Mesakti Beach, Ikaria: Sand, Surf & Waves

Mesakti Beach, Ikaria: Sand, Surf & Waves

Mesakti beach ranks among the most striking stretches of sand on Ikaria’s northwest coast. This long open-sea beach sits just east of Armenistis and faces the wide north Aegean. The exposure gives Mesakti two faces: calm, glassy water on still mornings and rolling swell when the meltemi wind picks up. Tamarisk trees line the back … Read more

Amitis Beach (Naxos)

Amitis Beach (Naxos)

Amitis Beach sits on the north-northwest coast of Naxos, near the village of Galini, a long ribbon of pale sand and fine pebble washed by clear open-sea water. The shore stays wild and largely undeveloped, backed by low dunes and a small seasonal wetland that colours the flat land behind the beach. Amitis faces the … Read more

Mykonos Weather

Mykonos weather

Mykonos weather is a hot, dry Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm to hot, dry, sunny summers cooled by the meltemi wind. Average temperatures range from about 11°C in January to around 26°C in August, with the sea warmest from July to September. This guide covers the climate, month by month, the wind, … Read more

Best Time to Visit Tinos

best time to visit Tinos

The best time to visit Tinos is May, June, September and early October, when the sea is warm, the meltemi wind is moderate and the August pilgrimage crowds have thinned. July and August bring the hottest, busiest and windiest conditions, while winter leaves the island quiet. This guide breaks down the weather, the seasons and … Read more