Business Traveler, June 2019
5 8 D E S T I N AT I O N S THE STUFF OF LEGEND With their rich history unrivaled beauty and sparkling seas Greeces islands are rightly mythologized G reece has attracted visitors since antiquity even the citizens of the Roman Empire were not immune to the charms of this cradle of Western civilization Great weather diverse landscapes a rich history delicious food and a coastline lapped by the Aegean Mediterranean and Ionian seas all add to the draw The big mainland destinations of Halkidiki Thessaloniki and the capital Athens are hard to beat but the 200 plus inhabited islands in the archipelago are unique and each has its own distinctive character In spite of the financial difficulties Greece has faced in recent years travelers continue to visit its sandy beaches cozy coves and verdant olive groves And there is no need to fix on one destination Island hopping presents the opportunity to enjoy several islands in one trip Here are five of our favorites accessible by air and inter island ferries MYKONOS This 35 square mile island in the Cyclades is known for its beach parties expensive restaurants and general hedonistic vibe its a favorite among the yacht crowd celebs and the gay community There are only a J U N E 2 0 1 9 b u s i n e s s t r a v e l e r u s a c o m
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