Agia Marina Beach Aegina: The Island’s Main Sandy Resort Beach

The long sandy beach and shallow clear water of Agia Marina on Aegina

Agia Marina is the main sandy resort beach of Aegina and the most popular place to swim on the island. Lying on the east coast about fourteen kilometres from Aegina Town, it boasts the longest stretch of sand on the island. With shallow, crystal-clear water that makes it ideal for families with children. Fully organised, … Read more

Agios Nikolaos Beach, Hydra: The Island’s Big Blue-Flag Cove

Agios Nikolaos beach on Hydra, a large organised Blue Flag cove with sunbeds and clear water

Agios Nikolaos beach is the largest and best-organised of all Hydra’s remote beaches, a beautiful Blue Flag pebble cove on the island’s south-western coast. Set in a sheltered bay with clear, calm water, backed by pines and served by sunbeds, umbrellas and a snack bar. It offers a comfortable, full day at the beach in … Read more

Mikros Gialos in Lefkada: The Sheltered Pebble Bay near Poros

The sheltered wooded bay of Mikros Gialos near Poros on the south-east coast of Lefkada

Mikros Gialos is a sheltered pebble bay on the south-east coast of Lefkada, below the village of Poros and about 15 km south of Nydri. Its name means the small bay, and the shore is a curve of white pebbles washed by clear, calm water that shades from turquoise to emerald. The beach sits between … Read more