Antiparos and Paros are close Cycladic neighbours, split by a narrow channel and joined by a ferry that takes only about ten minutes. They share the same sea and light, yet they feel very different. Paros is large and lively, with multiple towns, an airport and a wide choice of hotels, restaurants and nightlife. Antiparos … Read more
Antiparos is a small Cycladic island reached only by sea, as it has no airport of its own. The usual route is the short ferry from Pounta, on the west coast of neighbouring Paros, a crossing of about ten minutes that carries cars as well as foot passengers. In summer, small passenger boats also run … Read more
Naxos and Paros sit side by side in the heart of the Cyclades, and travellers planning a Greek island holiday often struggle to choose between them. The two islands share the same turquoise water, whitewashed villages and easy ferry links, yet they feel genuinely different in pace, price and character. Naxos is the larger, greener … Read more
Milos and Paros combine well on one Cyclades trip, pairing volcanic beaches with a lively, classic island linked by ferry. Plan ferries and tours through My Greece Tours. Combining the two is a popular plan in the Milos travel guide. The sections below cover why they pair well, how many days for each, the ferry … Read more
Mykonos vs Paros weighs glamour against authentic charm. Mykonos is the island of designer beach clubs, world-class nightlife and luxury, while Paros is more relaxed, better value and authentic, with calmer beaches, superb food and the pretty town of Naoussa. This guide compares them on beaches, cost, food, nightlife, atmosphere and who each suits. Both … Read more
Getting from Mykonos to Paros is quick and easy by ferry, a crossing of around 35 minutes to 1.5 hours from Mykonos New Port at Tourlos to Parikia, the capital of Paros, run by SeaJets, Fast Ferries and Golden Star Ferries. This guide covers the times, the prices, the ports, the operators, booking and why … Read more
Santorini vs Paros sets a dramatic, romantic, premium island against a relaxed, authentic one with sandy beaches and better value. Santorini wins on scenery and romance; Paros wins on beaches, atmosphere and price. This guide compares them on scenery, beaches, cost, food and who each suits. Both are Cyclades favourites beyond the wider Santorini travel … Read more
A Paros ATV quad tour explores the island’s hidden beaches, traditional villages and ancient ruins on four wheels, with guided off-road safaris for first-timers or self-drive hire for the independent. Open-air and fun, an ATV or buggy reaches places a car cannot. This guide covers ATV versus buggy, the costs, what to expect on a … Read more
In the Paros vs Milos choice, Milos wins for unique volcanic landscapes and otherworldly beaches like Sarakiniko, while Paros wins for variety, nightlife, value, romance and connections. The two islands are both rising stars of the Cyclades but offer different holidays. This guide compares them across scenery, beaches, cost, nightlife and logistics to help you … Read more
Paros airport takes direct flights from Athens in about 50 minutes, with up to fourteen flights a day in summer, operated by Sky Express and Olympic Air. Small and modern, it sits about 10 kilometres from Parikia and offers a fast alternative to the ferry. This guide covers the flights, the airlines, the prices, and … Read more