The Aegean and the Greek islands are among the 5 sun-soaked archipelagos sure to set off wanderlust, according to Virtuoso Traveler magazine, published by the largest luxury vacation network in the world, Vistuoso.
The article appears in the February / March 2016 issue and describes the Aegean archipelago as follows:
Aegean: The ur-archipelago, rich in history and myth.
These are the original islands: Not only did the word “archipelago” once denote the Aegean Sea itself, but its waters are so startlingly blue, they have a paint color named after them. Straddling centuries as well as countries, this region of more than 2,000 islands between Greece and Turkey is the birthplace of Western civilization, as shown by its numerous UNESCO World Heritage sites (medieval city of Rhodes, Corfu’s old town, the entire island of Delos, Patmos). And while the archipelago’s past is ever present, the views of its quintessentially Aegean Blue sea from the whitewashed buildings and cobblestoned alleys of celebrated Santorini, Rhodes, and Mykonos never get old.
Be There
Tour legendary cities and seafaring towns during a 14-day Aegean voyage with Seabourn. Sailing round-trip from Athens, the 450-passenger Seabourn Odyssey also calls in ancient ports such as Kusadasi (for Ephesus), Istanbul, Rhodes, and Mykonos. An on-board casino, spa, shopping, and full-service salon cater to downtime between landings.
Travel Tip
“A Greek Isles cruise offers a wide range of diversions in a moderate climate. For an active adventure, make an excursion to the Santorini caldera: You’ll take a boat ride through a lagoon before hiking past rock formations and lava fragments to the top of the volcano. It’s a must-do experience!”
The other four sunny archipelagos sure to set off wanderlust are the following:
- French Polynesia – Island dreaming with a French twist.
- U.S. Virgin Islands – Easy-breezy beach escape flavored with reggae and rum.
- Hawaii – Aloha spirit in the Paradise of the Pacific.
- Seychelles – Refuge of royalty – and Aldabra giant tortoises.
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