Ftelia beach on Mykonos is a long, wild bay of golden sand on the north coast, famous as the island’s windsurfing and kitesurfing beach thanks to the steady meltemi wind, with a relaxed, natural and uncrowded feel. This guide covers the beach, the watersports, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. Plan … Read more
Paraga beach on Mykonos is a lively, stylish south-coast bay of golden sand about 6 km from town, home to the world-famous Scorpios and the glamorous SantAnna beach clubs, with a chic party scene alongside quieter natural patches. This guide covers the beach, the clubs, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. … Read more
Panormos beach on Mykonos is a chic, sheltered bay of golden sand on the quieter north coast, home to the famous Principote beach club and a fashionable yet relaxed scene, away from the busiest south-coast beaches. This guide covers the beach, the beach clubs, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. Plan … Read more
Kalo Livadi beach on Mykonos is a long, wide stretch of golden sand on the south-east coast, with calm, shallow water, relaxed upmarket beach clubs and some of the island’s best beach restaurants, popular with families and couples. This guide covers the beach, the restaurants, how to get there, the facilities and what to do. … Read more
Agios Ioannis beach on Mykonos is a quiet, scenic south-west cove of golden sand famous for its sunsets over the channel to Delos, for being the Shirley Valentine beach where the film was shot, and for the Hippie Fish restaurant on the sand. This guide covers the beach, the views, how to get there, the … Read more
Mykonos watersports thrive on the Island of the Winds, with jet skis, windsurfing, wakeboarding, waterskiing, parasailing, tubing, paddleboarding and diving centred on Kalafatis, Elia and the windy north beach of Ftelia. This guide covers the activities, the best beaches, jet skiing, windsurfing, the other sports, diving, the costs, getting there and tips. Active travellers find … Read more
Mykonos with kids works far better than its party reputation suggests, with calm, shallow family beaches like Platis Gialos and Ornos, the iconic windmills, a boat trip to ancient Delos and child-friendly museums. This guide covers whether Mykonos suits families, the best beaches for kids, family things to do, where to stay, getting around, the … Read more
The best Mykonos beaches line the sheltered south coast, from family-friendly Ornos and Platis Gialos to celebrity Psarou, party-loving Paradise and the long sands of Elia, with wilder, quieter beaches on the windy north. This guide covers the best beaches by vibe, the family beaches, the party beaches, the luxury beaches, the north coast, the … Read more
Kamari vs Perissa compares Santorini’s two big black-sand beach resorts, set on opposite sides of the same mountain. Kamari is more resort-like, polished and central; Perissa is longer, quieter, more laid-back and cheaper. This guide compares them on the beach, atmosphere, dining, location and which suits you. Plan the whole trip with Greece Tours. Both … Read more
Santorini snorkeling is best at Caldera Beach, the Red and White beaches, Ammoudi Bay below Oia and the volcanic islet of Nea Kameni, with clear water, underwater caves, lava walls and plenty of fish. This guide covers the best spots, what you will see, boat trips and tips for snorkeling. Snorkeling reveals the volcanic underwater … Read more
Santorini with kids is more rewarding than most expect, with black-sand beaches with shallow water, a boat trip to the volcano and hot springs, a water park, an open-air cinema and easy village walks. This guide covers the best family activities, the family beaches, where to stay and tips for visiting with children. The island … Read more
Santorini beaches are volcanic and dramatic rather than golden sand, led by the black sand of Perissa and Kamari, the famous Red Beach beneath rust-coloured cliffs, and the white moonscape of Vlychada. This guide covers the best beaches, what makes each special, which to pick and how to get to them. The island’s beaches are … Read more