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A summer jaunt to a Greek island is the stuff holiday dreams are made of, but there are so many to chose from - meaning it can be tough to plump for the right one. Here’s our guide to picking the perfect sunshine escape. The northernmost island in the Cyclades, Andros offers outdoor adventures and cultural experiences.

Hiking enthusiasts will revel in the diverse landscape with its mountainous villages, fertile valleys, waterfalls and gorges, leading to secluded beaches and abandoned chapels. The Andros Routes network of trails allows visitors to explore nature paths and stone-paved paths. Cycling is also a great way to explore the island with an extensive network of cycling routes featuring undulating trails, coastal paths and scenic lanes.



The island favourite offers a blend of natural beauty, outdoor activities, family-friendly amenities and food that everyone will love. Pick from the many hotels geared up for families with kids’ clubs and water slides like the Stella Palace Resort & Spa in Analipsi. When you feel like venturing out there are animal attractions such as Aquaworld Aquarium and Reptile Rescue Centre in Hersonissos and Cretaquarium near Gournes.

Head into the White Mountains and hike the dream-like Samaria Gorge which, according to legend, is the birthplace of Zeus. Try crowd-pleasing Cretan snacks such as kalitsounia – cheese pies drizzled with honey – and gamopilafo, an indulgent buttery risotto. Part of the Cyclades and sitting serenely between the .

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