It’s that time of year again. Either you’ve cashed in your annual leave to worship the European sun, or you’re (regrettably) braving the freezing shores at home, living vicariously through your friends’ Facebook and Instagram pictures. The constant barrage of poolside pics and beach parties on your newsfeed might stir up some serious envy, but if you need help getting through your rainy lunch break, one Instagrammer to add is blogger, DJ and fashion accessory designer @rochelle_fox.
Kayak.com.au has hand-picked five times Rochelle took you to waterside bliss.
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Merabello Bay loosely translates to “admire the beauty”, and the name is fitting. Located on the east coast of Crete, it’s holiday perfection. Relax in Ayios Nikolaos, (or just “Ayios” as the locals call it), and choose from the array of restaurants, bars and nightclubs that give the place its cosmopolitan vibe. If adventure is what you crave, Crete has plenty of dive centres and boat tours to keep you busy. #Bliss
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No doubt the Bougainvillea vine is taking bloom all over your Facebook and Instagram feeds right now. Other than whitewashed buildings with blue trimmings, it’s the quintessential image of any Greek Island holiday. The bright flowers contrasting against sun-drenched terraces that overlook the sparkling Mediterranean, are there to remind you that this is in fact paradise. #FlowerPower
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Sometimes you just need to change up your water location. A lot of hotels have pools, so when you get sick of the beach (if that’s even possible) you can move on to the pool. Take a refreshing dip in the pool, rejuvenate in the Jacuzzi, gaze at the Aegean sea while indulging in a massage, or simply work on those tan lines from the comfy day beds. Holidays were meant to be like this! #Poolside
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Is there anything that says luxury quite like the clear blue water and mesmerising surface of a sparkling infinity pool? Floating effortlessly, with uninterrupted views to breath-taking scenery, puts you right in the middle of a postcard. #Paradise
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The Greeks will tell you that they invented the sunset – and you cannot leave paradise without experiencing one. Although the most famous sunset spot in Greece, and perhaps the world, is from Santorini, you can set up at a vantage point on any of the numerous islands and take in the captivating colours as the sun sets over the Aegean Sea. #NoFilterNeeded.
Fancy a bit waterside bliss in Greece yourself? Fly to Santorini in August, or explore other options and find the best deal for your trip to the waterside here.
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