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 Treasures of Mediterranean
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Treasures of the Mediterranean | Yacht Charter Greece Cruises Ionian, Saronic, Cyclades, Dodecannese, Sporades Islands, Crete, Greek Islands Yacht Charters & Cruises Athens Greece
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| Eastern Aegean Islands |
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It is the ideal destination for travellers who want to experience absolute relaxation. Traditional villages, lush routes, vast beaches, picturesque fishing villages and a variety of traditional tastes are few of the highlights in this part of the Aegean Sea.
The islands of Eastern Aegean are big and multi-faced demanding visitors to dedicate enough days so that they can explore them and discover their treasures. They are an ideal destination for nature-lovers, families, folklore fans, gourmet travellers and are a good option for those of you travelling on a low budget.
Mytilini and Chios are the biggest and most special islands of the complex with alternation of landscapes, gastronomic surprises and are of architectural interest.
Samos has a lot to offer to sea lovers without coming short of entertainment.
Ikaria is well known for its prevailing wild beauty, the fairs and the inhabitants’ incomparable loose philosophy of life, while Limnos with the most beautiful beaches, nice routes and good food gathers low profile travellers and those that prefer to have authentic vacations.
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| Saronic Gulf Islands |
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The Saronic Gulf islands are very close to Athens, the capital of Greece, and constitute a beloved destination for relaxing weekends and last minute escapes.
Aegina is the closest island to Athens and is considered as the all time classic solution for one day trips and summer vacations near the capital. When you arrive at Aegina you will admire the port and the surrounding area, as old buildings are refreshed and Palaeochora is restored and thus maintain the traditional atmosphere of the island.
Hydra, the most picturesque island of the complex, includes plenty atmospheric boutique hotels in old mansions, stylish restaurants and intense night life that are offered both for romantic and cosmopolitan getaways.
Spetses is equally scenic. It can be reached fast and easily by high-speed ferry from Piraeus port and even faster by sea-taxi from the port of Costa in Argolida. It is a well known travel destination for couples and a popular meeting point for summer fun.
Poros is a low profile island with its picturesque old city located opposite Peloponnese and has its own dedicated travellers, while the tiny Agistri Island is a good option for quiet vacations and numerous boat rides. |
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| Cyclades Islands |
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Cyclades is one of the most popular destinations for vacation. Their trademarks are the nude rocks with very low vegetation and the contrast of the white cubic houses with the endless blue of the Aegean Sea.
Apart from the scenic white capitals and the wonderful beaches, each Cycladic island has its own special characteristics to display. Mykonos is famed for its vivid nightlife, Tinos for the loose lifestyle, Sifnos for the delicious gastronomical treats, Santorini for the romance for two.
In general Cyclades are identified with cosmopolitan vacations, romantic getaways, sleepless nights with friends and trips to the other untainted islands to enjoy their exquisite breaches that look almost exotic.
The biggest of the Cyclades islands, like Syros or Mykonos, are full of people all year round, while the smallest and more isolated islands, like Anafi, which are addressed to the fans of alternative tourism, become livelier with tourism during the summer period.
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| Ionian Islands |
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Beaches with white sand and turquoise waters are their trademarks and offer you a unique vacation in the Ionian Islands.
Whether you visit the bigger islands of the cluster with their aristocratic tradition, cosmopolitan life and luxurious hotels or the smaller and quieter ones with their nature-loving profile it is definite that you will enjoy your vacation to the utmost.
In Corfu you will admire the old city and the monuments, you will explore the numerous small villages and of course you will have a lot of remarkable options for accommodation, good food and nightlife.
Zakynthos, Kefallonia and Lefkada boast some of the most well known beaches in Greece that you will find in any postcard or calendar. Those islands have something to offer to all types of travellers, from the most relaxing to the most adventurous, to families or groups of friends.
In Paxoi and Ithaki the contrast of green and blue prevails and although they are the tranquil islands of the cluster they are the upcoming tourist destinations in Greece. Kythira is further down the rest of the complex, but still displays numerous divine beaches and flora which enchant visitors.
The Ionian Islands are an earthly paradise for sailers too, as they offer travellers the opportunity to explore places that can’t be reached otherwise, like Diapontia Islands (Othonoi, Erikousa and Mathraki), located in the north west of Corfu and including vast isolated beaches and ruins of Venetian castles.
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| Crete Island |
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The Mediterranean scenery, the endless beaches, the Venetian towns with the castles, the forests of palm trees, the wild gorges and the archaeological sites of tremendous historic significance, the cosmopolitan resorts that are featured in the most important travel guides worldwide, the traditional recipes that are passed from one generation to the other and amaze food writers from all over the world are the elements that compose the image of the multi-faced island of Crete.
The southern areas are more quiet and ideal for short vacations while they include untainted places for relaxing moments. Northern Crete includes lots of variations in the landscape during spring time and in the summer tourists flock to have an unforgettable holiday in one of the most popular destinations in Greece.
The villages of Anogia and Sfakia in the mainland have maintained their traditions and customs throughout the centuries.
Luxury and services of high standards similar to those offered in the most beautiful resorts in the Mediterranean are also offered here in the regions of Elounda, Agios Nikolaos and Limin Hersonissou.
In Chania and Rethymno you can admire the exquisite architecture of buildings constructed during the Venetian and Turkish occupancy on the island.
Magnificent coasts, amazing beach bars and vibrant nightlife for all tastes is offered in the whole island.
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| Dodecanese Islands |
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One of the biggest complexes of islands in Greece, the Dodecanese offers an exceptional side of Greek summer.
The scenic capital of Patmos and Astypalea, the upcoming summer destinations Symi, Chalki and Kastelorizo, the wide beaches and the archaeological sites in Rhodes and Kos, as well as the virgin unexplored places in Karpathos and Nissyros are places where all visitors can have the type of vacation that suits them best.
Fans of luxury and vivid nightlife, as well as families mostly choose big islands with developed tourist infrastructure, like Rhodes.
Couples, sophisticated people and youth groups that are looking for something different choose more atmospheric islands like Patmos, Symi or Nissyros.
Archaeology-lovers will find interesting monuments and will witness the wealthy history of the islands, such as ancient citadels, medieval towns and monuments inherited from the Italian occupancy.
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