Mykonos

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Why the
Greek Island
Mykonos 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.

Mykonos
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Visitor transformation

In the 1950s Mykonos was a haven for hippies who came to the Greek Islands. 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.

Party venues

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.

Mykonos vs. Ios

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 you for a week-long Greek Island vacation. 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.
Browse fashion boutiques and art galleries - and dine in atmospheric restaurants.
Relax at quiet, uncrowded non-party beaches.
Go to the windmills to view beautiful sunsets.
Take a boat daytrip to see the renowned archaeological ruins on the nearby island of Delos (another Hillman Wonder bronze medalist in Greece).

Cosmopolitan

Mykonos is the most cosmopolitan Greek Island - and attracts travelers of diverse nationalities, marital statuses, and sexual preferences.

Accommodations

Accommodations range from basic to luxury.

Getting there

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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