Looking to rent a villa somewhere in Europe next summer holidays (July or August 2026). Haven't narrowed down any destinations yet so I'm open to any and all suggestions, but hoping for a town or similar that:
- Bustles in the evenings, lots of eateries that is family friendly. We are big foodies so love being surrounded by good food & trying new things. But definitely not a party town.
- Has a lovely beach that must be sandy. We may have older children with us so watersports would be good but not a deal breaker. Will definitely be 2 x 4 year olds.
- Not a humongous drive from an airport (1 hr max)
- Again not a deal breaker but if there are other areas of interest/good family friendly places to visit in the local area (we will hire a car) that would be good too.
- Somewhere we can get our accommodation within walking distance of the above but set back from it slightly.
I have had Greece in my mind because I've been before and loved it, but that's a bit broad so I was hoping for some more specific suggestions of places like the above people have been and loved?
Thanks!