Traveling to Mykonos, Greece

Having read many articles about which islands in Greece experience over tourism, I knew that Mykonos was one on that list. However, our experience on this island was probably one of my favorites in Greece; we found ways to stay away from the crowds, and had a mix of excursions that made our experience feel unique compared to the usual tourist agenda.

I believe that two factors really made a difference when trying to stay away from the tourist crowds:
1.) We rented a car, so we could easily drive to any beach/ restaurant/ location on the entire island. Most people rent ATVs and have to keep their driving to shorter distances.
2.) Our hotel was not within the overcrowded town of Mykonos, where many of the other tourists stay.

Amazon Mykonos Resort and Spa

Thanks yet again to Travelzoo.com, for leading me to a fantastic deal at a new luxury resort on Mykonos! The Amazon Mykonos Resort and Spa is a short drive from the touristy town of Mykonos. It is a small, quiet resort with top-notch amenities and offers tranquil views of the sea and sunset.

Sailing Excursion to UNESCO World Heritage Island, Delos

Delos is an island close to Mykonos, that is a UNESCO World Heritage site. In Greek Mythology, it is the birthplace of Apollo and Artemis. Delos is a very important archeological site in the Mediterranean, with excavations still taking place. In order to get there, we took a small yacht tour and sailed about 45 minutes to Delos. Thanks to GetYourGuide.com, where we booked the excursion called “Mykonos: Yacht Cruise to Rhenia and Delos.” It was a fantastic experience!

Once at Delos, we walked through what was once a bustling town and trading post between the 1st and 2nd Century BC, and saw parts of houses (including one of Cleopatra’s), a large theater, and what was once a market, still partially intact. It wouldn’t be unusual to see and touch artifacts, such as a vase, in its final resting place from all of those years ago. Even more artifacts can be seen in the Delos Archaeological Museum, which is a short walk through the town’s ruins.

After our excursion to Delos, our tour guide took us to Rhenia, a crystal clear swim spot. It was heaven!

The Town of Mykonos

After our tour of Delos, our tour guide docked near town, and walked the winding streets full of shops, cafes, and restaurants.

Mykonos Brewing Co.

Would it be a real trip if we didn’t scout out a microbrewery for Barry to try? Mykonos Brewing Co. was a short drive from our hotel, and was completely worth the trip! We were floored at the large selection of beer, and also how good every single one was. We shared a flight, and it was nearly impossible for me to pick a favorite!

Agios Sostis Beach and Kiki’s Restaurant
Agios Sostis Beach is a very special beach, and was about a 50 minute drive from our resort. It had the clearest water of any beach that we have been to… you could see ripples in the sand 20 feet below and also your shadow on the sand as you swam.

On top of being a phenomenal beach, there is the hidden gem called Kiki’s Restaurant, located in a cove on this beach. Kiki’s doesn’t use electricity to cook the food. It is well known by the locals; there is an hour wait at any time of the day. The best part; there is no “wait list”… upon greeting you, the owner puts a glass of rose wine in your hand and tells you who will be seated directly before you. So, you have to pay attention to when they are seated or you will lose your spot!

Sunsets in Mykonos

No other sunset that I have witnessed can hold a candle to the ones that we experienced in Mykonos. The colors changed every evening. Some nights, the sunset was painted with hues of pink fading into purple, and other nights, fiery shades of red, orange and yellow were on display.

Thanks for following along on our journey to Greece!!!