Getaways on Secluded Greek Islands
Some of the best destinations in the world are in the Greek Islands, where the combination of breath taking scenery, beautiful beaches and fascinating history provide unforgettable holidays. Resorts in Corfu and Crete are popular because they offer a mix of all inclusive services that appeals to visitors looking for relaxed yet scenic getaways.
Corfu is in the Ionian Sea and has a rich history owing in part to its location on the north western frontier of Greece, as well as in Greek mythology, as its Greek name, “Kerkyra”, is related to Poseidon, god of the sea, and Asopos, which is a Greek river. It has recently become a popular tourist location, particularly in the south of the island, where beaches and nightclubs are surplus in places like Kavos. Acharavi in the north offers a lazy, more relaxed outlook on life for those who prefer quiet evenings enjoying local cuisine in the tavernas.
Crete is the largest island in Greece in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, in the southern part of the Aegean Sea. It’s also a centre of the country’s cultural heritage, and yet with unique local traits, having once been the home of the ancient Minoan civilisation. Malia in the north is a big tourist attraction, where sea, sand and cocktails are on the menu every day, while Aghios Nikolaos is similar but slightly lower key, and Rethymnon is great for family holidays.
Have a look at options for Greece all inclusive holidays on islands in the Aegean, Ionian and Mediterranean seas.
Experience a Melange of Shopping Experiences in Sydney
Australia may seem like a long distance away, but if you stay for several weeks it is well worth all that inflight entertainment. Sydney is a hub where you can really appreciate all things creative from fashion to music and art, attracting international talent. Ocean beaches will leave you refreshed while the harbour is a great asset and a place where you will feel you can leave the stresses of your daily routine behind you.
Retail therapy is on offer around the city, and you can combine this with a look at some of Sydney’s historical sights. The Queen Victoria Building (QVB) is a high-Victorian building which was at one stage in danger of demolition. Restored in the mid-1980s, 200 speciality shops are now thriving in a centre where original features include the wrought-iron balconies, Byzantine dome, mosaic floors and stained glass shopfronts. Lovers of architecture could spend hours in admiration here and surprisingly the shopping might even take a backseat. However from designer fashion stores to local jewellers, you can pretty much find anything you want to take home.
Queen Street is a refined, tree lined avenue where summer chestnuts hang from the branches – a must for those looking to source some unique antiques. An upmarket village feel pervades; people sit outside delis in the sunshine and you can take your time on those long hot days. Artisanal glassware sits alongside silk cushions, the fashion is sophisticated and there are many individual pieces to be collected – you could even find that perfect wedding dress.
Something a little more causal can be discovered at the Rocks Market where 150 stalls sell all sorts of items from faux Aboriginal art to fossils and opals – if you are a tourist looking for some souvenirs this could be the place for you.
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