Olives, feta and cherry tomatoes, you already feel the taste in the mouth of the classic Greek salad, seasoned with a string of olive oil and a pinch of salt, very good in Italy, but even better if eaten in its country of origin, Greece. You can not count on the fingers of two hands the places you should visit in order to fully know the culture of Greece and the greatness it has had over the centuries, but today we propose you 5 islands to be seen this summer!
CORFU
We begin with one of the most touristic Greek islands, but also the most beautiful naturalistic ones: Corfu. Even though summer can be "crowded", you can always have fun looking for some hidden coves and shores to pick up some peace moments.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN CORFU
We also want to suggest some budget accommodation in Corfu, here they are:
Pink Place Hostel: Just 5 minutes from the beach, this hostel is family-run, not far from the center of Agios Gordios, which, if reached by car, strikes the mountain scenery surrounding it. Prices starting from €18 per person, per night.
Corfu Backpackers: closely linked to the previous one, this hostel offers the same type of services as well as the shuttle to and from the airport, from 6am to midnight. Prices starting from €18 per person, per night.
SANTORINI
Famous for its white houses and beaches, Santorni is the island for those who want to enjoy a romantic trip with their own half. We suggest you to visit the city of Oia, spectacular for the surrounding landscape and for the most photographed blue dome in the world. Yes, exactly, you find it right here!
WHERE TO SAY TO SANTORINI
Also for the island of Santorini we would like to advise you on some hostel where to sleep low cost.
Fira Backpackers Place: just a few minutes from everything you can see in Santorini is this hostel that, in its simplicity, offers everything you need. Prices starting from €30.
Anny Studios Perissa Beach: With a great rating (95%)! These 29 apartments and dorms are a great place to stay in Santorini. Prices starting from €23 per person, per night.
CRETE
Maybe a classic, yes, but we can't talk about Crete, especially if you are a fan of corsari stories and pirates, infact you can visit here the fortress of Rethimno, built around 1573-80, of Venetian origin, or the Samaria's Gorges. If, on the other hand, you are more like a beach, here you are really spoiled for choice.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN CRETE
Rethymno Youth Hostel: a beautiful hostel located in the Venetian style village of Rethymno, surrounded by a network of lanes that hide wonders. The beautiful patio is a meeting place for all hostel guests, after sunset. Prices starting from €10 per person, per night.
Summer Lodge: This B&B is located on the edge of the city of Maleme, offering an outdoor pool with solarium, in short, a great starting point to visit the island. Rates from €14 per person, per night.
RODI ISLAND
Another very popular island for summer trips, the island of Rhodes is not far from Crete. The city lies within a 4-kilometer wall, here one of the seven wonders of the world stood: the colossus of Rhodes.
WHERE TO SLEEP IN RODI
Drolma Ling Center, prices from €9 per person per night.
STAY Rhodes Hostel, prices from €17 per person per night.
ZANTE'S ISLAND
If you are a nature lover and when you travel you go to discover and to look for breathtaking natural landscapes, then your choice can only go to the island of Zante, the southernmost Ionian island, famous for its landscapes and Its wonderful beaches.
WHERE TO SLEEP AT ZANTE'S ISLAND
Savvas-Demar Hotel: 10 minutes walk from the beautiful Laganas beach and 5 from the city center, this hotel features 2 swimming pools and a spa bath. It does not look like a backpackerS place, but the price proves the opposite! Rates from €14 per person, per night.
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