The Independent curates a list of 21 standout hotels across Greece’s islands—Crete, Corfu, Mykonos, Santorini and more—ranging from luxury resorts to boutique stays, offering diverse options for 2026 island getaways.
Edward Krueger Connors Jr., an 80-year-old Vietnam War veteran, former Gold’s Gym founder and California architect, moved to Lecce, Italy in early 2026 to pursue a long‑deferred dream and escape the “ugliness” he saw in suburban America. He rents a furnished one‑bedroom near Lecce’s historic center for about $1,100 a month, opts for six‑month flexibility over permanence, and spends mornings writing and afternoons walking as he travels around Europe and contemplates more exploration—living life in the moment rather than owning property.
NBC's 'Destination X' is a reality competition hosted by Jeffrey Dean Morgan, where contestants travel across Europe, solve location-based challenges, and compete in strategic gameplay to win $250,000, with the show emphasizing relationships, deception, and adventure.