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Greece’s well-kept secret for a weekend break or relaxing vacation is situated in the southwest of the Saronic Gulf, opposite the Peloponnese. Poros is comprised of two islands, Sphairia and Kalavria, of which the former is a volcanic rock and the latter planted with pine trees. Although a small island, its history, sights, and beaches compensate all visitors.
Spetses island is one of the popular Greek islands not only for the Greeks who crave a weekend getaway but also for international travellers! Spetses has an arguably elegant atmosphere, mainly thanks to the Venetian mansions of its Town, which emit a vintage aura.
Ermioni is constructed on the hill slopes around a beautiful port, its town has revived over the last decades as many Athenians have holiday homes there. The traditional architecture and the natural beauty of Ermioni attract many families looking for peaceful vacations. The port promenade is a relaxing place to stroll around and enjoy a meal during your Ermioni holidays.
Hydra, one of the most cosmopolitan Greek islands, is located in the heart of the Argo Saronic Gulf. Having been a filming location of “A girl in black” and “Boy on a dolphin” movies, as well as a holiday destination for Leonard Cohen, Hydra stands out for its classy beauty!
Thanks to its extraordinary natural setting and the mesmerizing Agistri beaches, Agistri island Greece is a popular destination for Athenians. You can find Agistri hotels to restaurants, taverns, and organized beaches. Moving from Skala, where one of the island’s port is also located, you’ll come across the best Agistri beaches, Aponissos and Dragonera. Backed by lush nature, they offer the perfect ambiance for relaxing days at the beach!
In its day Epidavros was famed and revered across the Mediterranean as a place of miraculous healing. Visitors came great distances to the tranquil Sanctuary of Ascelpius, the god of medicine, to seek a cure for their ailments. Today the World Heritage Site's amazingly well-preserved theatre remains a venue during the Athens & Epidavros Festival for Classical Greek plays, first performed here over 2300 years ago.
Aegina has many archaeological monuments, picturesque villages, and beautiful beaches! The center of the island is Aegina Town, the picturesque capital of Aegina. Boasting elegant Neoclassical buildings, narrow alleys and a bustling seafront promenade, Aegina Town is perfect for summer strolls! Aegina is also an island with a glorious historical past, so it’s not a surprise that sightseeing is one of the best things to do in Aegina!
