Travel Articles: Greece

Often called the cradle of western civilization, Greece maintains a rich culture that has evolved over thousands of years and has influenced people throughout the world. With so much history and deep-rooted traditions, travel to this destination evokes a truly unique sense of cultural romance.

Summer is the high travel season in the Mediterranean. The best time to take a Mediterranean cruise, however, is in the spring (May-June) or fall (September-October).

A small ship cruise is one of the best ways to see and experience all that Greece has to offer. However, with so many options, travelers might find themselves overwhelmed when starting to plan a trip. Learning more about the most well known ports of call for a Greece cruise can help narrow down the best options for you.

Mother daughter foodie adventure on the Silver Moon in the Mediterranean

Discover the top 7 things to do and see in the Peloponnese Region and its Islands.

8-days to hike and explore three Greek Islands, during the beautiful springtime.

Beth and I share an adventurous spirit, we are fond of new places, experiences and mixing up the ordinary. We have had the the delight of sharing the world with our friends and family for the past 20 years. In total we have traveled to Baja, Cozumel, Greece, Patagonia, Costa Rica, Machu Picchu, Antarctica and the Galapagos with travel companion …

Read about my fantastic Adriatic cruise with Ponant!

The best time to take a cruise in Greece is between the late spring to early summer and autumn. During these months, the balmy Mediterranean weather is perfect for sightseeing in Athens and the Greek isles. Summer is better for swimming, but it also brings inflated prices, heavy crowds, and stifling hot weather.

The temperate climate of the Mediterranean makes it a delightful destination to visit on a luxury cruise. Coupled with explorations of historic cities and archaeological sites and plenty of active day excursions, from swimming and snorkeling in turquoise waters to hiking and biking around the ancient ruins and rolling valleys, you don’t have to travel beyond the ports to find a world of adventure.

The highlights and what to expect on the various Mediterranean cruises. This article also touches on the various destinations you can visit, some of Adventure Life's different ships, and benefits and drawbacks of trip lengths.

This buy one-get one 50% off deal from 2013 is a common offer for our Mediterranean cruises. Make sure to let us know which cruises you've got your eyes on and we'll keep you posted with all of the best deals and promotions.

Corfu is a fascinating island that has a history as diverse as it's landscape. The island's strategic location in the Ionian Sea made it a coveted prize for many ancient powers. The Greeks, Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, French, and British have all left their mark on this enchanting island, contributing to its unique cultural mosaic. The …

Santorini is as beautiful as I remember from 30 years ago. The concerns about over tourism are real and we had to wait about 40 minutes to board the cable car to the port. However, the walk along the caldera from Fira toward Oia was as lovely as ever. Within 5 minutes of leaving the busy town of Fira, the pathway cleared up and we only encountered …

Exploring the Greek Islands of Paros, Santorini and Naxos during the beautiful wildflower and lush spring season was a dream come true. Not only was I able to explore archeological treasures, dramatic landscapes, and delicious food, but our itinerary allowed us to hike through the small villages and explore lesser known areas.

Our journey began …

I highly recommend travelers consider exploring the beauty of the Greek Islands on foot, if you can take even a day to hike and explore the area outside of the main city or villages you will have a deeper appreciation for the beauty and uniqueness of this part of the world. I was fortunate to hike between 5-10 miles on Paros, Santorini, and Naxos, …

When people talk about traveling to Greece the options are endless, there are nine distinct regions in Greece, from the Aegean Islands to the Ionian Islands, historical Peloponnese, Central Greece, Thessaly and a few other regions. This just means that planning the perfect Greece trip requires plenty of time (if you want to see it all), or the …

It is a bit of a journey for us to get from Missoula to Athens. There was a seven hour layover before our 10 hour international flight, in all we were traveling for 23 hours. Our hotel was 20 miles outside of Athens right on the Mediterranean coast. We called ahead and asked the hotel to arrange for a taxi to pick us up from the airport. This …

Beth loves to swim. I’m more of a runner, but I’m willing to indulge. Beth has been to Europe once before and it was for this same swim trip. She loved the trip so much she had to incorporate it into this trip as well. We took a 5 hour bus ride from Athens to Lefkada, there are flights available, but we tend lean more toward budget …

As a very active traveler, whenever I plan my next adventures, I make sure to keep my days busy with explorative tours and activities. I absolutely loved my expedition cruises to Antarctica and the Galapagos Islands, which totally served the purpose of “making it exciting” and interesting.

Coming from this school, I used to look at …

Ponant played a big role in making this a solid 5-star life experience.

This luxury cruise operator offers a vast spectrum of beautiful itineraries in multiple areas of the world, from Europe to Antarctica.

Le Jacques Cartier is one of the newest boats of the Ponant collection, with a passenger capacity of 180, setting sail for the first time in …

A half-day navigation led us to the most popular city in the Ionian islands, Corfu.

Corfu has been prized for its natural beauty and for its strategic position as access to the Adriatic Sea. The Venetian influence is again very strong here and appears in a graceful blend with Greco-Byzantine architecture.

According to the legend, Odysseus landed …

Our last stop before reaching Athens was at Pylos, featuring a picturesque port that looks out onto the Navarino Bay. A big highlight here is the Palace of Nestor, dating from the 13th century B.C., globally recognized as the best-preserved Mycenaean palace in Greece.



Guests could then decide whether to visit the Niokastro Castle or the …

Today we could enjoy a last tasty breakfast overlooking the port, before having to disembark and explore Athens independently.



Thank you Ponant for this incredible Life Memory!