Corfu has all the typical qualities of a summer Greek island destination—a mild climate, turquoise waters, and secluded beaches. But what makes the island stand out above the idyllic others? Its architecture. Due to its rich history as a Mediterranean trading port, the Old Town of Corfu boasts buildings with Venetian, Turkish, and British influence. (The Neoclassical style, brought over by the English during their temporary rule of the island in the early 1800s, is particularly predominant in its squares.) In case you needed even more proof of its beauty: the town is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Margot Robbie, Dua Lipa, Tom Hanks, and Jeff Bezos are just some of the famous figures that have visited the Greek island of Sifnos over the past couple of years. The main draw? Its food. Nikos Tselementes, the chef considered the founder of modern Greek cooking, was born on Sifnos. (His 1950 tome Greek Cookery was the first Greek cookbook translated into English—and contributed to the cuisine’s now world-wide popularity.) Today, the culinary ethos lives on in restaurants like the beachside Omega-3, known for its fresh seafood; the romantic Bostani; and Cantina, which offers a zero waste menu. Meanwhile, Theodorou’s Sweet Shop is beloved for its Cycladic confections, including the Greek almond cookie amygdalota.
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