Do girls wear heels in Mykonos?

Wearing heels in Mykonos is generally not recommended due to the island's terrain. The cobblestone streets, especially in Mykonos Town, can be quite uneven and difficult to navigate in heels. Many people opt for flat sandals, which are both comfortable and fashionable.



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In Greece, it's illegal to wear high heels when you're touring ancient monuments like the Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens, or any other historic site. The law was created because of concerns that heels would scratch and damage the stones. High heels are great, but they're not always appropriate.

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For an evening in Mykonos, consider wearing something comfortable yet chic. While the atmosphere is generally relaxed, many people dress up a bit at night, especially if they're going to a nice restaurant or club. Women often wear stylish dresses or blouses and skirts, while men might wear linen shirts and trousers.

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Water. Tap water is not drinkable on the island. You can brush your teeth and have a shower but bottled water is suggested for drinking.

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You have no tipping requirements in hotels, even in the luxurious ones around Mykonos. If you feel inclined to tip the staff, let it be out of respect for their work! Typical tips for porters and cleaners range around 5€, like tips for restaurant waitstaff.

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Black is a flattering color for everyone, and it will fit in well at the upscale beach clubs in Mykonos or by the pools in Santorini.

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During the day, beachwear, shorts, T-shirts, and summer dresses are common. Evening attire can be a bit more elegant, with men wearing trousers and shirts and women donning summer dresses or similar. Comfortable shoes are a must due to the hilly and often cobblestone streets.

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The general rule is that it is safe to explore and walk around during the day, but as night falls, pay attention to your surroundings and be careful if you choose to explore on your own.

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GET AROUND MYKONOS If you don't plan venture beyond Mykonos Town, it's easy enough to explore on foot. Everything is walkable from the Old Port to the Kato Milli Windmills. For visitors with more time on Mykonos that want to explore the island, scooters, ATVs and even cars are available to rent in town.

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Greek: “To logariasmo parakalo” After eating a delicious meal in Greece, you'll get your server's attention and ask for “To logariasmo parakalo” from your server. Both “logariasmo” and “parakalo” have the strongest accent on the last vowel, which sounds like the English word “oh.”

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Waiters don't expect tips, unlike Europe, their (not very good) wages are not fixed on the basis that they will be augmented by tips. Many Greeks leave nothing at all, others will round up the bill from, say, 43.56 euros to 45 euros, some leave one or two euros. Waiters will certainly be delighted if you leave 10%.

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Is it safe to drink the tap water in Greece? In Athens and most places across mainland Greece, the tap water is perfectly safe to drink. In harbor towns and the Greek Islands, however, it is generally better to drink bottled water, which is readily available and very cheap.

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There might be bacteria and chlorine byproducts that ruin its purity. It doesn't matter in what area of the island you stay – the water is the same on the entire destination. Also, the water's Ph level is a bit higher than most tourists are used to, so it might cause stomach issues if you drink it.

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Of course, nationally things have been updated since then, but generally, pipes remain too narrow to handle any non-human waste. The biggest thing is to note is simply this: don't flush toilet paper down the loo. You will find there are bins to the side of the toilet where you can dispose of your tissue instead.

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Sure. Paradise beach has more affordable beach chairs. Paraga beach is my favorite for swimming, generally less affordable. Ornos can get...

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