A few days in Athens, then a ferry to somewhere you’ve been dreaming about. Greece lends itself to trips that combine lively neighbourhoods and ancient sites with swims, village walks and lunches beside the water. Explore Crete’s varied coastline, find a favourite cove in the Cyclades or head inland for mountain villages and forest trails.

Our collection ranges from small Athens addresses with rooftop terraces to island hotels with shaded gardens and pools overlooking the sea. There are suites framing Santorini’s caldera, beach retreats for barefoot afternoons and mountain stays for cooler days. Give yourself time to enjoy the hotel too, whether that means breakfast with a view or a quiet afternoon before heading out for dinner.