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SPORÁDES Best for
Unspoiled mountain scenery
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Home to
The rich and the beautiful first docked their yachts on
Halkída
the then-deserted beaches of Skiáthos and Skópelos in
the 1960s and 70s. No longer as exclusive, but even Experience
more popular, the Sporádes offer preternaturally blue Spotting wildlife on a boat tour
seas, green countryside and achingly photogenic through Sporádes Marine Park
towns, whereas gigantic Évvia has compelling
archaeological sites, museums and thermal spas.

THE
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AEGEAN
Whatever you’re looking for in a Greek
island holiday, you’ll find it in the
Northeast Aegean. Closer to Turkey
than to Greece, the seven major islands
here have distinct personalities, from
the isolated and brooding Samothráki
to the crowded resort island of Thásos,
all marked by significant ancient sites.
While Sámos, Thásos and Lésvos attract
the package-holiday crowd, Samothráki
appeals to hardy nature lovers and
Ikaria to those seeking a slower pace
and more traditional life.
Best for
Ancient sites, hiking on Samothráki, beaches
Home to
Híos town, Néa Moní, Mastic Villages
Experience
Tasting the grapes of Límnos at its numerous
wineries, famous since ancient times

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