Consider yourself lucky if you spot a pelican - or three! - near a bar at the harbour. Mykonos’ first feathered mascot emerged 40 years ago when one was rescued half-dead by a fisherman. The bird's death in 1986 prompted Jackie Kennedy-Onassis to donate another, Irene. She was joined by Petros who can still be spotted solo or in a group on the island. The pelicans are real celebrities on the waterfront and have been the official mascots of Mykonos for years.
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Mykonos Holidays
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Mykonos is where Greece gets seriously glamorous. This supreme holiday destination might be a hot spot for celebs, but it's just as fit for families, couples and solo travellers looking to bask in ultimate style. Crowned for being the biggest party island in Greece, Mykonos holidays ooze class, from jet-set lovers mooring luxury yachts in the pretty port to high-end terrace bars where you can sip on a glass of fizz. But there's plenty more to this cosmopolitan island than you think.
Holidays in Mykonos also offer miles of dazzling beaches, great hotels and pretty villages to visit. Walk along the cobbled streets of Chora, watch the sun set from Little Venice or day trip to Delos for a touch of UNESCO-style culture. Mykonos is best-known for its eclectic nightlife – both in the town and at the beaches. Head to buzzing Cavo Paradiso on the famous Paradise Beach for a spectacular party setting by the sea or Babylon for its fabulous gay scene.
Mykonos is best visited during the months of September and October. The weather here allows a year-round inflow of tourists except for these two months when the water becomes warm and the hotel tariffs go down. Mykonos is easily accessible as the town has got an airport in its name, the Mykonos International Airport is located 4km from the town. By roads too, Mykonos town is well connected from the other major parts of the province. With its St Tropez-meets-Ibiza style, Mykonos holidays are not to be missed.
Essential Information: When you go and what you'll need
Temperature(Avg.monthly °c)
Rainfall(Avg.monthly mm)
January
9°c
February
9°c
March
12°c
April
15°c
May
19°c
June
23°c
July
26°c
August
25°c
September
23°c
October
19°c
November
14°c
December
10°c
Getting Around
Mykonos Airport is only 4km from Mykonos Town, and transfer times are never long on this small island. Car hire is available at the airport or you can easily pre book a taxi transfer. Once in your resort, you should be able to get to most places on foot. Also, taxis are widely available and the rates are displayed. Scooter hire is popular but wear a helmet. Small boats called kaikia connect the beaches.
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Go Beach Hopping
The calm and sheltered beaches on the southern coast of Mykonos attract a well-heeled crowd. Platis Yialos, Paradise and Super Paradise Beach near Mykonos Town have the island’s typically golden sands and turquoise seas, while northern beaches such as Agios Sostis are more remote but just as picturesque.
Find Your Ideal Resort
The most popular place to stay on Mykonos is beautiful, bustling Mykonos Town, which effortlessly combines the charm of the old with the excitement of the new. Another popular resort is neighbouring Ornos, which is a family favourite thanks to its sheltered beach. Or try Plati Yialos for a classy and cosmopolitan vibe.
Go Boutique Hunting
Most resorts have lovely shops but Mykonos Town is the best place for buying keepsakes and cool new wares. Wander the narrow streets as you browse the boutiques housed in Mykonos’ trademark white sugar-cube like buildings. The island is famous for its quality leather and jewellery and there are several designer boutiques to swoon over.
Nights under the Stars
The nightlife here is sophisticated and prices can reflect this. You’ll have your choice of bars and restaurants in all resorts but the heart of the action is in Mykonos Town. Caprice, with its views of the Little Venice area, is a must-stop destination for a sunset cocktail. Astra Bar is another great one, and don’t miss the buzzing beach clubs like Paradise Club.
Go Inside a Windmill
Wherever you go in Mykonos, you’ll probably be able to spot one of the island’s traditional windmills, used to grind grain in the old days. The 16 snow-white, spherical windmills, with pointed roofs, are largely located in the Chora neighbourhood and around Alefkandra, some have even been converted into museums.
Get Romantic in Little Venice
If you’re looking for romance, head to Little Venice on the edge of the sea in Chora. The colourful waterfront houses, built by ship captains years ago, have been converted to cafes, bars and shops. Order a bottle of wine, perch yourself on a wooden staircase or taverna patio and enjoy the capitivating views out across the azure Aegean Sea.
Take a Cruise to Delos
Take a cruise to the island of Delos, 40 minutes by boat, the spiritual and political centre of Ancient Greece. The mythical birthplace of Apollo and Artemis, it was rediscovered in the 19th century and visitors flock to see the remains of this ancient city including its marketplace, columns, city squares, the Sanctuary of Apollo, Temple of Isis, synagogue and monumental marble archway.
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