DISPATCH: KASTELLORIZO

A quiet, picturesque seaside town awaits at Kastellorizo, the Greek island unspoiled by tourists and lined with Instagram-friendly mansions in splendid colours.

A quiet seaside town awaits at this Greek island unspoiled by tourists.

DRESS TO DE-STRESS

Island life calls for a simple fashion base with an added touch of glamour. Nod to its history as the origin of the Paspaley family with a piece from their new Megisti collection, named after the island (now called Kastellorizo) the family sailed from 100 years ago.

SUNSET AND CHILL

Unending ocean vistas and sunsets that fade into night are best enjoyed with a glass of wine in hand. Head to Faros Bar in the late afternoon for a drink and bask in the last of the day’s rays.

STAY A WHILE

The harbourfront Megisti Hotel boasts stellar seaside views and a private swimming and snorkelling area. If you do manage to pull yourself away, take in the stalactites and swim in the mesmerising blue water at the Cave Parasta, also known as the Blue Cave, which is accessible only by boat.

LIFE’S A BEACH

Gather your bare necessities and take a boat trip to St. George island for the day. Only 15 minutes from Kastellorizo, it’s where those in the know head for crystal-clear waters.

LESS IS MORE

On holidays, channel your inner minimalist by swapping your usual beauty haul for essentials that hydrate and refresh: balm, face mist and on-the-go spray.

From left: Paspaley earrings, $38,800; Gucci hat, $1,160, from www. Net-A-Porter. com; Ephemera swim top, $190, and pants, $100. The view of Faros Bar – the mustard building on the point – from Megisti Hotel. Bougainvillea in bloom at Megisti Hotel. Stairs lead to a local swimming spot. A lunch spot on St. George island, close to Kastellorizo. From left: Lano The Original Lanostick, $19; Ella Baché Daily Hydration Mist, $39; Playa New Day Hair Mist, $37.