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Why You Should Book Yourself onto a Greek Island this Summer

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There are many stunning island chains in the world, all with their unique flavor of isolation, wonder and natural beauty. But very few can compare to the sheer idyll offered by the islands off the mainland of Greece, situated in the Aegean Sea – a part of the Mediterranean once crossed by ancient armies and bronze-age traders. Here, you’ll find a mystique rarely available to the budget traveler, and peacefulness that will help you relax in complete luxury for the duration of your stay. Here’s why you should book yourself onto a Greek island this summer.

The Cuisine

Of the European culinary delights you might be familiar with, Greek might sit lower on the list than French, Italian and Spanish fare. However, all this means is that you’ll be in for a mesmeric, taste bud-tingling treat for the duration of your stay on a Greek island. With locally-sourced ingredients, such as sun-dried tomatoes, bulging olives, and fresh catch-of-the-day fish, you’ll wonder how food so healthy can taste so good. You’ll conclude, after your stay, that it must have been the food that gave birth to one of the world’s most enduring ancient civilizations.

Ancient Wonders

Speaking of the ancient world, Greece is one of the most fascinating, with some of the best-preserved relics located precisely on the islands that once made up its empire. Whether or not you’re a fan of ancient culture, you’ll be blown away by some of the incredibly old sites that decorate the islands off the coast of Greece; monuments to a time when this area of the world was one of the busiest with trade from across the ancient world. Visiting these places is a beautiful and memorable part of any trip to a Greek island.

Luxury Villas

If you’ve come to Greece for that castaway desert island feel, you’ve come to the wrong place. You won’t find discomfort or savagery here – only a gleaming selection of attractive villas that decorate the shores of the many islands that pepper the coast. Search through villas in Paros for rent to get just a taste of what you might be able to call home for the duration of your vacation; white-walled, open-plan and deliciously private stays at incredible prices, giving you the perfect base from which to explore your island at your own pace.

Sea Trips

Once you’ve selected an island and a place to stay, you’re by no means restricted to that island. You’re able to travel between Greece’s many islands with surprising ease, which is why many people call a trip to this part of the world an exercise in ‘island-hopping’. Either charter your own boat, or take local ferries, to find new corners of paradise, new world-class eateries, and unique ancient relics to satisfy your craving for adventure on seas that are unfailingly calm, turquoise and tranquil. A trip to a Greek island is simply not complete without a trip to a neighboring island over the dead-flat Mediterranean Sea.

It’s expected that, after reading this article, you’ll already be on your way to booking your stay on one of Greece’s wonderful islands – enjoying a summer of mystery and wonder in 2019.

Mad For The Med – Why You Should Pick A Mediterranean Cruise For Your Next Holiday

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If you’re one of those people who loves to wait until school’s back in in September before heading out on a holiday just to beat the crowds (and maybe the heat a bit too), you might be wondering what the best location is to head to this year to really make the most of those summer months before they’re gone. Maybe you can’t decide between a beach holiday or one in the mountains, a lazy getaway where you just chill out and take a load off or one where you are constantly on the go. The nice thing is that there is such a holiday that incorporates both preferences, and if this sounds like you, then look no further than an the option to kick back and relax on a Mediterranean cruise.

Amazing Excursions

Regardless of which cruise you choose, you can be sure that there will be excursions to not just fit your body, but your budget as well. Excursions from the ship can range from strolling around local ports and backstreets all the way up to hiking hills and countryside tours with wine tastings and more. Each port stop on your cruise will offer up a whole array of exciting options for getting off the boat and getting into the local area. With such great options such visiting the Palace of Knossos and the archaeological museum in Crete to getting lost in the backstreets of medieval Trogir in Croatia, it’s easy to see why so many people choose Mediterranean cruises for their getaways. There are quite literally hundreds of great things to see and do.

A Great View – Right From The Deck

It’s no secret that if you head up on the top decks, as you wind your way through the passageways and narrow lanes of islands throughout the Med that you will have amazing, unadulterated views. Imagine the stunning scenery you’ll see when you cruise past such sights as the Amalfi coast, the rocky shores of Crete, the rugged coastline of Albania and mainland Greece or the volcanic islands of Santorini. Sit back and relax perhaps with a glass of your favourite local wine in hand as you watch the world literally float past you.

World Class Cuisine

If you’re a total foodie you won’t want to miss out on a cruise trip to the Mediterranean. The region is known for some of the world’s best cuisine and wine, with opportunities to get off the ship and wander tiny winding back streets that are often home to some of the most unique local undiscovered gems in terms of culinary experience. From pasta and pizza in Italy to olives, souvlaki and the tastiest local wines in Greece or grilled lamb in spice with delectable coffee in Turkey and more options throughout the Med, it’s easy to see how some of the food options here are to die for. Come back an expert in cuisines of the Med and make them at home to relive memories of exploring tiny village cafes and rubbing elbows with locals.

So if you want something a bit new and different this year, why not consider taking a cruise to the Mediterranean. With many countries to choose from in the area, the only problem you’ll face is “which country should I pick?”