When most people picture Greece, they see the blue domes of Santorini, the club‑lit shores of Mykonos or the sweeping mass of Crete. But let me tell you a secret: the soul‑stirring magic of the Aegean and Ionian Seas often hides on much smaller specks of land that barely make it onto glossy brochures. Imagine drifting past sea‑sculpted caves off Paxos, paddling a kayak along Naxos’ silent coves, or clinking glasses on a private sunset cruise around Antiparos. Picture yourself gliding across the glowing lake inside Kefalonia’s Melissani Cave, or losing track of time in the slow‑motion villages of Ikaria. These are the islands where you trade queues for quiet, resorts for real life, and crowded promenades for crystal‑clear bays you might share only with a curious sea turtle. If you’re craving nature, peace, and a more personal experience, then it’s time to get off the beaten track and discover the most underrated Greek islands!
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