A jewel of an island in the Ionian Sea, Lefkada is famous for its dense forests and array of world-famous beaches. Lefkada is widely considered one of the best beach destinations in the world, with the likes of Kathisma, Porto Katsiki and Egremni regularly featuring in top 10 beach compilations and a loyal set of fans flocking to its shores every summer.

No surprises there. Its waters are clean and exotic (some of the best in the Ionian Sea), set against a wild backdrop of white vertiginous cliff faces that are carpeted in pine, olive, and fir trees. Lefkas Town is a natural centre for marine tourism, and the shops, bars and restaurants reflect that. The open sea coast offers fine beaches and Nydri and Vassiliki are ideal for watersports.