Build your True Trip
We all miss travelling, but luckily, this year we are able to experience it as never before! While travel was put on pause this past unconventional year all over the world, it made way for a once-in-a-lifetime ticket to visit some of your top bucket-list destinations in Greece without the milling crowds that they had so justifiably attracted all these years, and live every moment to the fullest. So, let’s look at some of the best Greek islands that you shouldn’t miss the chance to visit in 2021.
Mykonos – intimately cosmopolitan
It is well known that Mykonos is the most iconic and cosmopolitan Greek island, the beating heart of Cyclades, a whitewashed summer paradise. Hence, it comes as no surprise that the island attracts thousands of visitors every year, with hundreds of celebrities and high-profilers among them; placing it at the top of the list for Greek and European summer destinations. Now is the time to grab this post-pandemic opportunity by the horns, and seize your chance to experience the grandeur of Mykonos from a whole new perspective.
Also known as the Island of the Winds thanks to its cool summer breeze coming in from the North, Mykonos is a fascinating world of its own, captivating the heart of any traveler. Incomparable natural beauty and sophisticated nightlife are combined in a place where glamour meets elegant simplicity. Venture off through its narrow, photogenic cobbled streets to enjoy your leisurely walks with ease while discovering every hidden corner, or visit the town’s charming boutiques for a crowd-free shopping spree. Spend your afternoon at one of the most famous Mykonian bars and restaurants without the long waiting lists, and treat yourselves in a front-row sunbed at some of the most sought-after beach clubs of the island, without booking months in advance.
It might sound like a dream, but for the first time in decades, you have one chance to make this dream come true!
The famous Santorinian sunset all to yourself!
A strong competitor of Mykonos when it comes to popularity (or perhaps the perfect complement!) is the unparalleled beauty of Santorini that draws in crowds from all over the world. Just a glimpse of those dramatic caldera cliffs as the sunlight reflects over the deep blue Aegean waters is enough to put you under the Santorinian spell. While the island welcomes millions of admirers each year looking for that picture-perfect memory to wipe off their bucket-lists, this season its visitors will be some of the lucky ones that will have the chance to capture moments and experiences that only few will be able to describe for years to come.
One picture is a thousand words, and so many words could describe the magical beauty of Santorini, that you find yourself in crossroads on which would make it justice. The black pearl of the Aegean Sea is a treat for the eyes from every angle along the caldera. You can choose the lively settlement of Fira, with its pebbled narrow streets, white-vaulted houses and blue domes, or the neighboring village of Imerovigli known for its hidden chapels and arching doorways. If you are looking for an even more elevated experience, then Oia (the most popular settlement) is the place to be with its breath-taking panorama of natural surroundings. Whichever way you go, one thing is for certain; Santorini is bound to mesmerize you and this summer you are gifted with the opportunity to enjoy all this without any worries of heavy crowds blocking your views.
Walking along Athenians
Athens is a populated city, and even more so during the summer months when travelers eagerly await to explore one of the most historically rich capitals of Europe. Known as the cradle of west civilization, the place where it all begun, Athens can make you walk in the footsteps of great ancient philosophers reminiscent of past time, but still feel its unique and cosmopolitan vibe. With endless landmarks scattered across the city and a never-ending array of choices for entertainment catering to every taste, this year presents you a rare moment to re-discover Athens at leisure; no fast paces, no long queues and no busy crowds.
Explore Plaka, the oldest neighborhood of Athens, walk around Thisio along with the locals and feel like you’re also one of them, go through Ancient Agora and Pnyx and discover step by step the foundations of a history full of glory and maze, or walk up the Acropolis and look over the vibrant city and its distinctive beauty from above.
Now more than ever, it’s your chance to make the most out of Athens and take advantage of a crowd-free version of its multi-faceted culture, and most importantly, gain an authentic outlook of the city.
