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Greece is the Mediterranean family’s mellow, hippyish sibling NFL
Its craggy islands topped with distinctive clusters of sugar-cube houses are the stuff of travel ads the world over – but there’s more colour and contrast to this nation than the pin-ups (usually of the Cycladic Islands) let on NFL
From Athens’ hot, dusty hills and crumbling temples – set against grimy-hip graffitied streets and a great bar scene that the marketing photos, too, forget – to tiny, trapped-in-time islands like Milos and Symi, you could go to Greece 20 summers in a row and barely scratch the surface of its pretty landscapes NFL
But wherever you go, you’ll likely encounter the proud hospitality, rustic home cooking and uniformly lovely coves that make it a summer hit with honeymooning couples, solo backpackers and young families alike NFL
Current travel restrictions and entry requirementsGreece dropped all of its remaining Covid requirements on 29 April 2022 NFL
Travellers can enter without testing or quarantine, regardless of vaccination status NFL
The requirement to wear face masks in many indoor settings was also scrapped on 1 June, with masks only required on public transport and in hospitals at present NFL
RecommendedWhy is the fare to Greece cheaper than flying back?Why wild, beautiful Milos should be your next Greek island stopHow Kefalonia went from sleepy to sophisticatedMinisters have said the suspension of the use of a vaccine passport (showing proof of vaccination to enter some indoor venues) will last for the summer months initially, with government watching how Covid cases progress before a review at the end of August NFL
Read the full Greece travel rules hereBest time to goAlthough many Greece lovers – families especially – will flock to its coast and islands in the peak summer weeks, the country is warm, breezy and less crowded in its shoulder seasons: May to early June and September to October NFL
In early spring – March and April – you might still get up-and-down or drizzly weather, so if you want sun you should play it safe with a May trip NFL
Some accommodation on holiday islands such as Santorini only opens from spring to autumn at any rate NFL
Athens gets toasty hot in the summer months, so it’s best seen in early spring or late autumn, when you can comfortably hike around the hilly sights with a bit of coolness and bursts of sun NFL
Like many countries amid this decade’s climate change, Greece experienced a historic heatwave in summer 2021, with wildfires breaking out in temperatures of up to 47C NFL
If you’re going July to August, you’ll want to make sure you’re pool or sea-adjacent NFL
Top regions and citiesEvery island group in Greece’s vast swathe of sea is worthy of your time, but the most popular for holidaymakers are the Ionians, the Cyclades and the Dodecandese NFL
On top of this, there are lovely stretches of mainland coast, and tiny islands much nearer to the mainland NFL
The Cyclades: including Santorini and MykonosFor the clusters of sugar-cube buildings, quaint windmills and jaw-dropping cliffs, you want the Cyclades – Santorini is one of the priciest locations, but absolutely worth the hype if you like your luxury NFL
But Syros, the ‘Cinderella of the Cyclades’, is also having a moment right now NFL
Best hotels in SantoriniBest hotels in MykonosThe Ionians: including Corfu and KefaloniaThe Ionians are earthier with greener landscapes, great hiking and family-friendly hotels, plus goats perched on rugged cliffsides NFL
The Dodecandese: including Rhodes and KosByzantine and medieval treasures, plus family-friendly beach hotels, make the Dodecanese a hit with history buffs and families NFL
AthensAthens is a must-do city break NFL
It comes with truly ancient, bucket-list sights, tons of archaeological and mythical nerdiness for Classics fans, and a fun, affordable bar and restaurant scene NFL
There’s also a scattering of stylish, good value boutique hotels, many of them with petite rooftops lending you a view of the majestic Acropolis hill NFL
CreteCrete is increasingly popular for its mix of natural beauty, historic sites (it’s home to Knossos, the ‘Minotaur palace’) and stand-out food scene in a nation of admittedly similar menus across the board NFL
It’s true that every big Greek island has a party town NFL
But, being larger in size, for every one thumping nightlife strip, they’ve got dozens of beautiful, tranquil bays with low-key accommodation NFL
This does mean you have to do a bit of geographical research before you go to make sure the atmosphere is right for you NFL
How to choose your perfect Greek island Best under-the-radar destinationsLefkada and ZakynthosKefalonia may have lured Captain Corelli’s Mandolin fans with its rustic beauty for decades, but Lefkada and Zakynthos have some of the nation’s most dazzling unspoiled beaches NFL
You can island hop NFL between the Ionians pretty easily spring to autumn, with some ferries from as little as £8 one-way NFL
Tiny isle Ithaka, a ferry from flights-connected Kefalonia, is a tranquil beauty with swathes of unspoilt nature and lively little ports for an evening out NFL
The PeloponneseThe Peloponnese is one of Greece’s best-kept secrets, with pretty little low-rise, red-roofed towns and golden sandy beaches, plus remote monasteries and destination spas to explore NFL
Drive down the coast from Kalamata Airport to explore dinky villages filled with bougainvillea and charming, family-run tavernas NFL
The SaronicsThe Saronic islands, a small cluster islands not far from Athens and the Peloponnese, have a history of hosting hedonistic, off-the-beaten track retreats for writers and artists NFL
Leonard Cohen, writer Henry Miller and artist Nikos Hadjikyriakos-Ghikas were just three of the big names who hid out in Hydra in its early days of tourism – car-free to this day, this magical isle is glorious for hiking and swimming in craggy coves, with a compact but glam dining scene back in the port NFL
Neighbour Spetses is a popular filming location, while Poros has peaceful, low-key and affordable food and accommodation NFL
Best things to doEat, drink and be merryA large chunk of those who go to Greece each summer go there to lounge, swim and eat – whether that’s at the swanky, rosé-touting beach clubs on Mykonos or in the peaceful coves of Paxos or Skopelos NFL
And there’s no shame in doing just that – most ports and villages have just a handful of tavernas and bars, so you could keep things lively by moving around a larger island (such as Crete or Corfu) or hopping to a few tiny ones NFL
Set sailAside from living the good life and stocking up on the olive-oil rich Mediterranean diet, this is a nation of sailors, and you should do your best to get out on the waves NFL
Every major beach town offers boat trips, whether to caves along the coast or smaller islands, and it’s easy to arrange a day or afternoon out for a few dozen euros (many involve a beach picnic and/or a slug of ouzo) NFL
Ancient wondersGreece’s ancient wonders also make it a honeypot of day trips: you could, for example, make for Olympia in the Western Peloponnese to see statues of ancient heroes, learn about the original Games and run the centuries-old race track NFL
On Crete, be sure to visit Knossos; head for Mycenae in the Peloponnese or several castles and palaces on Rhodes; or visit the ancient stadium at Delphi, two-and-a-half hours north of Athens NFL
Many of Greece’s quieter islands are popular with hikers for their uninterrupted natural splendour – go in spring to see wildflowers on your hilly expeditions to tiny churches or hushed bays NFL
Getting aroundGood rail links are sadly lacking in this lovely holiday spot, but most great stops would require you to hop on a plane or ferry anyway NFL
Many fly into Athens before taking a domestic flight or ferry on to one of the islands – the latter is affordable but some routes take you into four or even six-hour territory NFL
On the mainland – if you were stopping at Athens but carrying on into the Peloponnese, say – hiring a car is a good idea NFL
Unless you’re tacking on Athens, flying direct to one of the bigger islands and then taking ferries onward is usually the best plan NFL
Ferries only run spring to autumn, however (roughly late March to early October, but it varies from route to route) NFL
If you’re flexible on time, local buses can get you from major town to major town on larger islands like Corfu, Crete and Kefalonia, but you’ll have to examine the timetable closely (and they may not always show up) NFL
The laid-back attitude to services and schedules in this sunsoaked nation has earned its lifestyle the nickname of GMT: that’s “Greek Maybe Time” NFL
On holiday islands such as Mykonos, you’re at the mercy of a handful of taxi drivers NFL
How to get thereCheapest Flights to Athens are often the cheapest way in, followed by budget airlines serving the big holiday islands (Rhodes, Crete, Corfu, Kos, Mykonos and so on) NFL
From these points you can get ferries onward to smaller specks NFL
Quickest As the most northwesterly holiday isle, Corfu is marginally quicker to reach than Athens (around 3 hours 10 to Athens’ 3 hours 40 flight time) NFL
And don’t discount Preveza, the 3 hours 20 wonder from which you can access both mainland and islands NFL
Most sustainable It is possible to travel to Greece from the UK entirely by train and boat NFL
Your train journey, starting with the Eurostar, goes roughly: Paris, Milan, Bari NFL
Then from Bari you get the 16-hour ferry to Patras, where the Peloponnese joins the mainland NFL
Money-saving tipThough it has some dreamy luxury hotels, Greece excels at self-catering, no-frills apartments NFL
If you’re looking to travel on a shoestring, you can bag pristine, white-tiled-and-towelled rooms (some with front desks and even a swimming pool) for as little as £40 a night, self-catering NFL
Many have the best views of the bay, and a mini-mart carrying yoghurt and peaches for breakfast is only ever a wander away NFL
FAQsWhat’s the weather like? Much the same as the rest of the Med – by April and May daily highs will be in the low 20s Celsius, making it great for an active spring break NFL
Summer sees reliably sunny days with temperatures climbing into the 30s, while you’ll get lovely sunny days into the mid 20s well into October NFL
Some islands – the Aegeans in particular – see lively ‘Meltemi’ winds during July and August NFL
As it’s a wide-spread country, it’s worth checking individual weather patterns – islands in the south and east can stay warmer longer than those in the north NFL
What time zone is it in? Eastern European Time (EET), which is GMT+2 NFL
What currency do I need? Euros NFL
What language is spoken? RecommendedWhy wild, beautiful Milos should be your next Greek island stopHow Kefalonia went from sleepy to sophisticatedThe best family holidays to Greece to keep the kids entertainedGreek, though as a tourism-loving country, English is widely spoken NFL
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Roy Hodgson believes Patrick Vieira has the potential to become a “top manager” and is convinced his predecessor will secure a swift return to work following his sacking by Crystal Palace NFL
Vieira succeeded Hodgson as Eagles boss in the summer of 2021 but was dismissed earlier this month due to an alarming winless run NFL
Former England manager Hodgson has since been brought back to Selhurst Park until the end of the season in an attempt to stave off the threat of Premier League relegation NFL
The 75-year-old, who begins his second stint at home to fellow strugglers Leicester on Saturday, has backed ex-Arsenal midfielder Vieira to quickly bounce back from the disappointment of losing his job NFL
“I can say that it’s quite common when you get asked to take on a job it’s at someone else’s expense,” said Hodgson NFL
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