Best Reasons to Visit Greece & Why You’ll Love It!

In this post, you can discover the best reasons to visit Greece and why to choose the country as a destination for a relaxing (and super interesting) trip to Europe.

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If you are wondering about the real reasons for visiting Greece, I can easily think of quite a few. Ever since I was a kid, Greece has been a mystery. My dad did not read me fairy tales at bedtime but everything about Greek myths.

So, I grew up dreaming of Pandora’s vase and wishing to see Greece. Until I did, I fell in love forever. So much so that, a few years ago, I finally decided to move to Greece.

Still wondering if you should travel to Greece for your next vacation? Read on!

Why You Should Visit Greece Soon

Greece is one of the most popular holiday destinations in the world and one of the most beautiful countries. With an endless coast bathed by the pristine waters of the Mediterranean, the country enjoys mild weather and a long summer season compared to other European destinations.

Greece boasts unique and varied landscapes, from picturesque seaside villages to mountain hamlets and fantastic old towns. The country is great for summer and winter holidays, offering unique activities you can enjoy at any time of the year.

Reasons to Visit Greece

And if all those reasons still haven’t convinced you, you will only need to join a village festival with dance and music or try the spectacular local food and some fantastic Greek wines…

Need more reasons to fall in love with Greece? Read on!

Breathtaking Landscapes

The geography of Greece is as varied as you might imagine. All the rainbow colors have a leading role in the Greek palette. And it’s possible to find any landscape you want in Ελλάδα. I’m sure you’ve seen those pristine white roofs cut against ravishing blue skies.

And yes, that’s Greece too. But the Greek landscape doesn’t end there. Sunsets on the beach are as attractive as the high mountains of Crete.

More than half of Greece is covered with mountains, so there are caves, gorges, and hiking trails, as well as flat meadows, skiing resorts, and isolated plateaus. Besides, not everything is about the islands.

Even if many of them have turned into super popular holiday destinations in Greece, including Santorini, Mykonos, or Corfu, there are stunning landscapes to discover in mainland Greece as well, such as Nafplion and Epidaurus in the Peloponnese, of Pelion and Meteora in Thessaly.

All these things can be done without forgetting the extensive list of things to do in Athens, the capital of Greece.

Greece is the Perfect Place to Relax

The Greek way of life is usually relaxed. Problems? Sigà, sigà, will be the answer. Or better, take it easy!

The Greeks will certainly teach you that there’s no reason to worry whenever you have a problem you can’t solve. This is Greek philosophy at its best. What’s done cannot be undone, or so they say. Let’s enjoy life.

Locals everywhere in the country will tell you what they think or feel through simple gestures. And those will stick with you forever.

I love it when they thank you for something by putting their hand on their heart or when they say now, just slightly lifting their heads. When words are not needed, they won’t use them.

Greeks have also learned to enjoy the simple things: a cup of coffee, the beauty of the sunset, the joy of tasty Greek food, music, and family gatherings. All the rest comes and goes. Pleasures are baking bread, talking with friends, and walking by the ocean.

In Greece, take your time, disconnect the Wi-Fi, and connect with your inner self; everything invites you to do so. You will go back to your routine and feel better.

To Discover Philoxenia

Philoxenia is a Greek word you will only learn about if you visit Greece. It’s so deep in the people’s nature that it’s difficult to explain.

Philoxenia is enjoyed, and you will feel nostalgia for it when you are away. It relates to friendship towards the xeno, the foreigner, and the welcoming smile waiting for you at the airport upon arrival.

It’s a glass of ouzo with sweet grapes kindly offered after a meal. Greeks offer help when lost, in need, or a very difficult situation. 

Greece is a generous country with generous people. Locals take pride in welcoming visitors; the best compliment you can give them is saying so.

In return, you will get the best of what they have: Their best food, wine, and honest friendship.

To Travel on a Budget Greece

A holiday in Greece is by no means expensive. Accommodation is generally very affordable, and the norm says you usually get value for money.

When visiting Greece, the range of accommodation opportunities is immense. You can go on a once-in-a-lifetime luxury vacation or travel on a budget.

There are always cost-effective destinations, hotels, and attractions. Generally, prices for good food, fun activities for children, water sports, guided tours, and car rentals are also low.

Greece is still one of those places where it is not hard to find a good deal while still making a difference for the local community. Invest in buying local souvenirs and food and avoid international hotel chains or coffee shops.

You’ll get better prices, representing a valuable economic help for the communities. Also, remember that many of these communities make a living mostly thanks to tourism, which is a seasonal activity.

Sometimes, your holiday, stay, food or boat trip will generate an income to last all through the low season. By the way, do leave tips whenever you can. Those few euros mean the world to seasonal workers.

Fun Holidays in Greece

If what you are looking for is fun, you will also find it. A local once told me that life in Greece is about eating, drinking, and dancing. After seven years of life in Greece, I can’t help to agree.

Eating is all about great tastes but also about enjoying a table with family and friends, sharing whatever simple delicacy is around.

Even just a piece of cheese, some bread, good olive oil, and homemade wine. And everything comes with moderation.

Greeks enjoy their alcoholic drinks wisely and with unique timing. Usually, a glass of water comes with them. There are many myths about Greeks’ drinking habits being exaggerated, I’ve heard it many times, especially in Crete. Yet, I still have to see a drunk Greek around. I never did.

On many islands, partying goes hand in hand with Greek holidays. You have to choose the right spot, but there’s plenty of fun for all tastes.

Whether it’s extreme adventure sports or dancing all night in discos, pubs, or clubs, you name it, you have it.

What’s more, Greeks’ easy ways towards sex can make some of their destinations a paradise for gay couples as well as for people open to new experiences. Nobody will judge you wrong in Greece, freedom runs in their veins.

Greece for a Romantic Escape

Who has never dreamed of a wedding with a romantic background? Or even a dreamy honeymoon destination? Greece is perfect for both.

More and more couples are choosing Greece not only for their honeymoon trip but also for their wedding.

It can be a luxurious wedding in Santorini, a private ceremony on a yacht sailing the Aegean, or even a beach in Crete.

Greece is also ideal for a romantic getaway. Perfect for your first trip as a couple. Various activities, sports, sceneries, and proposals will suit everyone’s needs without compromising.

If you love to take pictures but your partner enjoys sunbathing, or if one is into shopping while the other prefers a more natural atmosphere, Greece has it all.

Moreover, is anything more romantic than watching a sunset by the sea? It will be a dream come true: You and he will enjoy a breathtaking landscape only seen in luxury magazines. Those landscapes are nothing but the truth when you are in Greece.

Family Holiday Destination

For those looking for family holidays, Greece is truly a paradise. There are some beaches where you can completely relax because they do not pose any risks.

Shallow and calm waters, as well as coves repaired from the wind, are almost everywhere. Check our list of beaches in Crete, Naxos, or Antiparos.

Endless extensions of white sands, such as Elafonisi,  seem to be just there for children.

Kids will play for hours, feeding bread to the fish, playing with the sand, or just learning to swim. Natural bays protected from big waves are little family paradises.

Of course, children will love Greek food. Treats such as delicious homemade French fries, unique varieties of cheese, and tasty seasonal fruit are among kids’ favorites.

Corfu, Crete, and Rodhes are good examples. The only way locals cultivate is bio—but not because it’s trendy—because that’s how it’s always been in Greece! Genuine vegetables taste good.

You can start the day with some rich Greek yogurt and honey. Is there anything better? And let’s face it: in some locations, kids are the true stars in some locations… Greeks adore kids and always go one step further to make them feel great.

Greece is the Right Place for Those Who Love History

Greece is a land of millennial culture and rich history. A place made of a past that can still be seen and felt almost everywhere you go. Not just in Athens, as many believe, but everywhere.

On each island, there are secrets and treasures from the past, and locals are eager to share them with visitors.

Old settlements, ruins, and windmills… but also impressive castles, museums, and archaeological sites from every historical period. Sometimes, there’s so much to see that it’s hard to choose.

Of course, visiting Athens can prove unique, but find cultural proposals everywhere, not just in Summer. Greeks love exhibitions, museums, and art galleries.

If you happen to visit on May 18th, Greece celebrates International Museum Day by opening every museum in the country, which anyone can enjoy for free.

But traditions are also part of the rich Greek past. Even if you visit an isolated mountain village, take your time to see how people bake, cook, or brew…

These everyday chores carry traditions and habits, and they are part of a culture passed on from one generation to another. 

Greece is The Place to Go for Foodies

Mediterranean cuisine is at its best in this region. Every part of Greece has its specialty and traditional dishes that are easy to appreciate and love.

However, as a general rule, when tastes are genuine, and the soil is generous, the result can only be luscious.

Mild weather, plenty of sunshine, and enough rain throughout the year are also key to Greece’s favorable agricultural panorama.

All of these combined are simply a feast!

The best olives will give you the best oil, and the best grapes will produce the best wine. The sea, the land, and the wise hands of the inhabitants—together, they produce a unique combination of flavors you will never forget and will long to take home with you.

And what is the best reason to come to Greece? To Get That Comforting Homeland Feeling!

There’s nothing to do about it when you are in Greece you feel at home. And it’s not just me saying so, it’s also hundreds of tourists I’ve met these years here in Crete.

They all agree on that… so I can’t be that wrong.

The Greek way to say “Welcome” is “Welcome home”. It may sound strange since their language is unique; it’s spoken almost only there…

So how could a place with such a different language be home if language is usually a defining part of one’s identity? Still, when you set foot in Greece, you feel at home.

Could it be because most Occidental countries set their roots in Greek history, culture, and traditions? Maybe… but then, how do you explain how Chinese, Japanese, Thai, or other more remote cultures also feel “at home” in Greece?

From Greece, we’ve inherited democracy, philosophy, ethics, theater, and many other things. A great part of our words is Greek, too.

Why is it that we love Greek music so much? We did not grow up dancing it… and who can stay still when watching that famous scene from the film Zorba?

Why is it that we love a culture that has evolved with time to become so different from ours?

Never mind the reasons. We’ve learned to love Greece for its culture, natural beauty, and picture-perfect landscapes. We’ve learned to feel happy and excited about our arrival, and we cannot wait for Greece to welcome us home.

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