Greece: a land of rich history, stunning landscapes, heavenly beaches, and vibrant culture

Some of my time each day is spent learning about destinations that I've either never been to or destinations that I just want to learn more about. The more I know, the more I can help you with your perfect holiday. It is also fascinating and I'm so lucky that my job allows me - and provides me with the resources - to do this.

Last week my destination of choice was Greece.

This Mediterranean country is made up of over 6000 islands - only 227 of which are inhabited. There are so many different ways to experience this country: the home of democracy and one of the oldest civilisations in Europe (the oldest was the Minoan civilisation, which existed between 3,200 and 1,450 BC on the island of Crete). No matter what you are looking for from a holiday, Greece is definitely a destination worth considering.

Want a beach holiday? Did you know that no point in Greece is more than 85 miles from water? This gives you two options. You can stay at a beach resort and still travel to other inland destinations. Or you can split your holiday with some time inland and then its just a short drive and/or ferry ride to a delightful beach resort.

Are you more into the history and culture? Greece is home to 18 UNESCO World Heritage Sites and a further 14 are currently being considered for this honour. Philosophy. Theatre. The Olympics. Democracy. All of these played a major part in life in Ancient Greece and if you have an interest in any of these then there are places you can visit.

Looking for the sun? Greece has more than 3000 hours of sunshine (or 250 days) per year. This makes it one of the world's sunniest places.

Are you a wine connoisseur? Greece has more than 300 varieties of grape and has a wine making tradition that dates back to 4000 BCE. The Ancient Greeks even had a god of wine.

Are you a foodie? Greece is well-known for its healthy Mediterranean diet. Naturally, being an island nation, fish plays a large role here, and there is so much more than Greek yoghurt, Feta Cheese, Taramasalata, or Moussaka - as nice as those things are.

Are you a cruise lover? If a cruise line sails in the Mediterranean, then it will offer cruises that takes in at least some of the Greek islands along with Athens. The perfect way to island hop and get a taster of what this country can offer you, with fully guided tours on excursions to help you explore.

We have a number of hotels in Greece where we have built up a close relationship with, allowing me to add those personal touches and giving you the reassurance that you will be well looked after when you visit.

From the hustle and bustle of Athens, peace and tranquillity of watching the sunset on Santorini. Beaches, cities, fishing villages, vineyards, and 5* resorts. Greece has something for everyone.

I'm off to Greece later this year. As a teacher I taught Philosophy from ages 11-18, and theatre is one of my passions. I can't wait!