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Greece Travel Guides
Explore our travel guides to Greece which includes articles about its islands and its ancient ruins.
Immerse yourself in the cultural and culinary delights of this remarkable country. Discover diverse regions, from the vibrant capital city of Athens to the enchanting Greek islands with their azure waters and golden beaches.
Indulge in Greek gastronomy and experience the lively nightlife. Our travel guides provide essential information and inspiration for your unforgettable adventure in Greece.
Uncover the treasures of this Mediterranean paradise, from ancient wonders to idyllic landscapes, and create lasting memories in this captivating destination.
Mykonos or Naxos – which is better?
Naxos is the upcoming destination among the Greek islands. When people think of the Greek islands, Mykonos and Santorini tend to spring to mind - both of which are among our most popular destinations. And therein lies the problem.
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The Best Things to do in Greece
Greece is a destination with something for all travelers. From exploring ancient ruins to soaking up the sun on its many beautiful beaches, there are tons of fun and fascinating things to do in this stunning country. History enthusiasts will love visiting ancient temples and archaeological sites.
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Mykonos or Santorini – which is better?
Greece has around 6000 islands, and just over 200 of them are inhabited. Among them, Mykonos and Santorini stand out as the most popular destinations for luxury travel in the Greek islands. Combining these two with a couple of nights in Athens makes for a great luxury vacation itinerary.
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Folegandros Travel Guide: Greece’s Quieter Cycladic Island
Folegandros is the Greek island the tourist hordes have yet to discover. You won't have to form a queue if you want to watch the sunset. There are whitewashed villages, enormous Aegean views, swimming coves and long summer evenings, but no airport, no cruise terminal and none of the international nightlife that transformed Mykonos into a global party destination. Compared with Santorini, there are far fewer hotels, restaurants and sights competing for your attention.
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Gay Athens: The LGBTQ+ Side of Greece’s Ancient Capital
For years, Athens was somewhere you passed through on the way to Greece. You landed, spent a night near the Acropolis, perhaps squeezed in the Parthenon the following morning, then headed for the port or airport and the islands beyond. That's changing. Athens has become one of Europe's most interesting city breaks, which is a strange thing to say about a city that's been around for thousands of years.
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Gay Greece: The LGBTQ+ Island Guide from Mykonos to Lesbos
Greece has been welcoming gay travelers longer than most destinations have had the vocabulary to describe it. Ancient Greece was among the first civilizations to normalize male same-sex relationships, and that cultural thread, however transformed by centuries of Orthodox Christianity and conservative politics, never fully disappeared. In February 2024, Greece became the first Orthodox-majority country to legalize same-sex marriage, granting full marriage and adoption rights to same-sex couples.
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Cyclades vs Ionian Islands: What’s the Difference?
Greece has an islands problem, and it's a good one. There are more than 200 inhabited ones to choose from, spread across two very different archipelagos, each with its own character, landscape, and pace. If you're trying to decide between the Cyclades and the Ionian Islands, the honest answer is that they're not really competing.
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How We Vet Hotels for LGBTQ+ Clients
At Out Of Office, we do not rely on brochures or generic reviews. Every hotel we recommend has been carefully considered through years of firsthand experience, client feedback, and trusted relationships on the ground. Finding the right hotel is about more than five-star ratings. For LGBTQ+ travelers, it is about feeling genuinely welcome. Here is how we vet every property before we recommend it. We see it for ourselves Whenever possible, we visit.
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Planning Your First Trip to Europe
For many Americans, a first trip to Europe is more than a vacation. It is a milestone. It might be something you have dreamed about for years, researched endlessly on Instagram, or talked about as a someday trip that finally feels within reach. It can also be overwhelming. Europe is not one destination. It is dozens of countries, languages, cultures, and travel styles packed into a relatively small area.
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Why LGBTQ+ Travelers Are Falling for the Athens Riviera
Not long ago, most LGBTQ+ travelers treated Athens as a quick stop. See the Acropolis, grab some souvlaki, then head straight to the islands. Mykonos, Paros, and Santorini waited with the promise of blue-domed romance and unapologetic gay nightlife. But something is changing just south of the Greek capital.
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Move Over Mykonos: Discover Greece’s Rising LGBTQ+ Destinations
For decades, Mykonos has claimed its throne as Greece's unquestioned gay capital. The island's nightclubs throb until sunrise, its beaches fill with beautiful people, and its streets buzz with the kind of cosmopolitan energy that occurs when the upwardly mobile congregate. In recent years, Mykonos in summer has become something of a caricature of itself: overbooked, overpriced, and overshadowed. Greece itself has undergone a seismic cultural shift.
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Best Luxury Villas in Mykonos for LGBTQ+ Travelers
Mykonos is home to many exceptional luxury villa rentals perfectly suited for LGBTQ+ travelers and groups, combining world-class accommodations with easy access to the island's gay scene. The best strategy is booking villas in the Elia Beach area, which gives you proximity to the main gay beach and stunning luxury properties, while Mykonos Town locations offer immediate nightlife access.
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How Mykonos Became Europe’s Billionaire Playground
What transforms a barren Greek fishing village into a destination where billionaires routinely spend €39,000 on a single bottle of champagne? The answer lies in one of tourism's most remarkable metamorphoses. A story of strategic celebrity endorsement, visionary infrastructure investment, and the relentless pursuit of exclusivity that has created Europe's most audaciously expensive vacation spot.
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How Mykonos Became the Gay Capital of Greece
Greece's shimmering Cycladic island of Mykonos is one of Europe's premier LGBTQ+ destinations, drawing over 30,000 gay travelers annually to its beaches and legendary nightlife. But this transformation from a quiet fishing village to the crown jewel of Mediterranean gay tourism didn't happen overnight - it was forged through a convergence of celebrity influence, economic pragmatism, and perfectly timed cultural shifts that began over 50 years ago.
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Tours through Greece
Classic Greek Island Hopping: The Highlights
Tailor-made VacationExperience the perfect mix of history and relaxation on this indulgent luxury island-hopping adventure through Athens, Mykonos, and Santorini on one of our most popular trips. Over eight days, this deluxe itinerary allows you to uncover ancient Greek ruins, explore cosmopolitan islands noted for their vibrant LGBTQ+ scenes, and unwind in ultimate style amid volcanic islands and azure Greek seas. Your personalized journey begins in the cultural heart of Athens.
11 days tailor-made from $5,160 per person View trip
Explore Ancient Greece
Tailor-made VacationTake a step into Ancient Greece on this eight-day luxury Greece history tour. You'll travel from Athens to Delos and beyond, visiting archaeological sites, captivating museums, and ancient relics alike. Our tailor-made itinerary provides a fascinating glimpse into this ancient civilization alongside indulgent hotels, each sporting a classical, heritage feel. In Athens, you can explore the famous sightseeing spots alongside an expert historian guide.
8 days tailor-made from $4,505 per person View trip
Ultimate Luxury Greece: Athens, Mykonos & Santorini
Tailor-made VacationThis is the most luxurious way to experience Greece, combining Athens, the Athens Riviera, Mykonos, and Santorini with some of the country’s best hotels, private guides, yacht transfers, and seamless logistics. You’ll stay at Hotel Grande Bretagne in Athens, Four Seasons Astir Palace on the Riviera, Bill & Coo in Mykonos and Canaves Oia in Santorini.
10 days tailor-made from $13,060 per person View tripWe know where you will be welcome, and where to take more care.
This was my first time experiencing bespoke luxury travel, and I have to say, I'm not sure I'll ever go back to basic holidays.
Jane. C
I had a truly life-changing trip to Greece all thanks to Out Of Office. From start to finish, the team were on hand to make everything as easy as possible.
David. C
We traveled to Santorini and Naxos and Out Of Office made sure we saw the highlights wherever we went.
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For every booking made with Out Of Office we commit to planting trees in your name to help reduce the impact of travel on future generations. You'll even get a link to see where your trees are planted in the world via our partner Ecologi.
We donate to Rainbow Railroad with every booking
Rainbow Railroad helps LGBTQ+ people escape state-sponsored violence and persecution. A donation goes with every trip we sell, funded by us and never added to your price.
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