All Inclusive Holidays in Greece, and Other Board Types

All inclusive Holidays in Greece, and other Board types

Getting There and around Greece

There are plenty of flights from the UK to Greece, and its islands are well served by both charter and scheduled flights. During the summer months many operators run daily flights. It is likely that your all-inclusive resort will have prearranged transfers from the local Greek airports to the resort, however it is important that you check with your chosen resort to see if this applies to them.

Many visitors take the opportunity to hire a moped, which are good value. If you do, make sure you get a good helmet, as wearing one is obligatory under Greek law. Island hopping is popular both with budgeting backpackers and luxury yachties.

Beaches in Greece

The all-inclusive resort is likely to have its own well-kept beach or pool but that shouldn’t stop you leaving the hotel in search of the other beautiful stretches of sand Greece has to offer. If you pick your island and resort carefully enough it's perfectly possible to avoid the crowds even at the height of summer.

Kefalonia and Sifnos are quieter and more laid-back. Santorini, with its spectacular submerged caldera (crater edge), is famed for its beauty and its beaches are great for families. However if you wish to be among the crowds there are plenty of clean and fun beaches at the main tourist destinations.

Sightseeing in Greece

If you fancy a day off the beach and discovering some of the deeper history that Greece has to offer then there are plenty of options available to you. For your local historic sights be sure to ask the reception at your chosen all-inclusive resort. If you’re after archaeology then head to Athens, and drink in the magnificent ancient Acropolis, Parthenon and National Archaeological Museum.

Another sight the is highly recommended is Crete's Royal Palace of Knossos which was discovered 100 years ago and gives visitors a fascinating insight into life in 2000 BC. Other Minoan sites on Crete include Phaestos, Malia, Gournia and Agia Triada.

Eating and Nightlife in Greece

Your all-inclusive resort is likely to offer a wide range of local and European cuisine. Most all-inclusive resorts will have buffets with the food ranging from the local Greek fish and meat to the more tested traditional foods of English origin such as English breakfast and roast dinners, so the comforts of home are not quite left behind.

If you're in Athens, head to the picturesque Plaka area where you'll find a number of reasonable tavernas. Of course, most touristy beach resorts cater for Brits who prefer to stick to English fare, with pubs and restaurants doing fry-ups for breakfast and a roast on Sundays.
Given that many 18-30s are on holiday in Greece to get drunk, dance all night and bake in the sun all day, there are plenty of places to incorporate all three into your one or two-week beach break.

For a memorable cultural evening, visit one of the numerous summer festivals, such as the Athens Festival, which takes place in June/July, and Rhodes's Cultural Summer, between June and September.

Greece Shopping and Family Attractions

Greece isn't the place to come if shopping is one of your main pastimes. Yes, you'll find some delightful local handicrafts such as leather goods, pottery, jewellery and woven bags, but it's not like Spain, where high-street stores like Zara and Mango are great for bargains.

Mykonos is probably the exception, and the trendy designer boutiques boast cutting-edge fashions without the bargain element. Gourmets can stock up on good-quality, fair-priced olive oils and there are also nice natural soaps and sponges on offer.

There are numerous water sports on offer in beach resorts, many of which will be suitable for all ages. Horse riding, hiking and bird watching are also popular. 
More populous resorts have built water parks to cater for families. These include Aqualand and Hydropolis in Corfu, The Water Park in Faliraki, Rhodes and Acquaplus near Hersonissos in Crete.

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