Island of Mykonos

Ah Mykonos, what a beautiful sparkling jewel in the crown that is Greece. The Mykonos island is located in the Aegean Sea and is a popular tourist destination in Greece. This Greek island is loaded with things to do and wondrous sights to behold. Perhaps the hardest question a travel must ask is what to do first.

As you might expect, the picturesque beach of Mykonos is a major attraction. For the more risque traveler, Mykonos offers secluded topless beaches. Fear not family travelers, there are plenty of beach locations for you too. The summer is a great time to go. Picture yourself lounging in the radiant glow of the Mediterranean sunshine as your eyes feast on the beauty of the sea. Read the story »

Cyclades

If you want to experience a wonderful fusion of stone, sunlight and sparkling blue sea, then a visit to the Cyclades islands is a must. These islands form a Mediterranean archipelago where you can find vineyards, ancient sites, and cubist houses. On visiting the Cyclades, you get to see ancient sites, lively nightlife, shops, restaurants, Byzantine castles, and beautiful beaches.

One of the main attractions of the Cyclades is the white, mirage like groups of house that you find along blue waters and along cliffs and hillsides. The two towns of Ia and Fira in Santorini show typical Cyclades architecture where whitewashed houses are built on top of each other. The Mykonos town is another architectural delight to the eyes. There are square, white houses found along the mazelike streets that will really bewilder you! Read the story »

Peloponnese

Peloponnese is located in the southernmost geographic section of mainland Greece. Peloponnese was originally an island, but intense geological upheavals in the area united and divided the region from the mainland twice. Peloponnese features numerous historical sights, a hinterland with beautiful nature, several villages with notable architecture, high tourist infrastructure, and many developed cities.

A visit to Peloponnese provides you with an intriguing view of the remains of great kingdoms and empires of the past eras. The 4th century BC theater at Epidauros is a must visit. This theater is beautifully preserved, and is the place where Olympia first hosted the games that started in the year 776 BC. This once thriving city has till now not lost its appeal, and this is the reason why art lovers flock here to marvel at the Hermes of Praxiteles. Read the story »