"Say the word "Greece," and most travelers picture whitewashed houses in Santorini, cliffside sunsets, Mykonos beach clubs, and prices that make your wallet cry. For years, the Greek islands have dominated the imagination. They're beautiful, yes - but they've also become some of the most expensive places in Europe during peak season. The mistake most travelers make is assuming that all of Greece is priced like Santorini."
"A couple traveling on $80-$120 a day can live comfortably - even generously - in many mainland cities and towns. The islands get the fame, but the mainland has the range. In a single week on the mainland, you can experience: Few countries on earth pack this much variety into such a small landmass. The islands are beautiful - but they're variations on a theme. The mainland? It's a whole world."
Greece's mainland offers diverse regions such as Thessaloniki, Peloponnese, Epirus, Macedonia, and central Greece with beaches, ruins, hikes, and cultural sites. Hotel rates commonly range $40–$70 for family-run properties and $60–$100 for boutique or upscale stays, with luxury options still markedly cheaper than island equivalents. Buses and trains are inexpensive and reliable, and rental cars often cost about half of island rates. Travelers can spend 30–60% less by staying on the mainland. A couple on $80–$120 per day can live comfortably or generously in many mainland towns. The mainland delivers broader variety than the islands.
Read at Wander With Jo
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