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Greece has lots of famously beautiful beaches; beaches where the sand is pale white and soft as cotton and the waters that lap against the shore are crystal clear and a shocking blue that seems too perfect for real-life. There are many excellent beaches in the area around the Aegean Sea, in particular, but if you have found a vacation rental in the North Aegean region and are looking for a beach that is both especially picture-perfect and a little bit tropical-looking, then you need to head right to Seychelles.

Seychelles, of course, is a stunningly beautiful country in East Africa but it is also the name of a beach on the island of Ikaria in the North Aegean Sea. Somewhat confusingly, it is often referred to as the “Jamaica of the Aegean Sea,” but gained both the real name and this nickname due to the especially rich blue colour of the water at the beach, which is enhanced by the white pebbles that line the shore and seabed and reflect the sun strongly, making the sea look an even more vibrant blue.

If you are looking to take in a fascinating medieval monument as well as some incredible panoramic views over the coast, go for a short but very gratifying hike, and then spend some time on a truly stunning beach and you have found a vacation rental in Peloponnese, then you need to head to the lovely coastal town of Pylos. This is where you will find the ruins of a 13th century fortress perched on a cliff called Old Navarino Castle and the utterly beautiful natural surroundings that you can admire as they unfold below when you reach the ancient building.

Navarino Castle was built in the strategic location in which it stands today in the 13th century by the Franks. It was positioned for observation and defence and endured centuries of attacks and sieges before being taken by the Venetians in the 15th century and then passing back and forth from Venetian and Ottoman control. Once Pylos Castle was built nearby, Navarino lost its significance and, over time, fell to ruin. It is known by locals as “Paleokastro”, “the old fortress,” and is a romantic ruin.

The more we look at Greece as a holiday destination, the more we find to fall in love with beyond great food, impressive ancient ruins, popular destinations, and stunning picture-perfect sandy beaches. There is a vast and verdant landscape to be explore, gorges to be traversed, rapids to be braved, resorts to be skied, trails to be hiked, and much more besides. If you’ve been thinking about holidaying in Greece, try to look beyond the regular tourist appeals and attractions and see a little more of the many lesser-known charms that visitors often miss. Prepare to have some adventures amidst all that relaxation and to make memories that last a lifetime because Greece is exceptionally beautiful and boasts a wonderfully diverse landscape that is just waiting to be discovered.

Take, for example, the hidden gem that is the mountain range of Taygetus, which is a must for those looking for some exploration and outdoor adventures and who have found a vacation rental in Peloponnese. Running 100km north to south on Peloponnese's central southern peninsula, it is a vast area to be explored and offers lots of different opportunities for walking, hiking and other outdoor activities. Compared to other mountain ranges in Greece, it is the wildest and most rugged with wild and towering limestone peaks rising from foothills dotted by gorges and covered in scrub, forests, and olive trees and groves.

The north of Greece is probably somewhat unlike the vision of the country that you have in mind. It is vast and lush and very green. It is full of endless forests, winding rivers, wide lakes, fertile valleys, craggy mountains, rolling hills, and stunning and varied landscapes. From tasting wine in vineyards to hanging out in naturally occurring hot springs and from hiking and skiing on snow-capped peaks to tackling river rapids, there are all sorts of adventures for all sorts of people that find a vacation rental in Central Macedonia. However, if you are looking for lots of adventure in just one place, then we recommend a day trip to the Nestos Adventure Park.

Around 30km from the city of Kavala is the Nestos National Park which is a nature reserve and an area around the Nestos River that is divided into the Nestos Gorge at Toxotes and the Nestos delta at Chrysoupolis. A place of particular natural beauty, you will find lots of special eco systems, a diverse flora and fauna, alluvial land, freshwater lakes and lagoons, river forests, open meadows, mountains and more. As a result, it is the perfect place to establish an adventure centre!

If you are either an avid or an aspiring climber and have found a vacation rental in the South Aegean, then a trip to the island of Kalymnos is an absolute must. It is said to have the highest concentration of sport routes anywhere in the world with 66 crags and 3,400 different routes to choose from, though this is only a tiny portion of possible climbs that have been marked and explored. One of the best climbing destinations in the world, it combines a wide range of types of crags and levels of challenge with the most extraordinary setting and views, making the whole thing a rather magical experience overall.

The climbing at Kalymnos is set in four different areas on the island, the largest concentration of crags and routes are above the villages of Myrties, Masouri and Armeos, the area around the villages of Arginonta, Skalia, and Emporios is also well-established, the routes on the island of Telendos are newly explored, while the southern part of the main island is the least developed.