Mikros Gialos in Lefkada: The Sheltered Pebble Bay near Poros

The sheltered wooded bay of Mikros Gialos near Poros on the south-east coast of Lefkada

Mikros Gialos is a sheltered pebble bay on the south-east coast of Lefkada, below the village of Poros and about 15 km south of Nydri. Its name means the small bay, and the shore is a curve of white pebbles washed by clear, calm water that shades from turquoise to emerald. The beach sits between … Read more

Faros Beach, Ikaria: Sand & Shallows in the East

Faros Beach, Ikaria: Sand & Shallows in the East

Faros sits at the far northeastern tip of Ikaria, a long sweep of sand at the end of Cape Drakano. The water runs shallow, warm, and calm here, a gentle counterpoint to the wave-swept beaches of the north coast. A screen of pines rises behind the sand, and a river mouth softens the shoreline into … Read more

Milos Family Beaches

Milos family beaches

The best family beaches on Milos pair soft sand and shallow, calm water with easy access, led by Achivadolimni, Provatas and Papikinou. Plan family days and tours through My Greece Tours. Family beaches anchor a relaxed side of the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover the best beaches for kids, the calmest shallow water, … Read more

Mykonos Family Beaches

Mykonos family beaches

The best Mykonos family beaches are Ornos, Platis Gialos, Agios Stefanos, Kalo Livadi and Agios Ioannis, sheltered south-coast bays with calm, shallow water, soft sand, sunbeds and tavernas, safe and fun for children. This guide covers the top family beaches, what each offers, the meltemi wind and tips for a beach day with kids. Family-friendly … Read more