / Rhodes / Simi / Tilos
The Dodecanese islands are located on the south eastern side of Greece, between Cyclades and the coasts of Turkey. They are less popular than Cyclades and with a different style, these Greek islands distinguish for their medieval architecture and the peaceful beaches. The most popular islands of Dodecanese Greece are Rhodes and Kos, while Karpathos is also getting famous over the last years. Kalymnos is developing as a rock climbing destination, Leros is a diving destination, while Patmos is famous for its spiritual character. The rest islands of Dodecanese, smaller in size, are considered more alternative holiday destinations. This Dodecanese islands travel guide will give you all the necessary information to organize your holiday in Greece.
ARGOSARONIC
Aegina / Agistri / Hydra / Poros
The Saronic islands are very popular Greek islands for summer holidays and weekend breaks. This is because there are the closest Greek islands from Athens. Aegina, Poros, Hydra and Spetses have developed a lot in tourism over the last years, while Agistri is not that famous but remains a true gem to explore. The crystal water, the relaxing atmosphere and the long history are the most distinctive characteristics of Saronic Greece, which have a different character each. Poros is great for sailing, Hydra has amazing architecture, Spetses stands out for the elegant mansions and Aegina is ideal for family vacations. This Saronic islands travel guide will give you all the necessary information to organize your holiday.
SPORADES
Alonissos / Skiathos / Skopelos / Skyros
The Sporades islands are geographically located between the Greek mainland and the greek islands of North Eastern Aegean, almost in the center of the Aegean Sea. These four small islands have a special character each and amazing nature. The most popular island of Sporades Greece for your holidays and much frequented by the youth is Skiathos, while Skopelos and Alonissos have more family atmosphere but still gorgeous beaches. The least known but equally beautiful island of Sporades is Skyros, with a picturesque capital town, secluded beaches and interesting sightseeing. This Sporades islands travel guide will give you all the necessary information to organize your holiday in Greece.
IONIAN
Corfu / Ithaca / Kefalonia / Kythira / Lefkada / Mathraki / Meganisi / Paxi / Zakynthos
After the Cyclades and Crete, the Ionian Islands are the most popular Greek islands complex of Greece. Located on the western side of the country, historically and culturally these islands are strongly connected to Italy. The architecture of the capital towns, including Corfu Town, Zakynthos Town and Argostoli, resembles a lot to the Venetian style as these islands were occupied by the Venetians in the medieval times. Apart from this architectural style, the other characteristics of Ionian Greece are the green nature and the wonderful beaches. Corfu, Zakynthos, Kefalonia and Lefkada are the most popular holiday islands. This Ionian Islands travel guide will give you all the necessary information to organize your holiday in Greece.
NORTHERN AEGEAN ISLANDS
Chios / Mytilene / Ikaria / Lemnos / Samos / Oinousses / Psara / Agios Eustratios
The North Aegean Islands are situated in the eastern corner of the Aegean Sea. Less touristy than the Cyclades and Dodecanese complexes, these islands are larger, greener and very interesting culturally and historically