This year, we're looking to Patmos, in the Aegean Sea, a UNESCO World Heritage Site home to authentic villages, pristine beaches, and one of Europe’s most important pilgrimage sites.

Discover Patmos, Greece, a peaceful island with a sacred past, where serene beaches, historic monasteries, scenic coastal walks, and authentic local culture come together to offer travelers a tranquil ...

Editor’s Note: This story was originally published in 2018. It was updated and republished in March 2024 in tribute to its writer, John Malathronas, who died in February. Malathronas was a regular ...