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What if every evening ended with a sea-view sunset across the Aegean?

In the tranquil setting of Fanes, northern Rhodes, these villas redefine island living. A limited collection of nine villas with sea and sunset views, less than 2 km from the beach, 20 minutes to the airport, and a quick drive to Rhodes Town. Set on a hillside plot, on the edge of Fanes Village, each villa is positioned to make the most of the natural light, views, and privacy on the west coast of Rhodes. The plot is flanked by patches of greenery, further enhancing the sense of serenity.

One of Greece's unparalleled advantages is the bounty of islands it offers, with countless places to explore, all set against the backdrop of the endless blue sea. However, figuring out where each of these islands is located can be tricky. The purpose of this guide, therefore, is to provide a simple and easy-to-understand overview of Greece's island groups.

Among Greece's greatest charms is its wealth of islands. There are so many to discover, each one surrounded by the deep blue of the sea. What many people might not know, is that there are a few of them where cars are not allowed.

As UNESCO recently announced, Mount Olympus – also known as the Home of Ancient Greek Gods, or Greece’s highest mountain – has been added to the list of World Heritage Sites. Of course, Greece welcomed the news with a wave of euphoria, as Mount Olympus is widely recognized for its cultural and natural significance.

Crete ranks first among the preferred destinations of foreign holiday home buyers this year. According to data collected from our client base, during 2026, one-third of buyers chose Crete for the purchase of a holiday home. These buyers mainly come from Western European countries, such as the Netherlands, Germany, Belgium, France and the United Kingdom. It is also noteworthy that 76.6% of prospective buyers plan to proceed with the purchase of a holiday home within the next 12 months, while half of that percentage, or 38.3% of the total, intend to move forward within the next six months.

Moving your life to Crete is entirely achievable, and it's open to anyone in principle. What changes is the process: your nationality, how long you intend to stay, and your personal circumstances all play a part. Emigrating to Crete is possible, though it means navigating visa rules, residency permits, and legal obligations that differ significantly between EU and non-EU citizens. EU nationals benefit from freedom of movement, while non-EU citizens typically face more paperwork and longer processing times.

International investors have been paying closer attention to Greece for a few years now. Keeping up this pace, new survey data shows just how far that attention has grown. Greece has moved into first place among institutional investors targeting hospitality assets in Europe. More specifically, it has overtaken Italy, Spain, and France, the countries that traditionally led this ranking.

More and more buyers from the United States and Canada are looking to fulfill their own "Greek dream" by purchasing a holiday home in Greece. According to our data, demand from these two markets increased by 50% during the first half of this year, establishing an entirely new trend in Greece's holiday home market.