Two Mediterranean heavyweights, both brilliant — but they suit different travellers. Here’s how they stack up.
Flight time & convenience
Spain wins on proximity: most resorts are around two and a half hours from the UK, versus three and a half for Greece. The Canary Islands also give Spain a year-round winter-sun option Greece can’t match.
Beaches & scenery
Greece edges the scenery — those dramatic coves and white-and-blue villages are hard to beat. Spain counters with consistently excellent, well-equipped family beaches.
Value
Both offer strong all-inclusive value; Greece’s lead-in prices have crept up as demand rises, while Spain’s sheer volume of resorts keeps competition — and deals — fierce.
The verdict
Choose Spain for short flights, winter sun and easy family logistics; choose Greece for scenery, island character and food. Honestly? Both deserve a place on your list.