Navagio
Beach · Ionian Islands
Greece
"The focal point is the hulking, weathered hull of a freighter that ran aground in the early 1980s and now sits in the middle of a crescent bay a few yards from the tideline. Sheer cliffs surround the cove, so it’s only accessible by boat; numerous local providers run trips, creating a steady summer stream of visitors (access can be limited when work is underway to prevent landslides). The rusted ship set against bright-blue Ionian waters and bone-white sand creates a striking, must-see sight." - Lila Harron Battis Lila Harron Battis Lila Harron Battis is a writer and editor. She was previously a senior editor at Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines
"Zakynthos is an island in the Ionian Sea that offers a quieter alternative to Santorini and Mykonos, with quaint towns and less boat and cruise traffic."
"Home to Navagio Beach, the Ionian Islands offer peace on Paxos and stunning views on Zakynthos. Explore towns and beaches like Navagio and see the MV Panagiotis shipwreck." - Andrea Romano Andrea Romano Andrea Romano is a writer and editor in New York City. For the last eight years, she has been a lifestyle journalist for Mashable, Brit+Co, Reviewed, Bustle, and Travel + Leisure. Travel + Leis
