What is unique about Mykonos?

Mykonos celebrates over 70 country fairs, 38 of which take place from June to September. There are 4 nudist beaches, 31 taxis, over 800 churches – 80 of them alone in Chora – and more than 200 bars and restaurants. Get ready for an experience-packed holiday!



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Santorini is best known as a romantic island with one-of-a-kind views, whereas Mykonos is more about sandy beaches and spirited partying. Depending on the vibe you seek, both islands suit holidays à deux. Solo travellers and groups of friends will also find both appealing, though Mykonos offers more in terms of edge.

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Mykonos was successful at attracting famous and wealthy young entrepreneurs because the island felt like it had no rules. Tourists wanted to go to paradise, to have a break from their work-dominated routines, and to take advantage of the hippy and bohemian lifestyle.

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Santorini is awesome but Mykonos has amazing tropical golden sand beaches. Moreover, beach clubs in Santorini are very relaxing and chilled out whereas Mykonos beach clubs re famous for their crazy beach parties. Detailed Comparison: Santorini has only volcanic pebbles beaches (there is a red, black and white beach).

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This might sound strange today, but the whitewash used to paint the houses contained limestone. Limestone is a powerful disinfectant, and not many others were in common use at the time. Greek citizens thus whitewashed their homes to help sanitize them and reduce the spread of cholera.

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The merchants, captains, and sailors that kept bringing influences from the lovely Italian city of Venice as they stopped at Mykonos for supply replenishment started giving this Mykonos district a more Venetian feel to it with each passing day. That's how Alefkandra was abandoned, and Little Venice was adopted instead.

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In brief, Mykonos is the queen of nightlife. Often compared to Ibiza, the bars and night clubs located in the Town and its famous beaches host major events and parties that entertain guests until the early morning hours!

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Santorini is best known as a romantic island with one-of-a-kind views, whereas Mykonos is more about sandy beaches and spirited partying. Depending on the vibe you seek, both islands suit holidays à deux. Solo travellers and groups of friends will also find both appealing, though Mykonos offers more in terms of edge.

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One of the most famous Cyclades islands, Mykonos is an island like no other, mixing beautiful scenery and secluded bays with great sailing conditions and vibrant nightlife. Although sometimes overlooked due to its proximity to the wildly popular Santorini, Mykonos is probably HELM's favourite Greek island.

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Mykonos is one of the most expensive Greek islands and definitely more expensive than Skiathos, which is also on the expensive side. Having said that, there are always cheap places to eat and drink but lodgings' prices will be high in the sky in August.

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When on Mykonos, It's Important to Stick to Some Usual Safety Tips
  • Don't carry large amounts of money with you. ...
  • Avoid wearing expensive jewelry and flashy watches, especially leaving them unattended in some beach bars.
  • Never leave your phone unattended, especially if you use payment apps on your phone.


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Where am I likely to see celebrities in Mykonos? You are likely to spot celebrities partying the night away on a yacht or in one of the upscale clubs or beach clubs such as Scorpios, Nammos and Psarou Beach.

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There is no strict policy to follow, but if you don't look put together enough, you may be denied entry to your favorite club. While some places allow it, in most high-end spots, you can't really just come straight from one of the beaches in a swimsuit and covered in sand.

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Mykonos isn't all gay! I've been coming to the island for twenty years now, and I can honestly say there's a whole other side to this fascinating little jewel in the Aegean which offers far more than most people imagine.

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Romans, Venetians, and Ottoman Turks ruled the island during different periods of time. Nonetheless, ever since the Greek War of Independence, Mykonos belongs to Greece.

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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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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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