Greece and Greek Islands
The ancient country of Greece, has an amazing array of beautiful islands set throughout the Aegean and Ionian seas. Often termed the cradle of Western Civilization or the birthplace of democracy it is where the Olympic Games first began. Step back in time to marvel at its ancient temples. Wile away the hours on one of it’s magnificent beaches or visit some of the charming islands.
Hotel Grande Bretagne, Athens 5*
Set in the center of the city and features views of the Acropolis and the original Olympic Stadium. The 5-star hotel houses a spa, an outdoor pool, a fitness studio, a hot tub and a rooftop terrace with a restaurant and garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
EverEden Beach Resort, Athens 4*
This resort uniquely sits amid a lush pine tree forest. It also boasts an accessible entrance to a private, “blue flag” beach, hikes and outdoor excursions, a fully accessible lobby, indoor and outdoor pools, and opportunities for you to dive and canoe throughout the Saronic Gulf.
Oasis Hotel Apartments, Athens 4*
This hotel offers a range of suites and apartments. The entrance is at street level, with step-free access through automatic doors. It leads directly to the lobby and 24-hour, standing front desk. The outdoor pool also has step-free access via a ramp. Free wifi is available.
Melidron Luxury Hotel & Suites, Naxos 3*
This beachside refuge offers world travelers a stay only 2 minutes from Agios Prokopios beach. With additional luxury amenities like ramped entrances and a pool and hot tub, this hotel provides a must-have experience in a charming beachside setting.
Greek Island Holidays
Bees Knees Retreat, Kefalonia
Situated on the edge of the quaint little village of Pesada and just 20 metres from the beach, Bee’s Knees Retreat is nestled in a pretty, countryside setting and enjoys magnificent views.
Avithos Resort, Kefalonia
Consisting of seventeen buildings, Avithos is a 4 star hotel with a unique character. This family friendly property offers self-catering accommodation that varies from studios to apartments.
Blue Sea Holiday Village
Close to one of the prettiest beaches in Rhodes this brilliant All Inclusive hotel offers a memorable h
Corfu
Corfu is one of the best places to visit if what you dream of are days spent by the sea.
Twenty of the island’s beautiful beaches are equipped with floating wheelchairs, which can easily be moved in and out of the water. One beach has a solar powered Seatrac system and at least two have well-maintained ramps.
Kythnos
This is one of the lesser-known islands so it tends to have fewer crowds and is a relatively short ferry ride from Athens.
The diving school AquaKythnos run by Manthos Marras, Greece’s first disabled scuba instructor has a boat that takes you to the various accessible diving spots around the island.
Crete
The city of Rethymno, like the other cities on the island, features the perfect combination of cultural heritage and beautiful beaches, and much of it is accessible.
Many parts of Rethymno’s famous Blue Flag-awarded sandy coastline are equipped for wheelchair users, and feature lifeguards and accessible bathrooms.