SARONIC ISLANDS
The Saronic chain is the most accessible group of islands to Athens. If you want to experience the magic of the Greek Islands you may be surprised to know that you can reach Poros in less than one hour from the capital. You will find that many Greeks take short weekend breaks to the Saronic Islands. Each island is also very close to the Peloponnese mainland so if you hire a car you can visit legendary sites such as Mycenae, Nafplion, Epidavros and Arcadia.
HYDRA GREECE
Artists hideout and not a car to be seen on the whole island. The harbor, lined with 18th century mansions, presents a gorgeous horseshoe around which are dotted numerous cafes - sit and watch the world drift in and out on the ferries and the Flying Dolphins hydrofoils. Hydra has some excellent restaurants and remains one of the more up-market islands.