Exploring Greece’s new, improved and downright sexy isle of Zakynthos
Zakynthos, a Greek island, is undergoing a transformation to attract more upscale tourism. The Vithoulkas family is leading this change with their boutique hotels that focus on local immersion rather than mass tourism. With its rich history and stunning scenery, Zakynthos is becoming a desirable destination for travelers seeking authentic experiences.
- ▪Zakynthos has long been popular among British and northern European tourists, but is now shifting towards more authentic experiences.
- ▪The Vithoulkas family owns the Lesante Collection, which includes several boutique hotels aimed at enhancing local immersion.
- ▪Lesante Cape, opened in 2022, features traditional Venetian architecture and offers a variety of dining options, including farm-to-table experiences.
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Travel Exploring Greece’s new, improved and downright sexy isle of Zakynthos By Carole Sovocool Published May 21, 2026, 4:16 p.m. ET The Vithoulkas family is raising the bar on one of Greece's all-too-oft overlooked gems. Lesante Blu See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google How many Greek islands are there? Actually, no one can agree. Depending on what you qualify as an island (as opposed to a rock) there’s up to 6,000, with 227 of them inhabited. Scattered within the Aegean, Mediterranean and Ionian seas, essentially there’s a Greek isle for everyone, from off the grid (Gavdos) to large and historic (Crete) to the ultra-hip (Santorini, Mykonos). Then there’s the islands looking to reinvent themselves.
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