Mykonos is the most famous little island of Greece but well know for the beautiful beaches, the luxurious hotels and boutiques & the wild summer nightlife.
It's the ultimate destination for whether to relax or party. It is the perfect mix of charm, culture and the views.
Here is a guide to help you plan perfect trip !
Endless Shopping:
Mykonos is the retail paradise with multiple upscale boutiques and more accessible ones. The paved streets are a true maze, easy to get lost and turn shopping into an adventure among the jewelery stores, local fashion style boutiques and souvenirs (locally made crafts). The locals are keeping their door upon until midnight.
Art lovers will also love the galleries displaying Greek artists. If you get lost by the alleys and dead ends, head to the sea. The sea front is an easier way and calmer one.
Apart from city center shopping, upscale resorts offer original boutiques to compete with the high quality of downtown.
For more personalized recommendation of stores, do not hesitate to ask reception.
Little Venice & the windmills:
One of the most romantic place to watch the sunset. A little bit of history, the name is due to the fact that Mykonos was one of the main stops on the trade route between Venice and Asia.
The surroundings are elegant with colorful old houses situated on the edge of the sea. Little Venice is today one of the most photographed tourist place in Europe. Planty of entertainment have been created around this charming part of the city like sunset bars, clubs and art galleries.
From little Venice, you can see the hundread of years old windmills, an emblematic features of Mykonos landscape. They were primarily used for agricultural products but are no longer operational now. However, they are a symbol of the city and some have been turn into museums. Sunset is the best time to go there for an outstanding view over the sea.
Diving:
Diving in Mykonos means diving into the ancient Greek history as old ships have sunk in the area. The sub aquatic sites are the cargo Anna II and the Lia Reef at 24 meters deep. Explore a outstanding marine life, a forest of sponges, many fishes species. It is a great diving spot for both non-experienced and advanced divers.
For more informations,do not hesitate to ask the reception.
Beaches:
The beaches of Mykonos are diverse from natural one to DJ play and Mojitos. Luminous turquoise water and beach restaurants is the common point of all the beaches.
- Platis Galos: Fishing boats, clear water, great restaurant. It is an affordable, stylish option.
- Paradise Beach: easiest beach to access. With two beach clubs, restaurants with music and coktails after 6pm.
- Psarou Beach: idyllic beach that makes you feel in the Caribbean. Smaller than all others, the bars are displaying DJ set (Nammos Beach Club). Very recommanded to party.
- Agios Stefanos Beach: Close to the town, offering paddle activities, no beach clubs, one typical Greek restaurants heavly recommanded.
- Agia Anna Beach: expect simply a calm day, no big facilities, shops or watersports.
All the beaches can be reached by bus, water-taxi, Quads, scooters and cars.
Yoga:
Relaxation is key during holidays to step away from the stress of daily life. Yoga is the activity you need!
Sophro wellness Resort is organizing yoga session with instructors. You can choose from Power Yoga, Yoga-late, Hatha Yoga, Pilates ... as well as environmental conditions such as sunset or sunrise, alone or as a couples. You can also join groups organized daily in dedicated space of the resort.
This is the opportunity to discover yoga or to experience yoga in a most unique way.
Please ask the reception for bookings.
Eat, drink, beach, repeat:
The island have so many restaurants to enjoy from beach bars to downtown restaurant. We always hunt for the most popular spots, for more details go read our previous blog post about where to eat in Mykonos. Sophro Wellness Resort is also offering you Notos Restaurant that offer a fine dining experience in the heighst of Mykonos and our bar is also at your disposal for coktails, wines, beers and softs.
You are ready to explore Mykonos by yourself !
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