The Carrier guide to Greece: where will you travel to?

Stay at: The Danai 

The place for utter relaxation and all-important reconnection, the scent of lavender dances on the sea air in this resort, where passionate Greek hospitality meets ancient mythology. A definitive destination for foodies, award-winning options for fine dining are set to a backdrop of timeless grandeur on the Toroneos Gulf.  

Step out for: Touring the shores of Sithonia Peninsula 

Welcomed under the wings of The Bird — a luxury yacht exclusive to The Danai — sail the second peninsula of Halkidiki, stopping to spot local wildlife en route. Characterised by smooth lines and spacious sundecks, cruise in classic comfort before taking the plunge to snorkel, swim or paddleboard.  

Stay at: Mandarin Oriental Costa Navarino 

Sweeping panoramas of sea blue may steal the show from every angle, but it’s the ease of life here on Navarino Bay that we love most. A haven for travellers who value time to themselves, enjoy the private oasis of an earth-sheltered hideaway, paired with an attention to detail that appears almost effortless.  

Step out for:  Laid back e-biking at Gialova Lagoon

A birdwatcher’s paradise — and the only European home for the African Chameleon — Gialova Lagoon plays host to 270 species of winged wonders, including rare ospreys, imperial eagles and purple herons. Find pink flamingos striking a pose here in the winter months, and be sure to visit Voidokilia Beach, shaped like the Greek letter Omega. 

Stay at: The Island Concept 

Capturing the romantic radiance of Santorini on a luscious Cretan peninsula, a salt-tinged taste lingers at the tip of your tongue in this stay that plays by the rhythm of the sea. Cycladic shades of whites and blues bask in sparkling views from all sides, and al fresco dining leans towards local seafood. 

Step out for: Rustic mountain ranges 

Hidden among the heights of the Dikti mountain range, the Lassithi Plateau is Crete at its most authentic; its quaint collection of villages retaining their rustic charm. Pay particular attention to Psychro, one such village concealing the Dikteon Cave — a geological giant said to be the birthplace of the almighty Zeus.

Stay at: The Rooster 

Inspired by the rooster’s morning call, awake with the dawn in the bliss of simplicity. Laidback above Livadia Beach, step back to basics at this wellness resort where farm to fork cuisine nourishes the art of relaxation. Here, a less is more ethos puts family and friends at the forefront. 

Step out for:  A taste of Paros

The home of Mediterranean hospitality, the Greeks really know how to cook up a storm. In a day spent learning from the locals, you’ll first visit an organic family-run farm to get a flavour for how ingredients are grown, before trying sweet spoon tasting, traditional Mezze and freshly brewed coffee. 

Stay at: Cali Mykonos 

Quite the revolutionary, Cali has succeeded in putting Mykonos on the map for more than just the clubbing crowd. In a sleepy corner of the island where the thump of a bass is a distant memory, wellness is the soundtrack to days spent beside possibly the largest pool on the island. 

Step out for: Idyllic island life 

Swap modern monochromes for authentic architecture to experience the real Mykonos. On this day-long excursion, first tour a traditional farmstead likened to a whimsical ‘Chorio’ or village. The journey then continues to the mountain tops, where an enchanting old house awaits — its courtyard set with a table of Myconian delicacies for a sunset soiree.