When someone mentions an island escape to Greece, what is the first thing that you think of? Whitewashed villages and blue domed churches? Volcanic cliffs overlooking crystal clear waters?

You and so many others. But what if there was another side to Greece’s islands? One that is equally striking but in a very different way. A verdant, elegant, and unexpected dimension that remains true to Greece’s timeless allure but at the same time revitalizes it.

That’s the Ionian Islands, Greece’s unsung paradise of lush landscapes, dramatic beaches, and cosmopolitan charm. 

And taking us there today as part of the final installment in Greece by Travelive’s series of advisor-picked, themed itineraries is none other than Director of Sales for Greece, Kostas Sourvanos, the man who probably knows more about Greece than anyone on Earth, and maybe even beyond it.

So, with that, Kosta, are we off to the Ionian?