REMOTE WORKERS

Crete is a popular hub for digital nomads for its good internet, flight access and infrastructure – the island’s north-west city of Chania has an especially vibrant community; the same might be said for the mainland city of Thessaloniki, but Athens is most people’s obvious choice.

“The coolest areas to base yourself in are Koukaki, Kypseli or Pagrati,” says Katie Silcox, 38, managing editor of travel portal Citizen Femme, who’s lived in the city for four years.

“They have affordable accommodation and trendy cafés. Opt for Koukaki or Pagrati to live like a local yet be within walking distance of the centre, or choose Kypseli for its arty and eclectic vibes.”

In Koukaki, you can buy a large two-bedroom apartment for €500,000 from Engel & Volkers, or a two-bedroom flat in Kypseli for €135,000.

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Janet Williams had never planned on buying a place abroad, but the psychologist from Bath visited Crete on holiday and was smitten.

She’s just bought a two-bedroom apartment at Elounda Hills that will be completed in 2026. “I fell in love with the people: we had such a heartfelt welcome it was like Ireland in the sun,” says Janet, 50, who’s from Northern Ireland, where her partner lives.

“I can work from anywhere, and the arrival of the new airport [30 minutes away] I thought was crucial in improving access, also there is a year-round community rather than just holidaymakers. I can’t think of anything better than sitting with a coffee looking over heavenly Mirabello Bay. I think we’ll end up spending a lot of time there.”