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Who made Mykonos famous?

Mykonos's celebrity status sets off with the swinging '60s, when the Greek shipping tycoon, Aristotle Onassis, shows up on his yacht with the opera diva, Maria Callas, and later with “Jackie O”, while movie stars, such as Grace Kelly, Brigitte Bardot and Sophia Loren are part of the international jet-setters to grace ...



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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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The Sapphire Villa at Celestia Grand This is the particular villa the Kardashians stayed in.

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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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In the late 1930s, Greece was suffering from a cholera epidemic, and the nation's leader at the time, Ioannis Metaxas, ordered all Greek citizens to whitewash their houses. The whitewash used to paint the outside of citizens' homes contained limestone, which happens to be a potent disinfectant.

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Mykonos magnetizes the rich and famous celebrities with its irresistible allure and its array of charms. This insular paradise amidst the blue of the Aegean also constitutes a Mecca of retail therapy boasting international designer boutiques, contemporary jewellery and art galleries.

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Notably, Maria Angelicoussis, the head of the Angelicoussis Shipping Group, appeared for the first in the Forbes list as she has a fortune of $5.6 billion dollars. Aristotelis (Telis) Mistakidis follows in second place among the Greeks, with a fortune of $3.2 billion.

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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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With the rise of tourism to Greece year after year, also came the price hikes to many of the islands. Mykonos is definitely one of the more expensive Cycladic islands, with some of the most expensive hotels in Greece.

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Hi there girls, Yes, Mykonos can be expensive, Its because of its popularity, its connections via boat and airport to all other parts of Greece. But, you can still have a great time here and there are places to eat, stay and have a drink at that are not too expensive as others.

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