4Overlooking the Smaller Islands

Santorini, Corfu, and Crete are all wildly popular tourist destinations — and for good reason. The history, food, nightlife, and beaches on these islands are second to none, and visiting at least one should be on your list. That said, when crafting an itinerary with multiple island stops, make sure to throw in a few lesser-known, off-the-beaten-path spots.

Again, there is Milos or Paros, both of which regularly make appearances on Travel + Leisure’s best-of lists, but there are also places like Symi, a picturesque island home to fewer than 2,500 people. Here, visitors will find candy-colored homes dotting the craggy coastline.

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