One of the biggest mistakes travelers make when visiting Greece is seeing too many islands and missing the real experience

The good news? The Greek islands don’t shut down in winter. What changes and how to plan depend on the island and on knowing what you want.

Greece’s car-free islands remind us of how travel once felt: unhurried, peaceful, and deeply connected to people and place.

Think Greece is only for summer? Not even close. Autumn brings harvests, festivals, and unique experiences far beyond your usual sun and sea.

If you could capture Greek summer in a single day, August 15th would be it. From pilgrimage and prayer to village feasts and pride, it is Greece’s most celebrated day of summer.

Busting the myth: Athens is so much more than a stopover, it’s a dynamic destination worth discovering. This is why you should stay.