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Check out the best beaches in Mykonos.
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Check out the best beaches in Mykonos.
Check out the best beaches in Naxos. [links]
This secluded cove with jewel-toned waters is surrounded by fascinating rock formations and the adjacent cove features a cave. Reach Seychelles by organized day trips from Armenistis or Agios Kirikos, or- more excitingly- by a hike from the main road that grows steeper as you near the beach.
Organized, with sunbeds and umbrellas, this golden beach of Naxos has pure blue flag quality waters. Thislively beach, with café bars and a lively atmosphere, attracts a vibrant young crowd. [links]
Tiny Koufonisia is a delight for anyone looking for natural beauty in a quiet setting. There are few cars and the island is easily covered on foot. Its beaches are pristine, among them lovely Pori, with its golden sands and waters an astonishing color, mainly wild with just a couple of tavernas. At a half kilometre long, no matter how many people come they say it’s never truly crowded. [links]
Check out the best beaches in Paros. [links]
Flaunting striking turquoise waters, white sand and pebble shore along its imposing rocky surrounding cliffs, Kyra Panagia is a natural cove of unique beauty. Located only a few kilometers from the main town, it is a semi-organized beach with tourist facilities and few establishments nearby. more
A very intriguing beach is Kolona in Kythnos; it resembles a column (as its name suggests) of pure sand that connects the island with the islet of Agios Loukas. Being an untouched area, travellers can bring their summer gear to enjoy the pristine waters, while a nearby tavern can provide delicious meals. here
Built inside a verdant area, Pyrgos is one of the largest settlements in Tinos, with important cultural heritage to account for. It is inspiringly adorned with white marble in buildings and squares, along with its whitewashed structures. Birthplace of many Greek sculptors, Pyrgos hosts a museum to honor them, along with many wood carving workshops and a Fine Arts School operating. [links]
Situated on the mountainous slopes of the island, Olympos is a colorful, old-fashioned village of 400 inhabitants. The area is rather remote and tranquility reigns; a handful of tourist facilities, like lodging and the occasional traditional cafe or tavern can be found. [links]
10 of the prettiest and quietest Greek islands to visit in 2021 include:
For an island of its size, Ios has more than its fair share of beautiful beaches in Greece. While a few of them have facilities, many are isolated and unspoilt.
For this reason, parts of the island might be inaccessible when you visit. The Sea Turtle Protection Society of Greece is always looking for volunteers. [links]
Other organized beaches include Ialysos, Afandou and Tsampika, that are ideal for families but also for people visiting for business.
You should keep in mind though, that I had the privilege of spending time on these beaches when they weren't covered in loungers, umbrellas, and people! more
Naxos, which is the largest of the Cyclades islands in Greece, is thought to have the most sandy beaches thanks to its large coastline. Crete is also a contender, but not all the beaches there are sandy.
Prasonisi is one of the best-kept secrets among windsurfers visiting Greece, but the layout of the beach (a long strip of land connecting the island of Rhodes to the tiny Prasonisi islet) means that it attracts every type of beach-goer (though some tolerance to windy conditions may be required). The beauty of the location is not to be underestimated. The windswept side of the beach is reserved for wind and kite surfers while the other side is perfect for swimming and lounging. A two-hour drive away from the town of Rhodes means that the location of the beach is secluded, but still busy with people in the know. here
If you like rocky beaches, Sarakiniko will stay deeply ingrained in your memory. Resembling a rocky lunar field set against a backdrop of turquoise blue water, it is located in the northern, most windswept part of the Greek island of Milos and is said to have taken its name from the Saracens pirates that took shelter here. There is a small sandy stretch of beach, but rocks dominate. And don’t expect any beach bars or organized water sports nearby.
About 75 km west of Chania town lies the small pristine peninsula of Elafonisi, known for its pink-hued sand (an interesting effect attributed to the specific minerals found in the ground), shallow waters, and thriving cedar forest. Better visited as a day trip by car or by boat, Elafonisi is one of the cleanest and best-maintained beaches on the island. Some beach bars offer sunbeds on the mainland (swimming across the lagoon to the peninsula takes you to a more secluded part of the beach), and windsurfing equipment is also available for rent. more
Elia, or Lia, is accessible via daily boat trips from the town (Chora) of Mykonos and is compact but pleasant. You can also come here by car, which can be left in a car park (unfortunately on the small side for such a popular destination). Elia combines the wonderful contrast of the barren rocky landscape of the Cyclades with the intense deep blue water of the Aegean. The sea deepens suddenly and the water is cold year round, making for a very cool swim. The beach bar restaurant by the same name is luxuriously beautiful (with corresponding Mykonos prices), as befits such a cosmopolitan destination.
One of Greece’s emblematic beaches, the protected cove of Anafotiria is mostly known due to a shipwreck stranded here in the 1980s. The beach might be hard to reach, but that does not deter the hordes of tourists arriving here by boat during the summer months. They are lured by the stark contrast between the fine white sand and intense shade of blue sea. There are two options for getting here. If you only want to enjoy the view of the shipwreck from above, you can come by car, but there is no path down the steep cliff. If you want to swim and approach the shore, a boat trip is your only option. more