Top 15 Beaches in Greece 2016

One of the leading magazines of the tourism industry, “Travel and Leisure”, praises with an article published a few days ago, the marvelous beaches of not only the Greek islands but also the mainland.

“No other beach destination in Europe, and perhaps the world, has the charm, the majesty, the history, and the sheer sexiness of Greece”, says the article.

The list includes:

Navagio (Shipwreck) Beach, Zakynthos

One of the most photographed beaches in Greece and reachable only by boat, Navagio Beach amazes with its stunning pristine sands and the turquoise waters.

Lia Beach, Mykonos

This sandy beach offers an exquisite place to swim, sunbathe and enjoy traditional Greek cuisine, away from the noise of the party scene of Mykonos island.

Kapari Beach, Mykonos

Although reaching this beach can be quite challenging, the quiet and warm waters will definitely repay you.

Psarou Beach, Mykonos

A beach for partygoers, Psarou offers not only club tunes while swimming but also turquoise, shallow, and clear waters.

Ftelia Beach, Mykonos

For reaching this remote beach a rental car is needed.  Its clear waters are wonderful for swimming, but it is also preferred by windsurfers

Agios Sostis Beach, Mykonos

One of Mykonos' more remote sandy beaches; away from the glamorous lifestyle of Mykonos Chora this beach is unique for those who want to reconnect with nature.

Paliochori Beach, Milos

A less busy island than Mykonos and Santorini has some 80 beaches to explore; Paliochori, one of the most stunning beaches of Milos, offers clear waters and a golden beach.

Triades Beach, Milos

Recommended for adventurous types, Triades beach offers a beautiful white sand beach to trek on, as well as several sea caves to explore.

Sarakiniko Beach, Milos

Sarakiniko beach seems to be otherworldly, almost lunar-like because of its polished white boulders, made of volcanic rock, which contrast with the shallow turquoise waters.

Vagia Beach, Serifos

With a panoramic vista of the Aegean, Vagia offers waters that shift from blue to green and a wonderful sandy beach.

Fragos (Simos) Beach, Elafonisos

A haven for windsurfers and beach purists, Simos is one of Greece's most stunning sandy stretches, being actually two beaches in one.

Elafonisi Beach, Crete

One of the pink coral sand beaches of Greece, Elafonisi is located on the southwest side of Crete; it is a tiny islet as well as a protected nature reserve.

Apantima Beach, Antiparos

One of Greece's best-kept secrets, Antiparos offers a picturesque beach which has hosted many celebrities that seek some relaxation on a remote resort.

Kolymbithres Beach, Paros

Paros is one of the most beautiful and unique Cycladic islands. This particular beach, with its warm, aquamarine waters calls you to a trip to relaxation.

Voidokoilia Beach, Messinia, Peloponnese

According to Greek mythology, this beach was the spot where King Nestor welcomed Odysseus' son, Telemachus, who was searching for his father. The traveller of today can find beautiful natural attractions to explore.

If what you look for is paradise on earth, then a visit to those beaches will assure you that this place really exists!

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http://www.travelandleisure.com/slideshows/best-beaches-in-greece?iid=sr-link5