Mykonos is regarded by all travel guides as a high class tourist destination for its beautiful beaches, the high profile personalities that choose it every year, the memorable Aegean sun and the vivid night life. Every year this island tends to host millions of tourists from all over the world, eager to experience unbelievable lavishness and comfort in this cosmopolitan island of the Mediterrean. In the island one can find a number of outstanding, well designed and luxurious hotels of all kind and type such as up to 5 star resorts built next to the Aegean Sea, boutique hotels, luxurious private Mykonos Villas (like the properties we offer our guests), rooms to let, studios and camping sites.

All buildings are built taking in regard the traditional particular Cycladic architecture witch is extremely pleasant to the eye and comfortable to live in making the most of the Aegean sun and the islands well known brazes due to its particular position. Visitors can see for themselves that all buildings have a uniquely elegant and lightly designed furniture as well as decoration and atmosphere, comprising a most astonishing result and an idyllic environment for unwinding and carefree mood, perfect for all kind of holidays.

Most tourist establishments are built around the “Hora” of Mykonos, very near to magical beaches and picturesque landscapes. While the hotels are many in number and in types, the available beds in the island are but a few in comparison to the presented demand.The tourist period starts every year in April and finishes in October but July and August are considered to be kind of tricky for any booking procedures. During these two months almost all accommodations usually are booked in advance.

All round the year, Mykonos witnesses a remarkable number of weddings, all of which are done in the dazzling glare of the central cathedral facing the sunset in this remarkable island. Wedding ceremonies are no strangers to Mykonos and in fact, the numerous celebrity weddings that have thus far graced the island have not been a coincidence; there is no question that the ambience of island is the most ideal for this kind of important life experiences.

In case you are planning to tie the knot in this glorious island, then you will be more than happy to know that we have one of the best and coherent details about organization of these and many other glamorous ceremonies, let alone the wedding of course. However as much as we are very experienced in this particular area, we will make it our personal and moral obligation to make sure that we are with you at every step of the planning process. Our detailed analysis of the island will provide informed suggestions and information concerning the place of the ceremony, the reception party as well as accommodation of you and your guests, long after the ceremony has been done.

Furthermore, accessibility and transportation of guest to the venue and to the accommodation establishments is guaranteed as well as very diverse provisions of entertainment. The pleasure of being part of your life’s most memorable day is all ours and we strive to make it as memorable as possible.

Mykonos is a top cosmopolitan destination, the beauty and fame of which was globally spread by the mid 50’s, while it has been the favourite destination of famous artists, politicians, and businessmen since the 60’s.Every year it becomes the center of attraction in any international exhibition, since it is constantly voted as one of the most beautiful and popular destinations on the planet.

It is undeniably a unique destination gathering celebrities from all over the world, and many times one becomes conscious of enjoying his coffee next to Spielberg or swimming next to Shakyra. In the “Hora” ofMykonoswith its scenic cobbled narrow streets, the traditional Cycladic architecture has embraced the glamorous market place of the island with its jewellery shops, the galleries and the boutiques of famous designers and artists from all over the world, creating a unique atmosphere and mood for exploring it.

Restaurants with prize – winning chefs offer their prime dishes inside magical gardens, while small cafes and bars play lovely musical pieces, comprising an enchanting cosmopolitan ambience.The prized – awarded beaches are filled with bar restaurants, and beach bars, entertaining the people from the early morning hours, till the late night ones.

Many parties are organized during the summer months, in bars as well as in clubs, presenting in high spirits and dancing till the next morning.VIPs from all over the world, rich individuals coming to the island in their private yachts and lear jets as well as common people, all become one, enjoying the cosmopolitan atmosphere an the rare entertainment the night life of the island offers.Mykonos offers the luxury of five star hotels on majestic sites, offering top quality services.

Most VIPs prefer to rent a villa due to its unique privacy and facilities provided.Mykonos has been timelessly offering hospitality as well as providing its high quality services to celebrities from all over the world, who visit it regularly to enjoy its rare beauties combined with its cosmopolitan lifestyle.

Holidays inMykonosis what you have ever dreamed of and many more!!

The archeological Museum of Mykonos:

Area: “Kamnaki”, right over the port

Open daily from 8:30 a.m till 3:00 p.m. except Monday and Bank Holidays.

Tel: +30 22890-22325

The Folklore Museum of Mykonos:

Area: “Kastro” location, only a few meters distance from the eminent Paraportiani.

Open: April – October, 4:30 p.m. til 8:30 p.m except Sunday

Tel: +30 22890-22591

Aegean Maritime Museum

Area: “Tria Pigadia” (three wells)

Open: daily April-October, 10:30 a.m. till 1:00 p.m., and 6:30 p.m till 9:00 p.m

Tel: +30 22890-22700

Public Library

Area: “Aghia Kiriaki” (Saint Kiriaki), on the ground floor of the magnificent stately home of Kambanis – 18^th century.

Main Sights

Windmills

Found in the northern side of “Hora”, between the scenic Alefkantra and the Niohori settlement, they impress every single visitor with their snow white impressive masses lined up, oriented onto the open sea. Today, only seven of the initial ten ones are preserved.

The “Little Venice”

Between Kastro and Skarpa, stretches the picturesque neighborhood of “Little Venice”, with its wooden multi – coloured balconies, where from one can enjoy some of the most beautiful sunsets in Greece.

Panagia Paraportiani

One of the most photographed churches in the world. The construction is comprised four churches with a fifth one on top of all the others serving us a dome.

Useful Phones:

Municipality                            : +30 22890-23261
Citizen service center             : +30 22890-28621
Police                                     : +30 22890-22235,-22716
Tourist Police                         : +30 22890-22482
Tourist Information                : +30 22890-23990
Airport                                   : +30 22890-79000
Port Authority                         : +30 22890-22218
Health Centre                         : +30 22890-23994
First Aid (Mykonos)                 : +30 22890-22274
Taxi                                       : +30 22890-23700,-22400
Bus Station                             : +30 22890-23360,-26797
PireausPort Authority               :+30 210-4147800
Pireaus travel agency              :+30 210-4119264, -4125155, -4179822
Rafina Port Authority                :+30 22940-22300, -22487
Mykonos Port Authority             :+30 22890-22218
Mykonos travel agency             :+30 22890-24004, -22232

Speedboats

Piraeus travel agency                : +30 210-4199000
Rafina travel agency                : +30 22940-26239,-26623
Mykonos travel agency             : +30 22890-22322, 28240

Airplanes  &  Companies

Olympic Air (Athens)                : +30 210-9666666
Aegean Airlines (Athens)          : +30 210-6261000
El. Venizelos Airport                 : +30 210-3530000
Mykonos Airport                       : +30 22890-22327

Mykonos airport started its operation in June 1971. It has a1.900 meterrunway on a405 ftaltitude above the sea level.The airport of Mykonos is stretching within the “Hora”,4 kilometers(2,5 miles) southeast of the city of Mykonos. The transportation time from the “Hora” to Mykonos airport, is a ten – minute ride by car. While the city and its port are climbed on the west coast of the island, the airport lies in the hinterland of Mykonos.

The airport enjoys the convenience of numerous international airways during the summer, as well as the local ones, Aegean and Olympic during the winter. A duty – free shop inside the terminal offers to the visitor a variety of perfumes, alcoholic drinks, cosmetics, travel accessories and a variety of gifts. Although there are no restaurants at the airport, the terminal cafeteria serves a variety of snacks and delicious light meals. The terminal station for passengers atMykonosairport provides many more facilities, as it comprises baby – locker rooms, an information desk, free parking spaces for both short as well as long distance flights, and a Commercial Bank of Greece ATM.

The international airway companies providing their services in the summer month are: Air Berlin, Atlas Jet (from Atatourk Instabul), Austrian Airlines, Blue – Express (from fioumitsino airport in Rome), Easy Jet (from  Louton in London and the airport of Paris), Transavia (from the airport of Amsterdam), Edelweiss Air (from Zurich), German Wings, Blu-express, Eurofly, Sky Express, Milan Malpensa, Thomson Airways (from Gatwick in London), Thomas Cook Airlines (from Brussels in Belgium) and many more.

A public bus service runs regular trips between the airport and the centre of Mykonos city. There is an alternative service option through the hired taxes on the island.

USEFUL PHONES:

Airport Telephone Exchange                              : +30 22890 79000,
Police Station                                                     : +30 2289079014
Customhouse                                                     : +302289079016
Airport manager                                                 : +30 22890 22489
Secretariat                                                          : +30 22890 79002
Airport Control                                                   : +30 22890 79003
Tower Control                                                     : +30 22890 79004
Telecommunication centre                                  : +30 22890 79005
Electronic Engineers                                            : +30 22890 79006

Place indicator                                                    : IATA : JMK
Location indicator                                               : ICAO : LGMK

Mykonos is a top tourist destination, universally known for its nonstop night life entertainment and cosmopolitan character.It’s the unique island in Greece seeming to be enjoying an endless party, as the wild entertainment starts from early in the night on its enchanting beaches adorned by numerous beach bars, and continues till the morning hours of the next morning in bars and clubs featuring famous DJ’s from every part of the world.

The many bar – restaurants along its beaches offer high quality services, while on others you find beach clubs filled with people dancing incessantly, among which the most famous being “Paradise” and “Super Paradise”.In the afternoon hours and after the beaches, people agree to meet in the “Hora” of Mykonos continuing in the bars of Little Venice, such as the historic “Caprice” and “Galleraki”, located by the sea, enjoying the natural landscape with the scenic windmills and the majestic sunset.

As the time goes by, more and more people are swarming the picturesque cobbled narrow streets enjoying unique moments of entertainment, having a wide range for selection among the many bars popping out from ever cozy corner of the “Hora” ofMykonos.

The historic “Remezzo”, the “Rock and Roll”, the “Aroma”, the “Queen” and many more, as well as the bars mainly addressing their gay clientele, such as the historic “Pierros”, the “Jackie O’”, the “Babylon”, and others, experience a frenzied lifestyle.

In all its impressive clubs, such as the “Space” and the “Guzel” in the “Hora” of Mykonos, the “Cavo Paradiso” (voted as one of the best 12 clubs on the planet) on Paradise beach and elsewhere, well – known DJ’s and music producers entertain the people even after sunrise.

Mykonos is a dreamy, cosmopolitan destination with gorgeous beaches and intense night life.For many years now, it has become the favourite destination of the international jet set, leading to it tourist development, at suchhigh point, that few destinations on the planet could be compared to.It has a rich infrastructure of five-star resorts right by the sea, boutique hotels, luxurious villas and apartments, promising a comfortable and hospitable stay.

Its golden sand beaches, the crystal-clear waters and the bar-restaurants adorning them, create the best guarantee ever for top quality services.

There are also virgin beaches with emerald green waters, allowing the experience to the guest of a different aspect of the island, equally beautiful nevertheless. The scenic “Hora” ofMykonoswith its beautiful Cycladic architecture, seems to have embraced its picturesque cobbled narrow streets and the glamorous shops with the smart design, creating thus a unique atmosphere nowhere to be found.

Among them, restaurants with enchanting gardens and small cafes, bars, restaurants and many other places, are there to entertain the people enjoying their carefree summer walks.Mykonos night life is famous for being one of the best in the world, as it attracts every summer some of the top DJ names and music producers, who entertain the people even well after the sunrise!

The scenic and sublime “Hora” of Mykonos does not want though in museums and sights, such as thechurchofParaportiani Virgin Mary, fascinating the visitor with its architecture, as well as the traditional windmills, and “Little Venice”, all enjoying the idyllic sunsets.

Mykonos is a top tourist destination, famous for its cosmopolitan character, its sublime sandy beaches as well as its intense night life. It comprises the top gem of the Cyclades and has been selected by many international exhibitions, as one of the most beautiful destinations on the planet, being the centre of attraction for a large number of tourists, among whom there are celebrities from all over the world.

It is worth mentioning that the cluster of Delos– Rinia islands has been officially pronounced as an area of exceptional natural beauty and thus protected by a special legislation due to their unique in beauty natural landscape.Has always been the favourite travel destination of celebrities since the mid 60’s. In the 70’s, 80’s and 90’s, because fashionable for every artist, politician and businessman. Significant personalities, such as Aristotle Onasis, Maria Kallas, Jacky Kennedy, Brigitte Bardot, Zan Moro, and Grace Kelly visit the island on a regular basis.

The “Hora” enthralls and impresses the visitor from the very first moment, thanks to its lovely location, its traditional Cycladic architecture, and its genuine beauties, such as the scenic windmills, the Little Venice, the church of Virgin Mary the Paraportiani and its museums.The old picturesque port with its colourful fishing boats is a picture of rare beauty along with the anchored luxurious yachts of the jet set.Within its picturesque cobbled narrow streets you find the market place of the island in which you encounter boutiques of well-known designers, jewellery shops, and galleries housing the work of art of renowned artist from all over the world.

In between them, restaurants with magical gardens offer prime dishes, while small cafes and bars play nice music themes, comprising a unique environment for entertainment and recreation.The night life is known as one of the best in the world, attracting the top DJ’s in the world, playing their rare music even well after the sunrise.Enjoys the unique privilege of having about fifteen different and of equal value beaches, famous for their golden sand and its crystal waters.On some of them you can enjoy a quite different face of the island which will no doubt capture you, as there is no sign of contemporary civilization.In addition, you can alternatively enjoy the well – organized beaches, which are adorned by well – known bar – restaurants offering top quality services.

Is an island of rare natural beauty definitely satisfying even its most demanding visitors, compelling most of them to visit it every single year, while more than a few have already acquired their own cottage on the island, so as to enjoy it in the extreme.

There are two different versions concerning the origin of the name of Mykonos. The first version is that it was named so in honour of the nephew of Apollo Mycons and the second that it was named after the son of the King of Delos, Anios.As for the creation ofMykonos, there is the myth of Hercules fighting the giants.In one of his twelve labours, after fighting and killing the giants, he threw them into the sea, and buried them under the granitic massive rocks comprising theislandofMykonos.

Owing to the fact that Mykonos lived in the shadow of prosperity of Delos island, the information available of ancient times in relation with the island is little.Some of the known tribes to have inhabited the island were the Kares, the Phoenicians, the Cretians, the Egyptians, the Minoans and the Ionians.In 1207, as well as  the rest of the Cyclades, Mykonos was placed under Venetian rule. The Ghizi dynasty seized power on the island and a century later, they conceded the island of Mykonos to Venice. From 1770-1774 the Russians make their rule equally conspicuous. In 1537Mykonos, along with the most of the Cycladic islands, is under Turkish occupation, with Barbarosa plundering the island.

The contribution ofMykonosin the Revolutionary cause of 1821 against the Turks, was more than significant. Manto Mavrogenous played a significant role in that, funding the Revolution quite actively as well as contributing to the organization of the cause, participating in “Filiki Eteria” (secret revolutionary society formed in 1814), managing to unite the Greeks so as to rebel against the Turks in 1822.After the second world war, Mykonos was conceded to Greece (1830), starting to prosper both touristically as well as culturally thanks to its unique Cycladic architecture, its cobbled narrow streets, the numerous beaches and genuine hospitality.In mind twentieth century, Mykonos was “re-discovered” by foreigners, leading to its becoming one of the most significant tourist resorts in the world.

In the area of Ornos and right on the famous Corfos beach, there is a natural paradise for the fans of Kite surf and windsurfing. The incessant strong winds and the small depth of the sea in the area, contribute to the development of waves for endless jumps and waveriding! The picture of numerous kiters flying in the sky over the Little Venice, the windmills and the “Hora” is breath – taking, when fascinating colours are created by the sunset in the horizon.The Corfos Gulf is the most appropriate place for both amateur and Pro surfers, due to its shallow waters.

The reason for choosing Mykonos from any other Aegean island, as been established is because:

A)    There is 63% chance of the winds exceeding 4 beauforts.
B)     There is an easy and fast access to Athens (only within 3 hours)
C)    Easy access to destinations abroad (international charter flights)
D)    It is the centre of the Cyclades
E)     You can combine sports with relaxation and intense night life.

Any port on the area is easily accessible. Corfos is only2,5 kilometersaway from the “Hora” and 5 minutes away from the airport by car.You can reach the “Hora” of Mykonos either using your own means of transport, or taking the bus from “Fabrika” square.There are plenty of parking spaces along the beach, next to as well on the main road.

Mykonos is the right place for the fans of gastronomy, as it has a plethora of restaurants of different tastes, among which you can choose the Greek, the international, the Asian as well as the Mexican cuisine.

Mykonos is a sole representative of the Greek gastronomy, since it is famous for an assortment of “mezedes” (titbits), such as soft peppery cheese (“kopanisti”), sour cheese (“ksinotiri”), sausages, and “Loutza”.

There is a plethora of choices, able to satisfy every sort of demand, from the very chic restaurants up to the scenic tavernas.

For the fans of gastronomy, there are sophisticated restaurants within the “Hora”, as well as along its fascinating beaches, impressing you with their cool and cheerful environment, as well as their prime dishes.

Within the picturesque cobbled narrow streets of the “Hora”, we encounter many more restaurants and taverns, as well as small shops selling souvlaki and crepes.

The satisfaction of the palate is something hard to achieve. On Mykonos, though you can definitely find places which can achieve that, and places to meet the requirements of any budget.

You can reach Mykonos by air, as it has an international airport or by sea, since, especially in the summer months, there are many regular trips connecting it to Athens, as well as to other areas in Greece.The Greeks airlines which run daily flights to the island as well as from it, are Olympic Airways and Aegean, with an average mean time of 35 minutes from Athens.

In summer it receives a plethora of flights from most capital cities in Europe, as well as from the rest of the world.There are regular trips by ship on a daily basis, either conventional ones or speed-boats, from Pireaus and Rafina, while connecting to other cities and islands, such as Crete, the Cyclades and theDodecanese.

The trip from Pireaus by ferry boat lasts about five hours and thirty minutes, while you can make the same trip by a high speed in about four hours and thirty minutes.Departing from Rafina the ferry boat trip lasts about four hours and thirty minutes, while there is the choice of the flying dolphin making the trip in two hours and fifteen minutes.

In case you wish to book a boat ticket from the porto of Pirea us and Rafina, there are plenty of travel agencies where you can obtain them from.In the summer months, and especially on the weekend, you can hardly find a ticket available. Therefore, in such case you should make sure you book well in advance.

For further information concerning airplane tickets, the phones are:

*Aegean Airlines (Athens) +30 210-6261000, (Mykonos) +30 22890-28720
*Olympic Air (Athens) +30 210-9666666, (Mykonos) +30 22890-22327

Any Information concerning departures and arrivals of ships, can be obtained at the port Authorities of Mykonos – tel: +30 22890-22218, -23922

The fascinating Super Paradise beach, lies6 kilometerssoutheast of the “Hora” of Mykonosand it is famous for its light blue crystal-clear waters as well as its golden sand.It is known as “the beach for gays”, but it is visited by all fans of f renzied entertainment ruling from early in the morning till late at night.It is considered to be as one of the most frequented beaches on Mykonos where a unique environment dominates, with gay people in the nude on one side, while its other side is swarmed with tourists, students, cosmopolitan people and paparazzi, T.V. stars and all sorts of people mingled with nudists.

The impressive beach bars often invite famous DJ’s, constantly offering a unique rhythm to the public enjoying their cocktails and dancing for ever!The peak for entertainment occurs in the afternoon hours, when all the people on the beach are going on the loose!

When programming a holiday trip to Mykonos, you should know that renting a car is the best and safest way to enjoy your holiday on the island. The road network on the island can be characterized as pretty good, since lots of asphalt – pared roads having the “Hora” as their starting – point, lead you to all its beaches. The fact that the island does not provide any traffic lights, helps in avoiding traffic jams making your moving about easier and direct.

Two public parking lots in two respective points, one at the old port and the other one in the “Hora”, make your access to the latter even easier. IN the summer months, when the traffic is increases, there are private parking spaces for your convenience.Many rental car companies along the island both internationally known as well as local ones, offer you the use of new and safe cars at preferential prices. The choice of all car categories is provided, due to the dissimilar financial status of the people visiting Mykonos, from a relatively very cheap one up to a luxurious limo with a chauffeur. The rental of a jeep is nevertheless the commonest choice of the most.

When programming a holiday trip to Mykonos, one should keep in mind that renting a car is the best and safest way to enjoy your holiday on the island to the full. The road net on the island can be characterized as pretty good, since lots of asphalt–pared roads having the “Hora” as their starting point, lead you to all the island’s beaches.The truth is that the island does not provide traffic lights for it is believed that this helps avoiding traffic jams making the moving about easier and more direct.Many rental car companies exists in the island, both internationally known as well as local ones, offering you the use of new and safe cars at preferential prices.

The choice of all car categories is provided to all clients, due to the dissimilar financial status of the guests in Mykonos, from a relatively very cheap car up to a luxurious limo with a chauffeur. The leasing of a jeep is nevertheless the commonest choice of most visitors in our island.

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The cosmopolitan Mykonos is part of the cluster of Cyclades, lying among the island of Tinos, Syros, Delos, Rinia, Paros and Naxos. It is the international tourist destination which accepts millions of visitors every year at its airport and its two available ports.Visiting Mykonos by boat comprises the best possible means in order for someone to discover and enjoy the numerous natural beauties of the island. One can enjoy the view of anchored luxurious yachts of the international jet set along the marina of the island located on the new port, as well as along its sublime beaches all protected from the Northern winds.
Many of its visitors choose to hire a boat on Mykonos, so at to explore the natural beauties of the island and wander along the nearby island of the Cyclades. The triangle of Mykonos – Delos – Rinia has been officially characterized as an area of natural beauty. The island of Delos is considered to be a major sight, as it is the largest and most ancient open – air archeological site in Europe, only a few minutes away from Mykonos. Next to Delos, the uninhabited island of Rinia, bewitches you with its natural beauty and its virgin beaches, where can be daily seen anchored luxurious yachts, enabling you to enjoy the natural scenery and enjoying unique moments of relaxation and unconcern.
The Aegean islands offer rare sights of beauty, standing at nearby distance from Mykonos, which operates as the terminal for all these magical jaunts.
There are plenty of offices on Mykonos offering their hire for yachts services to the visitors, as well as their maintenance and that of the ones visiting the island.

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The “Hora” of Mykonos impresses and fascinates its visitors, thanks to its natural beauty, as well as its cosmopolitan market developed within its scenic cobbled narrow streets.

One can tour round it endlessly, as even kind of glamorous small shops seem to be emerging from every corner, inviting you to explore them.

Jewellery shops, with windows filled with exceptional jewels and watches of the most famous houses, boutiques of well-known clothing designers, galleries hosting the works of art of renowned artists as well as the ones of local sculptors, small shops selling sandals, pareos, and ravishing souvenirs, all open for you all day long and till late at night, seven days a week.