• Introduction
• 1. Capri
• 2. The Hamptons
• 3. Greek Islands
• 4. London
• 5. Montreal
• 6. National Parks
• 7. New England
• 8. Russia
• 9. Scandinavia
• 10. Upper Peninsula

Greek Islands

Scattered in the sparkling Aegean Sea, the Greek Islands are a much-fantasized-about summer hotspot, with Europeans and Americans alike flocking to their dazzling shores for hedonistic fun in the sun. All the islands have something different to offer but no self-respecting island hopper can skip two of Greece’s most beloved: Santorini and Mykonos. The volcanic isle of Santorini is renowned for its magnificent scenery of white-washed houses and blue-domed churches, the lot of it accented by beaches of dark-red and black volcanic sands; backpackers and billionaires climb the steep winding road to the cliff-top town of Fira for postcard-perfect views. On the island of Mykonos, meanwhile, homage is paid to Dionysus – the Greek god of revelry. While Mykonos also has immaculate white villages with winding cobblestone streets, it’s the nightlife that draws visitors here; beach bars turn up the music as the sun sets and, before you can say oopah!, dancing and drinking takes over the sand. The party continues into the wee hours, with waterfront bars and hidden alcoves pouring plenty of ouzo as dawn breaks.

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