Visiting both Greece and Turkey is one of the most common ways to enjoy a sea-side vacation in the area. Many travelers choose to visit Athens , take a short trip to one of the Cycladic Islands, followed by visiting the Turkish Riviera.
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If you have a lot of time on your hands, the cheapest option is to take the bus. If you lack time but your budget is enough for a plane ride, you can get from Athens
Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and a very popular one among travelers, filled with historical sites and beaches, where the Greek food is amazing and the scenery invites you to never leave.
Crete is 260 km long and only 60 km wide but surely can win a beauty contest, if it were to compete with other Greek islands. Although many travelers come here for then sea, sun and sand, the island has a lot more
Athens is steeped in history and is a must-visit for any travel lover. For those planning a round the world trip, often times western Europe is left off because of the high prices. RTW travelers tend to stick to more affordable places where their dollar goes further – like Latin America and Southeast Asia. But Europe has plenty to offer even the budget traveler, and there are plenty of tips out there to save a few bucks

Ferries in Greece are the primary means of transport between the islands and from the mainland to the islands. The ferry trip to some islands is over-night, so you’ll be in a floating hotel. Generally speaking, traveling by ferry is also scenic, especially when you plan to visit islands such as Santorini.
The cheapest way to travel is on deck, which nowadays goes by the name of “economy” (you don’t literally be “on the back” as there are lounges
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Cruising the azure blue waters of the Mediterranean Sea is a relaxing way to see Europe. The ship is your hotel, so you only have to unpack once. After a day of touring historic port cities from Spain to Italy, from Turkey to Egypt and points in between, you return to your ship to unwind as your ship glides through the sea to the
Athens is not only the capital of Greece but also the birthplace of the Western civilization. Well known for the Acropolis and being the gateway to the Greek islands, Athens is also a scenic city. Within the capital there are 12 hills but only 7 of them are of historical importance. And out of them only the Acropolis and Lycabettus are the best known. Aside from offering a place to escape the hustle and bustle