Naxos and Mykonos sit side by side in the central Cyclades, yet they offer travellers two very different holidays. Naxos is the largest Cycladic island, greener and more authentic, known for long sandy beaches, mountain villages, farming traditions and gentle prices. Mykonos is smaller, drier and world-famous for glamour, cosmopolitan crowds, designer boutiques and legendary … Read more
Rafina port is the second ferry port of Athens and the closest to the airport, serving fast, often quicker ferries to Mykonos, Tinos, Andros and the northern Cyclades. Plan island-hopping and transfers alongside tours and tickets from My Greece Tours for a smooth start to your island adventure. This practical transport guide complements the wider … Read more
The Mykonos currency is the euro, with bank cards accepted almost everywhere but cash still handy for taxis, tips and small purchases, and ATMs widely available though most charge a fee. This guide covers the currency, cards and cash, ATMs and fees, which banks to use, avoiding Euronet, and how much money to budget. Knowing … Read more
Mykonos tipping is appreciated but not mandatory, with rounding up or 5 to 10 percent standard at restaurants, more for special service, and cash preferred so staff receive it directly. This guide covers how much to tip waiters, hotels, taxis, guides, bars and spas, and the etiquette for tipping on this popular island. Tipping etiquette … Read more
The Mykonos pelican, Petros, became the island’s beloved official mascot after a fisherman rescued a wounded pelican, and the bird charmed locals and visitors for decades. This guide covers the story of Petros, his New York trip and the Tinos custody battle, today’s resident pelicans and where to see them in Mykonos Town. The pelican … Read more
Mykonos mythology tells how Hercules battled and killed the Giants here, their petrified bodies becoming the island’s huge rocks, how the island took its name from the hero Mykons, son of Apollo, and how neighbouring Delos was the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. This guide covers the myths, the name and how legend shapes the … Read more
A Mykonos private tour offers a flexible, personalised way to explore the island with a local guide or driver, taking in Mykonos Town, the windmills, Little Venice, the beaches, Ano Mera, vineyards and even Delos at your own pace. This guide covers the tour types, what to see, the costs and tips for a private … Read more
Mykonos wine tasting centres on the historic Vioma organic vineyard near Ano Mera, where guided tours of the biodynamic vines lead to tastings of the estate’s wines paired with local meze and kopanisti cheese, a rustic escape from the island’s glamour. This guide covers what to expect, tour times, costs, what to taste and tips. … Read more
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
Mykonos cheese is famous for the pungent, spicy, spreadable kopanisti and the mild, soft, fresh tyrovolia, traditional Cycladic cheeses made from local goat and sheep milk and central to the island’s cuisine. This guide covers what they are, how to eat them, where to buy and tips for enjoying authentic Mykonian cheese. Local cheese is … Read more