IT WASN'T until the second half of the drive to Fiskardo that I began to realise why most people approach Kefalonia’s prettiest village by boat.

NO FRILLS but lots of thrills – that’s what you get aboard easyCruiseOne sailing around the wonders of ancient (and modern) Greece.

AS A certified cruise virgin, the notion of easyCruise Greece was an enigma.

THERE are not many hotels in the world where you can walk out of the balcony door of your suite and dive straight into a private swimming pool – on the third floor.

Crete is choc full of adventure

IT WAS well after dark and approaching midnight when I woke from a brief slumber in the back of the taxi.

WITH a welcome as warm as its climate and diverse attractions, the largest Greek island makes for a wonderful family holiday getaway.

ATHENS is an extraordinary city, both the capital of an industrialised nation and a major tourist destination with a history dating back more than three millennia.

SINCE the Olympics in 2004, Athens has earned its place as one of Europe’s hottest destinations. Paul Mansfield checks out the coolest places to stay...