Greek Island holidays: from Crete to Corfu

Which island is right for you? We’ve been offering Greek island holidays for over 20 years, and we’re happy to share our expertise to help you pick the right destination.

Crete: the largest of the Greek Islands

Crete is the largest and most southerly of the Greek holiday islands, blessed with long summers, vibrant Venetian towns and upmarket resorts as well as plenty of wild corners for those with a little taste for adventure. There are sandy beaches, watersports and even a couple of golf courses alongside the more traditional Greek island sights like ancient monasteries and picturesque fishing harbours. It’s one of the best Greek islands for beaches, from Elafonissi in the west to Kouremenos in the east, coupled with awesome landscapes with deep gorges and high mountains carpeted in wild flowers in spring. We recommend this Greek island for holidays for families, groups and couples, and you’ll find our widest range of accommodation here, from luxury villas to charming small hotels.

The Ionian Islands: Corfu, Paxos, Lefkada, Meganissi, Kefalonia, Ithaca and Zakynthos

The Ionian Islands are many people’s idea of the classic Greek Islands holiday, floating in an irresistibly clear blue sea. These are the landscapes of the Durrells, with hillsides clad in silvery olives and fragrant pines, and craggy coastlines perfect for pottering along in search of a private picnic spot. Each island in this stunning archipelago has its own identity and charm: explore UNESCO-listed Corfu Town and its luxury villas on the north east coast, or tap into the exclusive tranquillity of Meganissi. If you love that tiny island feel, then Paxos is your Greek Island go-to, surprisingly sophisticated in the peak summer weeks, but dreamily peaceful in spring or autumn. Ithaca is authentic, romantic and just big enough to keep all ages active on the water or inland. For a Greek Islands holiday with children, top of our list is Lefkada, with its easy short transfers and our highly rated villas with childcare. Families also love Kefalonia and Zakynthos, with the promise of a couple of teen-friendly little towns and the chance of spotting loggerhead turtles in addition to the pristine beaches and turquoise waters that are the essence of Greek Island holidays.

So much choice can sometimes be a challenge, so if you’d like help narrowing down your personal selection, just get in touch with our Greek Islands holiday experts or explore our Greek Islands guides.

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