6Greece Feels More Like a Summer Escape

Greece is particularly easy to associate with that classic summer feeling: swimming in clear water, sitting under a bougainvillea-covered terrace and watching the sun disappear over the Aegean.

The country’s island lifestyle naturally encourages slower days.

That doesn’t mean Greece is only about beaches. Athens has world-class ancient sites, Thessaloniki has an excellent food scene, and mainland destinations offer mountains, historic towns and archaeological treasures.

Still, Greece’s greatest strength is its ability to make a holiday feel like a genuine escape.