GREECE

Famous for its grand legacy of chaos, drama, tragedy and democracy, Greece is a country steeped in culture and tradition. From the dim glow of Athens to blindingly bright islands, ancient fragments abound - the belly button of the cosmos at Delphi, fallen columns galore on the sacred island of Delos , Crete 's Minoan palaces and even the possible remnants of Atlantis at Santorini .

While the Greeks are fierce guardians of tradition, that doesn't mean they don't know how to have fun. The hot sun and calm seas conspire to make Greece a perfect place to relax. Whether you're supping in a beachside taverna, sipping coffee in a shady plateia or disco-dancing till dawn, chances are you'll be living like a god - and looking like one by the end of the day!