TRAVEL GUIDE: GREECE

The birthplace of democracy, Greece is surrounded by water—the sparkling Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean seas. With its history of enlightenment from ancient times, the country is also considered the cradle of Western civilization. Throughout the land, on its islands and in enclaves that include Crete, central Greece, Macedonia, Thessaly and Peloponnese, the whiteness of Cycladic architecture gleams especially bright against the blue of sky and sea. One building practically sits atop the next, and ancient ruins have a way of sneaking up on you. Here the gyros are cheap and delicious, the people are more than willing to help a tourist in need of directions, and the buildings representing cultures of the past coexist peacefully with the jam-packed roads of the present.

LUXURIOUS LODGINGS Hotel Grand Bretagne A stay at the historic Hotel Grand Bretagne boasts opulent suites adorned with chandeliers and oil paintings, a romantic dinner at the seasonal GB Roof Garden where you can watch the sun set over the Acropolis, and an establishment rich in history—this was the site of lodging for King Otto’s guests.

BOOK A ROOM Hotels in Athens A tourist hotspot, Athens attracts thousands of tourists every year. Before you visit Greece's capital, make sure you go prepared. Whether you want just the basics or to live like the gods, you can find your ideal accommodations with these hotel reviews, ratings and room photos.

EXPLORE AND ENJOY Night+Day Guidebooks, Athens After the sun sets in Athens, locals and visitors alike flock to nightclubs, bars and live music venues to celebrate life. This is what the Night + Day book is all about—the idea that adventures can continue past sunset.

MAKE YOUR STOMACH HAPPY Milos Athens and Other Top Picks Costas Spiliadis, the affable owner of Estiatorio Milos in Montreal and New York, will have a much shorter distance to ship his Greek specialty items at his newest restaurant, Milos Athens, housed in the Hilton Athens.

SPA GUIDE Becoming Aphrodite Greece’s spa scene is thriving with options for every budget and desire. We’ve rounded up the island’s best spas, where you can relax with a rosemary and chamomile scalp massage, soak in a thermal bath, or treat yourself to an aloe and spearmint polish after a day of lying under the Grecian sun.

TOP 10 ROMANTIC DESTINATIONS WORLDWIDE Santorini With breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea, black volcanic sand beaches, quaint ancient villages and natural hot springs to indulge in, the island of Santorini exudes romance, making it the ideal destination for you and your loved one.

AUGUST—SEPTEMBER Santorini Music Festival If relaxing on a Greek island and listening to enchanting piano recitals, operatic arias and other international symphonic delights is your idea of a great vacation, book a flight to Santorini and enjoy this diverse and fun festival.

GREECE IN GENERAL

STAYING IN Hotels in Greece If you are planning a vacation in Greece, keep in mind that you'll need somewhere to rest after long days of sightseeing. With these hotel reviews, ratings and photos, you can find the perfect lodgings before you've even left home.

 
Visit the official website of Greece.

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