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January
Seeking Lesser-Known Greek Islands Away from the Club Scene - Any Suggestions?
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January
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Rachel
Crete is amazing though. Incredibly beautiful.
Anna
I hear Chania is soooo lovely! I'm planning a trip myself at the beginning of Sept
Adam
Have you looked at Santorini? It's beautiful there. Nice sunsets and good views
Caitlin
Yes, my travelmate has been to Santorini before and we were looking for something a little different. Very beautiful though!
Cindy
oia! amazing!
Steph
Crete is beautiful. My boyfriend and I stayed in Crete and rented a car. Drove along the coasts and stayed 1-3 days in each village. Then picked up and drove again. I really recommend checking out Crete. The beaches are beautiful. And the food is delicious. There's lots of culture in Crete, each village is unique in their own way.
Ogie
Naxos, Kefalonia, Paros, Zakinthos are all beautiful! There are so many!
Oana
Santorini and Mikonos are great. Rhodes as well
Lisa
Santorini is beautiful
Chrissy
We had a great time on Rhodes. Spent 7 nights there, rented a car and travelled around. Was awesome.
Hilary
Samos! Quiet and super close to turkey so you can bomb over there for a visit.
Maggie
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Helen
We were in Naxos last October, it was lovely! Spent 12 days in a lovely room with kitchenette and pool area. The island is big enough to explore and not get bored if you're there for more than a few days.
Barb
I was also in Nazos last June & Loved it...rent a car to explore...Beautiful! Milos is also very nice!
Rumin
Check out Rhodes, Crete, Hydra, Lesbos... I found lesbos the most authentic but I went 5 years ago.. not many tourists
Elaine
I loved Hydra and Santorini.
Diego
Aman Minhas
Dawn
Definitely Santorini
Kate
We've been to Santorini, Mykonos and Naxos.
Hands down Santorini. Rent a car for 30 euro, explore. It's incredible.
Kate
Hotel Antonia, in Thira/Fira was the best.
Sara
Another vote for Santorini. I have also been to Kythria which is very quiet if are looking for that kind of thing. Definitely would want a car to explore the island with.
Jeannett
Santorini for sure. Looks just like the post cards. Ios. Not Mykonos it's party central. Paros was chill. South of Crete not too bad
Jennifer
Milos is beautiful and lesser known. Great place to relax
Michael
Ios
Athena
Rhodes !! And from Rhodes you can take a bunch of day trips on ferries to different islands like hydra and kos ... and Rhodes has an acropolis and medieval town to see
Ciara
Santorini is probably the least over run with tourists at this time of year. Crete, Zakinthos and similar will be over run with young Europeans on their end of year/second level education celebrations. I guess like spring break here. Santorini will most likely have honemooners etc.
Cecil
The island of Hydra. No vehicles on the island, aside from tiny garbage trucks. You get around by donkey!
Malou
Santorini Rhodes and Milos
Emily
I went to skopelos a few years ago and LOVED it. It's home to the Mamma Mia movie church, which motivated me to go. But other than that, it is very beautiful and green.
Babanjit
Mohit Suri
Selena
Santorini
Stephani
Santorini is amazing!!
my favourite place on earth
Stephani
I stayed at Petit Palace and it was beautiful.
A.I. says...
Greek Island Recommendations
My friend and I are planning a trip to the Greek islands in late September/early October. We've been to Mykonos before and loved it, but 7 years later we're less interested in the club scene. We considered Crete but wonder if because of the large size it may lose the island feel. Any lesser-known islands you like? Dodecanese or Ionian?
Dodecanese Islands
- Rhodes: The largest island in the Dodecanese, Rhodes has a rich history and culture. It's home to the ancient city of Lindos, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rhodes also has beautiful beaches, such as Tsambika Beach and Anthony Quinn Bay.
- Kos: Another popular island in the Dodecanese, Kos is known for its beautiful beaches and its ancient ruins. The island is also home to the Asklepieion, which was one of the most important healing centers in the ancient world.
- Kalymnos: A smaller island in the Dodecanese, Kalymnos is a popular destination for rock climbers. The island has a variety of climbing routes for all levels of climbers.
Ionian Islands
- Corfu: The largest island in the Ionian Islands, Corfu is a beautiful island with a rich history and culture. It's home to the Old Town of Corfu, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Corfu also has beautiful beaches, such as Glyfada Beach and Paleokastritsa Beach.
- Zakynthos: Another popular island in the Ionian Islands, Zakynthos is known for its beautiful beaches and its stunning cliffs. The island is also home to the National Marine Park of Zakynthos, which is home to a variety of marine life.
- Kefalonia: A smaller island in the Ionian Islands, Kefalonia is a beautiful island with a variety of landscapes. The island has beautiful beaches, such as Myrtos Beach and Xi Beach. Kefalonia is also home to the Mount Ainos National Park, which is home to a variety of plants and animals.
Which island is right for you?
The best island for you will depend on your interests and what you're looking for in a vacation. If you're looking for a party island, then Mykonos is a good choice. If you're looking for a more relaxed island with beautiful beaches and ancient ruins, then Rhodes or Corfu would be a good choice. If you're looking for an island with a variety of activities, such as hiking, biking, and swimming, then Kefalonia or Zakynthos would be a good choice.
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Caitlin
Does anyone have any Greek island recommendations? A friend and I are going late September/early October. We have been to Mykonos before and loved it, but 7 years later we are less interested in the club scene. We considered Crete but wonder if because of the large size it may lose the island feel.. Any lesser known islands you like? Dodecanese or Ionian?