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A beach on Kefalonia and the clear emerald blue Ionian Sea.

I went on a mission to find the best beach in the Greek Islands. Here’s what I found

I’m on my own Greek odyssey, propelled by a love of sand, sun and saltwater, and aiming to find the best beach in every port we visit.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
The Treasury (Al Khazneh) in Petra. Jordan.

Tripologist: Is Jordan a safe destination for solo women travellers?

Traveller’s expert Tripologist answers your questions. This week: female tourists in Jordan; family holidays in Singapore and Greece; is Airbnb legal in Barcelona?

  • by Michael Gebicki
Simple ingredients like bread, yoghurt, honey, and ryzogala (rice pudding) are the best way to start the day.

Tips for an authentic breakfast in Greece: Keep it simple and you'll be well rewarded

Things like yoghurt resemble nothing like the stuff you get in Australian supermarkets. They're a sensation.

  • by Brian Johnston
Tourists crowd walkways at Oia on Santorini as the sun sets.

Alternatives to Santorini: Three underrated Greek Islands without the crowds

The sunset was so beautiful I almost fell for the Santorini fantasy. Seconds later, I was elbowed in the face by an influencer.

  • by Edwina Hart
The old town of Nafplion in Greece.

Greek Islands cruise: Seeing Mykonos, Santorini and more without the hassles

Greek island idylls and a ship with all the creature comforts offers the best of both worlds.

  • by Kristie Kellahan
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Greece travel guide and things to do on the mainland: Beyond the islands

The Greek mainland is burgeoning with history, beauty and liveliness, from remarkable ruins to ancient streets buzzing with contemporary cafe society.

  • by Elise Morton
The Emerald Azzurra is cruising on a micro scale.

Emerald Azzurra: This micro-cruise will make you feel good to be small

This is how cruising should look. Small ships, low impact, maximum enjoyment.

  • by Ben Groundwater
Hiring a scooter offers you the chance to go off-piste from the cruise experience.

Corfu scooter tour: A guide to exploring one of Greece's most popular islands by Vespa

A scooter is sweet freedom. The chance to choose your own adventure.

  • by Ben Groundwater
Corfu is a large island with a huge amount to see and experience.

Corfu, Greece travel guide and things to do: Nine highlights

Corfu is a large island with a huge amount to see and experience.

  • by Ben Groundwater
People sunbathing by the beach in Nafplio.

Nafplio: Greece's most beautiful seaside town (on the mainland)

An excellent escape for travellers looking for the joys of coastal Greece without the crowds.

  • by Steve McKenna