Mykonos is a jewel amongst the Cyclades, with its dream-like beaches and cosmopolitan flair, attracting thousands of tourists since the early 1960s. Mykonos is renowned for its breathtaking landscapes, traditional Cycladic setting filled with white-beaten homes, towering Windmills, whitewashed churches and enchanting harbour. Mykonos is also famed for its wild night scene and golden sandy beaches.
Being one of the top tourist resorts in the world, the coastal town of Limassol attracts thousands of holidaymakers all through the year to its shimmering blue bays, stunning landscapes, captivating cultural and historic landmarks and attractions. Limassol satisfies even the most discerning visitors. Take a look at what Limassol has to offer in a nutshell!
The Greek island of Corfu has long attracted a wealth of creative talent from all corners of the world. Whether this popularity is due to the island’s inspirational nature or breathtaking scenery is yet unclear. What is certainly a fact is that Gerald Durrell (1925-1995), a botanist, nature and animal lover, a naturalist and writer, opened the world to Corfu’s undeniable natural beauty and set it on the map for life.
Corfu or Kerkyra, as it is called in Greek, is rich in Byzantine churches, Venetian fortresses and sandy beaches which are just some of the reasons it remains one of the most popular tourist destinations of our times. The island has influences of Greek, French, Italian and British history that is evident while strolling through its maze of narrow and winding streets where you will encounter buildings and monuments that have come out of a history channel.
Paphos has long been a famed tourist resort attracting holidaymakers to its sandy-golden beaches. What most visitors fail to recognise, until they actually visit the coastal city, is that Paphos boasts with fascinating historic landmarks and ancient sites. In fact, Paphos’ story began during the Neolithic period and this is the place where the Greek Goddess of Love and Beauty, Aphrodite, rose from the sea foam.
Anyone who has visited Paphos will tell you that the city is one of the hottest holiday destinations of our times, boasting with cultural events, jaw-dropping beaches as well as inspiring archaeological sites. But, did you know that Paphos is a haven for family holidays?
Take a look at some of the top family activities you can enjoy while vacationing in Paphos.