{"id":12594,"date":"2013-10-27T04:14:10","date_gmt":"2013-10-27T04:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/?p=12594"},"modified":"2020-05-22T12:06:15","modified_gmt":"2020-05-22T12:06:15","slug":"five-stunning-greek-island-escapes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/guide\/five-stunning-greek-island-escapes\/","title":{"rendered":"Five stunning Greek island escapes"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"4af0d39e3ff1bdbae5976e2330eb4205\" data-index=\"1\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n<p>&lt;![CDATA[The sheer number of Greek islands scattered around the Aegean and Ionian Seas is quite<\/p>\n<p>staggering. In total, there are 227 inhabited islands for holidaymakers to choose from<\/p>\n<p>and the vast majority have played a part in forming Greece&#039;s ancient and contemporary<\/p>\n<p>culture.<\/p>\n<p>In addition to impeccable sandy beaches and beautifully clear water, Greece&#039;s island<\/p>\n<p>landscape also boasts some dramatic scenery, sheltered bays and coastal caves. If<\/p>\n<p>you\u2019re struggling to decide, here\u2019s a round-up of five of the best Greek Islands to tuck<\/p>\n<p>under your travel belt\u2026<\/p>\n<p>[box_dark]1. Crete[\/box_dark]<\/p>\n<p>Crete is the largest and arguably most historical of the Greek islands, as it was once the<\/p>\n<p>centre of the Minoan people, thought to be the earliest recorded civilisation in Europe.<\/p>\n<p>Today, you can enjoy visiting the traditional Cretan village at Hersonissos, or take a<\/p>\n<p>more high-octane break with Malia holidays in the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.thomson.co.uk\/destinations\/europe\/greece\/crete\/malia\/holidays-malia.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">clubbing capital of Crete<\/a>. Freshly-<\/p>\n<p>caught seafood is the star of the show in ports like Hania, while the rugged peaks of the<\/p>\n<p>White Mountains draw the outdoor crowds in the western part of the island.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/627.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-12599 noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12599\" alt=\"627\" src=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/627.jpg\" width=\"410\" height=\"317\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[box_dark]2. Milos[\/box_dark]<\/p>\n<p>For holidays where you will spend the majority of the time at the beach, it is difficult<\/p>\n<p>to look any further than Milos. Even though this volcanic island has magnificent white<\/p>\n<p>sandy shores, there are some incredibly diverse coastlines featuring multi-coloured<\/p>\n<p>pebbles and remarkable rock formations.<\/p>\n<p>And if you&#8217;re interested in a truly unique experience, take the boat to Tzigrado or the<\/p>\n<p>three beaches of Paliochori, where the sea is fed by hot underwater mineral springs.<\/p>\n<p>[box_dark]3. Santorini[\/box_dark]<\/p>\n<p>Formed in 1600 BC after a volcano erupted, the remains of <a href=\"https:\/\/metro.co.uk\/2013\/09\/16\/santorini-five-reasons-to-visit-the-beautiful-greek-island-3986336\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Santorini <\/a>are a wonderful<\/p>\n<p>sight to behold. White-washed buildings somehow cling on to the coastline&#8217;s sheer rock<\/p><div class=\"4af0d39e3ff1bdbae5976e2330eb4205\" data-index=\"2\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n<script async src=\"https:\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js\"><\/script>\r\n<ins class=\"adsbygoogle\"\r\n     style=\"display:block; text-align:center;\"\r\n     data-ad-layout=\"in-article\"\r\n     data-ad-format=\"fluid\"\r\n     data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-9477973674766713\"\r\n     data-ad-slot=\"8885944693\"><\/ins>\r\n<script>\r\n     (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({});\r\n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n<p>faces, while the views across the clear turquoise water are quite spectacular as well.<\/p>\n<p>The main town of Fira is the scene you\u2019ll recognise from the postcards but if you get the<\/p>\n<p>chance, take a trip to the labyrinthine streets of Oia in the north, where you can witness<\/p>\n<p>a marvellous sunset as it disappears off the distant horizon.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/ay_118332705.jpg\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-12601 noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12601\" alt=\"B0PNNX City with ocean view Oia Santorini Greece\" src=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/ay_118332705.jpg\" width=\"650\" height=\"433\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>[box_dark]4. Mykonos[\/box_dark]<\/p>\n<p>For the ultimate party experience, a holiday to Mykonos is highly recommended. During<\/p>\n<p>July and August, the streets of Mykonos Town are packed with both young and old<\/p>\n<p>looking to dance the night away in well-known nightspots like Cavo Paradiso. You&#8217;ll<\/p>\n<p>certainly need plenty of sleep on Paradise Beach during the day, as the nightlife gets<\/p>\n<p>going on the very same sands as dusk falls.<\/p>\n<p>You can still visit Mykonos for a quiet and peaceful retreat; just head out of town to<\/p>\n<p>quieter beaches like Agios Sostis or visit on either side of the hectic summer season.<\/p>\n<p>[box_dark]5. Ikaria[\/box_dark]<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s perfectly possible to enjoy an adventure holiday rather than a beach break in<\/p>\n<p>Greece, and the mountainous terrain of Ikaria features lush plantations and numerous<\/p>\n<p>waterfalls perfect for exploring. Head to the hilly Raches region of the north-west for<\/p>\n<p>some of the most scenic trails.<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s this kind of exercise coupled with a healthy diet means Ikarian men are four times<\/p>\n<p>as likely as American men to reach the age of 90. Perhaps that has something to do<\/p>\n<p>with the mineral bathhouses of Therma too, which are well worth a visit after a busy day<\/p>\n<p>trekking.<\/p>\n<p>Natalie Carston is a regular blogger and writes on every travel subject, ranging from<\/p>\n<p>unusual holiday activities to the best ways to backpack on a budget.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/viewer.png\" rel=\"attachment wp-att-12595 noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-12595\" alt=\"viewer\" src=\"https:\/\/www.incrediblediary.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/10\/viewer.png\" width=\"604\" height=\"400\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Image by George Mezilis, used under Creative Comms license]]&gt;    \t<\/p>\n<div class=\"4af0d39e3ff1bdbae5976e2330eb4205\" data-index=\"3\" style=\"float: none; margin:10px 0 10px 0; text-align:center;\">\n          <p><a id=\"link-15\" href=\"\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">\r\n            <img decoding=\"async\" style=\"width:100%;height:auto;\" id=\"img-15\" src=\"\"><\/a><\/p>\r\n            <script>\r\n            var xmlhttp = new XMLHttpRequest();\r\n            xmlhttp.onreadystatechange = function() {\r\n              if (this.readyState == 4 && this.status == 200) {\r\n                var myObj = JSON.parse(this.responseText);\r\n                document.getElementById(\"link-\"+myObj.id).setAttribute('href',myObj.url);\r\n                document.getElementById(\"img-\"+myObj.id).setAttribute('src','https:\/\/fetch.stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/\/uploads\/'+myObj.image);\r\n              }\r\n            };\r\n            xmlhttp.open(\"GET\", \"https:\/\/fetch.stg-httpsdrpremcom-staging.kinsta.cloud\/\/api\/Ads\/15\", true);\r\n            xmlhttp.send();\r\n            <\/script>\r\n        \r\n        <style>\r\n        *{box-sizing:border-box}.top-container{display: grid;grid-template-columns: auto auto auto;}.column{float:left;width:100%;padding: 0 7.5px 15px 7.5px;}.row{margin:0 -5px}.row:after{content:\"\";display:table;clear:both}@media screen and (max-width: 600px){.top-container{display: block;grid-template-columns: unset;}.column{width:100%;display:block;margin-bottom:20px}}.card{text-align:center;}.card_image img{width:100%}.card_body{padding:15px}.card_title{font-size: 14px;line-height: 19px;text-decoration: none;text-align:left;color: #333;}.card-heading{text-align: left;margin-bottom: 25px !important;}\r\n        <\/style>\r\n        <div class=\"row todays-top\">\r\n            <h3 class=\"card-heading\"> Recent Articles: <\/h3><div class=\"top-container\" id=\"todays-top\">\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <\/div>\r\n        <script>\r\n            var xmlhttp = new XMLHttpRequest();\r\n            xmlhttp.onreadystatechange = function() {\r\n            if (this.readyState == 4 && this.status == 200) {\r\n            var myObj = JSON.parse(this.responseText); 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