Gialos Ios

Gialos, Ios: The Port, the Harbour Beach and Where to Stay

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The harbour of Gialos, the port and gateway of Ios

Gialos, also known as Ormos, is the port of Ios and the gateway to the island. A sheltered harbour set in a deep, well-protected bay about two kilometres below the hilltop town of Chora. The first thing you see on arrival is the white church of Agia Irini beside the harbour, where sailboats, yachts and … Read more

Where to Stay in Ios: The Best Areas, Chora, Mylopotas and Gialos

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The whitewashed hilltop town of Chora, the most popular area to stay on Ios

Ios has three main areas to stay, each with its own character, and choosing the right one shapes your holiday. Chora, the whitewashed hilltop town, is the heart of the island’s dining, sunset views and nightlife, ideal for those who want to be at the centre of the action. Mylopotas, the long main beach two … Read more