Popular summer holiday spots in the Greek Islands for a Spring Break

Spring is a graceful season to visit Greece. Visitors who come to this country for their spring holidays enjoy the warm temperature, crowds and blossoming gardens. Buds are swelling and flowers are blooming just in front of your eyes. Sleepy turtles are getting out after hibernation and amount of lizards basking in the sun increases gradually. There are beautiful locations in the country, transformed into flowery oases in springtime.

Astypalaia: This is a small island and its shape looks like a butterfly. There is plenty to do and see in and around the island. Astypalaia Island looks very charming with the picturesque architecture of Chora, the traditional windmills and the relaxing beaches. The beaches are usually well-kept and equipped with umbrellas and sunbeds.

Athens: Athens, a marvellous island in the Saronic Gulf, is a historic city and capital of Greece. Athens is probably the one city that has changed the most in recent years. The city is considered to be the birthplace of Western civilization. It is a vivid city of culture, where the streets have as much to show for as the monuments. Athens is the living and breathing image of this happy and joyful spirit!

Corfu: Corfu is a popular attraction for families and individual tourists but also offers interesting cultural opportunities. It is also one of the most elegant island capitals in the whole of Greece.  You will be enchanted by wildflowers, cypress trees, olive trees and many sandy beaches.

Crete: Crete is known for its diverse terrain, which ranges from sandy beaches at Elafonisi to the mountains. If your holiday to Crete is all about for the rush of fun, then you will not be disappointed. Crete has a thousand faces for each and every tourist, the nature lover, the lover of history and culture.

Mykonos: The most famous island in the Aegean and the most popular destination in Greece for all type of travellers. Mykonos Island is located in the centre of the Cyclades complex. It is famous for the cosmopolitan environment, exciting nightlife and the stunning beaches that make your holidays to Mykonos simply splendid.

Naxos: Life on Naxos centres around the Hora, where most of its bars, restaurants and shopping spots are concentrated. Naxos Greece is famous for the exotic beaches, ideal for families and romantic couples. Plaka, Agios Prokopios and Mikri Vigla are among the most beautiful beaches on the island. The western coastline is ideal for wind and kite surfing due to the strong winds that blow there in the afternoon.

Santorini: Santorini isn't a mystery, it attracts crowds and wears tourism crown well. Santorini is the best place in Greece and among the most romantic destinations in the Greek islands. Amazing villages have been constructed on the edge of this caldera, with Cycladic architecture and breathtaking a view of the sea. Santorini Greece is also famous for the romantic sunset, the volcano and the luxurious resorts.

Thessaloniki: This city is bustling with life and movement. Large avenues, parks and squares provide nice green spaces and trees line the commercial streets. The city is also known for its great cuisine. No one can resist the tasteful sweets, delicious pies or numerous taverns that offer speciality Greek dishes. No one can resist a town like Thessaloniki! During the summer months, you can visit the nearby beaches of Perea, Nei Epivates, Agia Triada, NEA Michaniona and Epanomi.