Nothing can beat the beaches and islands of Greece. The Greek islands, such as Corfu, Crete, Mykonos, Rhodes and Satorini, are world famous as vacation destinations. But Greece also offers more than just sun and surf and visitors should not miss exploring and learning about Greek history and antiquities.

Most visitors will arrive to Greece via the international airport in Athens. Not only does the airport offer links from all major European cities, but Olympic Air, the national carrier of Greece, offers further links to the Greek islands and other major Greek cities. Use car hire in Greece to get to and from the airport and explore the rest of Greece.

A visit to Greece should include a combination of beach and city. Start with Athens, to visit some of the key attractions, such as the Parthenon and other historic sights. A visit to at least one archaeological museum is a must. If you only visit one museum, then go to the National Archaeological Museum in Athens. With cheap car hire in Greece, it head to other Greek cities, such as Thessaloniki and Patras.

Driving in Greece is easy. The country boasts excellent road networks and car rental in Greece is an easy way to self-drive. The major motorways are the E94, E65 and E55. There are plenty of beautiful coastal roads to enjoy and explore. The inland area of Greece is also well-connected to the major road networks. So are the islands, as most are connected by ferries.

Greece is also famous for its food, so make sure to sample the local fare. Make sure to try the Greek salad, moussaka, gyros and tzatziki. There are plenty of seafood and vegetarian dishes to choose from.