Mykonos Holidays and Travel Guide

One of the most popular beaches on the island with crystal clear waters, a vibrant beach bar with music and people dancing throughout the day and night. There are a number accommodation facilities next to the beach ranging from camping sites to luxury resorts and hotels nearby.

This beach is attracting primarily younger holidaymakers, but not only that. Also with some restaurants nearby, you have everything you need to spend your day on the beach.

Agios Sostis lacks the characteristics of an organized beach, but if you can cope with that and also the bumpy road to get there it can be very rewarding. Due to its location it is relatively protected from the winds dominating the northern part of Mykonos and offers crystal clear waters, which can trick you in thinking that it is like a swimming pool.

Located at the south side of the island along various other beaches this very famous beach is one of the top visited ones in Mykonos. It is favored by homosexuals and nudists, but anyone can go really.

There is a beach bar and a restaurant and is smaller and not so organized as the Paradise beach.

As it is a very popular beach, it can get really crowded during peak afternoon times, but the spot is very rewarding.

About 20 minutes drive from the capital of Mykonos, Lia beach provides the perfect setting for those who prefer a more quiet environment, with everything you need for a pleasant time on the beach.

The only facilities offered on this beach are umbrellas, and sunbeds and there is a taverna right next to the beach, proving ideal for eating after having stayed under the sun a lot.

This beach offers everything you will need and what you never thought you would need. Elia is fully organised and at an ideal spot and is usually full of people during the summer peak times. There are many watersports facilities available and a wide range of restaurants, tavernas, shops and luxury facilities, such as waterproof double beds with sun protection.

Is definitely a must should you want to taste the real Mykonos lifestyle and do so in a unique style. Prices of course are relevant to the name of Elia.

Platis Gialos is also one of the most visited beaches on the island, with thousands of holidaymakers visiting the spot daily. There are also hotels located next to the beach, restaurants, tavernas shops and bars, so if you want to have every comfort and facility in short walking distance this is perhaps the most ideal spot, especially if you have children and you are traveling with them.

If you follow the developments in the celebrities world, it is certain that you will find many Greek and international celebrities sunbathing on this beach. It offers many luxuries and a wide range of restaurants, sushi bars, world cuisines and much more. Might seem very expensive for most visitors, but services are of a very high standard.

The Agios Ioannis beach is located at the South-Western coast of Mykonos is ideal for tourists and visitors to the island who want a peaceful place away from all the other crowded beaches of the island.

In Agios Ioannis has a soft-sand beach with crystal clear waters, one of the most clear in the Cyclades Islands and offers very nice view towards the Delos island.

The only facility is a beach bar/restaurant and a hotel.

The island's cosmopolitan status dictates a wide range of accommodation options for all types of budgets. There are luxury and budget hotels, bungalows, rooms and houses to rent, luxury villas with private swimming pools and stunning views, and camping sites.

So whatever your budget, you can find suitable accommodation for the entire of you holiday stay in the island. If you are planning to visit during peak season (July and August) make sure you have booked early because most hotels will more likely be fully booked in those months.

There are many types of events throughout all summer at the island. Cultural, entertainment, traditional and much more.

Religious events, where the local patron saints in the Greek Orthodox religion are honoured are as follows:

June 30 - Agion Apostolon
July 26 - Agia Paraskevi
August 15 - Panagia Tourliani
August 29 Agios Ioannis

Entertainment is one of the key features of Mykonos. Its multi-cultural guests can enjoy a big range of options for their after hours entertainment, with a diverse selection of nightclubs and places to hang out when the sun comes down.

Bars/Nightclubs in Mykonos

Bolero Music Bar

Caprice of Mykonos

Cavo Paradiso, next to the Paradise beach, is a world famous nightclub hosting parties all through the summer.

Some of the key events and celebrity Djs include:

July 17 & August 21 - David Morales
September 1 - Frankie Knuckles (last summer party)

Look out for names like Benny Benassi, Sasha, Joe Vanelli and other big names djing through summer 2009.

Gay Bars/Nightclubs

Pierros Gay Bar - Used to be one of the most famous nightclubs, now a cafe hosting the Gay community and guests.

Ramrod Gay Bar - Located in Mykonos beach, Ramrod hosts daily shows for Gay audiences.