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The gorgeous Mykonos is one of Greece’s most popular holiday locations and must-see destinations. It is easy to see why: it is an utterly stunning island dotted with pretty whitewashed towns, rich blue-coloured domed churches, cute tavernas, little boutiques and shops, trendy bars, donkeys carrying bundles up hillsides, and excellent spots to watch the incredible watercolour sunsets that put on performances above the island each night. If you want to get well and truly away from it all and enjoy the peace and relaxation that the slower pace of life on the Greek islands affords, then just find a vacation rental in Mykonos or a holiday rental in the South Aegean and either stay on the island or visit it for day trips.

While you visit the island, be sure to set aside some time to head to the Armenistis Lighthouse, a pretty and still-functioning historic lighthouse that offers one of the best and most heartrendingly beautiful views on the island. Located to the north-west of the island, above a homonymous bay, Armenistis Lighthouse was built after the wrecking of an English ship on the shores nearby in the 19th century, which left 11 crew members dead. It became apparent that something needed to be done to help prevent such tragedies from happening again in the future and, in 1891, a lighthouse was built.

While there is no shortage of wonderful beaches to choose from and great places to go splash around and have fun in the water in Greece, it can be nice to have some other options. If you have found a vacation rental in Kos, for example, you could spend a day at Lido Water Park.

Located in the Mastichari area, 25km from Kos' town center, Lido Water Park is one of the largest water parks in Greece at 75,000sqm in size. Home to excellent water slides, multiple swimming pools and lots of other outdoor pursuits and fun things to occupy you, it is a great place for a family day out that everyone can enjoy or a fun day trip destination for a group of pals.

Preveli is one of the most famous beaches in Crete; which is saying something in a place so renowned for its many lovely beaches! If you find a vacation rental in Crete, it is one of the best places to spend a perfect day out.

Located on the central south coast of the island, just a few kilometres from the monastery of the same name, it is an isolated, beautiful and romantic gem that can be reached by car, on foot, or by taking a boat from Plakias or Agia Galini. In the hotter months, walking might not be the best of ideas but buses run daily from Rethymnon town and one can get relatively close by car.

It is worth planning your trip carefully as, due to the fame and acclaim given to the beach, it can get very full of people in the summer months and receives thousands of visitors each year. However, if that doesn't bother you then, by all means, visit whenever you please!

The Gramvousa Peninsula is a peninsula that features two small uninhabited islands off the coast of an area in north-western Crete. If you have found a vacation rental in Crete, it is an impossibly beautiful stretch of coast and just begging to be explored!

As a whole, the area is full of things to see and do and all of it utterly picturesque and idyllic; make sure to bring your camera because you'll want to capture and remember it all! Between the coast and the islands, a lagoon named Balos Lagoon stretches out and it is an iconic beauty.

The perfect sandy beach, the clear warm turquoise water and the stunning surroundings all make for a charming sight to behold. Too many visitors can ruin it as the beach itself isn't actually that big but if you plan your visit early or late in the day or outside the high season for tourists (June to August), you'll find smaller crowds.

For many, Santorini is a dream destination. Few would need any real convincing to find a villa in the South Aegean and to go to this stunning and utterly picturesque place. However, if, for some reason, you still need convincing we have compiled a list of ten great reasons to plan a trip to Santorini. We discussed the first five in the last post and here are five more...just don't blame us if you immediately start organising a holiday!

6. The Animals

Santorini is already picture-perfect. If you add to this the cute critters all over the place, from cats and dogs to donkeys...well, it really is as pretty as a picture.

7. Food & Wine

Dining and wining is an important part to any holiday and Santorini offers some sensational, and very fresh, food and delicious local wines and beverages. There are also some excellent restaurants on the island. If you are a foodie, it is a great holiday destination!