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Why Mykonos
in Greece is special
 Mykonos
is one of the most buzzed about vacation islands in the world. It is located in the
Aegean Sea of Greece. Mykonos has a picturesque town and is famous for its lively party atmosphere.
Tips & insights
on Mykonos
In
the 1950s Mykonos was a haven for hippies who came to Greece. In the 1960s
Mykonos became a mecca for
jet setters. Then, it slowly metamorphosed into a spirited party scene for young
upper middle class vacationers from around the globe. That's its current
personality.
In
the afternoon the youth gather at the Paradise and Super Paradise beaches for
sunning, drinking and partying. Music loudly blares from the bars. When the sun
sets, the drinking and partying become more intense and switches to clubs (or at
organized beach parties). This lasts till dawn in this party haven of Greece.
The
Greek Island of Ios is also famous for its non-stop party scene. But there are
major differences. Too many of the revelers in Ios (mainly in their late teens
and early 20s) act in immature and loutish ways. In Mykonos, the typical
merrymaker is slightly older, better educated, and higher-incomed.
If
you're not into the partying scene, I don't think Mykonos would be an ideal
choice for a week-long vacation in Greece.
However,
I believe Mykonos would be worth a short visit (say two or three days) because
there is much to do and see. For example, you can explore the town's maze of narrow
lanes lined with whitewashed dwellings
and blue-domed chapels. You can browse fashion boutiques and art galleries - and
dine in atmospheric restaurants. You can relax at quiet, uncrowded non-party
beaches. You can go to the windmills to view beautiful sunsets. You can take a
boat daytrip to see the renowned archaeological ruins on the nearby island
of Delos (another Hillman Wonder bronze medalist in Greece).
Mykonos
is the most cosmopolitan Greek Island - and attracts travelers of diverse
nationalities, marital statuses, and sexual preferences.
Accommodations
range from basic to luxury.
Mykonos
is well connected by scheduled ferry services to Athens, Greece and to many
popular Greek Islands. It also has an airport.
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