The Mykonos windmills, known as the Kato Mili, are a row of whitewashed 16th-century windmills standing on a low hill above Mykonos Town, one of the island’s great icons and a top sunset spot. This guide covers what they are, the history, where to find them, the Boni windmill and museum, the Island of the … Read more
Little Venice in Mykonos is a romantic waterfront quarter of Chora, a row of 18th-century sea captains’ houses with colourful balconies jutting over the water, and the island’s most famous sunset spot. This guide covers what it is, the history, the bars and restaurants, the sunset, how to photograph it, what is nearby, what to … Read more
Mykonos Town, known as Chora, is one of the most beautiful old towns in Greece, a maze of whitewashed lanes holding Little Venice, the windmills, the chic Matoyianni shopping street, the famous Paraportiani church, museums and a lively old port. This guide covers what to see, the sights, the old port, the museums, the shopping, … 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
The best things to do in Mykonos are exploring the whitewashed lanes of Chora and Little Venice, watching the sunset by the windmills, taking a day trip to sacred Delos, enjoying the famous beaches and experiencing the legendary nightlife. Beyond that, the island offers museums, the traditional village of Ano Mera, the Armenistis lighthouse, windsurfing, … Read more
Crossing from Santorini to Mykonos is the classic Cyclades island-hopping route, running about 2 to 3 hours by high-speed boat, with daily sailings in summer from around 45 to 90 euros. This guide covers the journey time, the prices, the operators, the schedules and tips for booking the ferry. This route links Greece’s two most … Read more
Santorini vs Mykonos is the classic Greek island dilemma: Santorini wins for dramatic scenery, the famous sunset, romance and history, while Mykonos wins for golden-sand beaches and world-class nightlife. This guide compares the two on scenery, beaches, nightlife, romance and who each island suits. Both are Cyclades stars but very different, a useful comparison within … Read more
In the Paros vs Mykonos choice, Paros wins for value, food, calmer beaches and families, while Mykonos wins for world-famous nightlife, beach clubs and glamour. The two islands sit a short ferry apart but offer very different holidays. This guide compares them across beaches, cost, food, nightlife and atmosphere to help you choose, or combine … Read more
Tinos vs Mykonos is a choice between tradition and glamour: Tinos offers marble villages, a famous pilgrimage church, authentic food and quiet beaches, while Mykonos delivers cosmopolitan nightlife, designer shopping and luxury resorts. The two islands sit just 15 to 30 minutes apart by ferry, so many travellers visit both. This guide compares Tinos and … Read more
A Tinos to Delos cruise crosses to the UNESCO archaeological island of Delos in about an hour, for a guided walk through the temples, mosaics and ruins of the mythological birthplace of Apollo. Many cruises continue to nearby Mykonos, turning the day into a tour of three islands. This guide covers the cruise to Delos … Read more