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A n international destination for fashion designers, Hollywood
stars, celebrities and ship owners, the Island of the Winds is an
explosive cocktail of passion, cosmopolitan flair, history and
incomparable natural beauty.
DAY ONE
I arrive in Mykonos on the early morning flight and with my rented car
from iCar (Petros Andronikos, +30 6980 507000), I drive to what will be
my haven for the next few days: the welcoming Kamari Hotel (+30 22890
23424, kamarihotel-mykonos.com). From the terrace I can see the gorgeous
Platis Gialos beach close by, but today I opt for the cosmopolitan Psarou that
boasts fine, golden sand. I tuck into a light lunch with friends at Nammos (+30
22890 22440), before following them to the impressive five-star hotel, Kivotos
Club Hotel (2890 24094, kivotosclubhotel.com), for poolside cocktails until
sundown. Tonight will feature sinful Mediterranean dishes in the Argentinian
style at Puerto El Pecado (+30 6932 288318) in Camares.
DAY TWOoday I will explore the island’s more primitive northern side,
indulging in the crystalline waters of Agios Sostis. At lunchtime, the
T smell of delicious fresh fish draws me to Kiki’s taverna, located just
above the beach. I return to town for a relaxing coffee at Aigli and a stroll
around the shops. Time is of the essence and I am in a hurry to get to Scarpa,
in Little Venice, before dusk. They say you cannot appreciate the essence of
Mykonos until you have enjoyed a cocktail while gazing at the sunset from
here. However, I need to charge my batteries for the night ahead so I return to
Lakka where I indulge in homemade dishes, such as moussaka, cod with garlic
sauce, meatballs and halva, at Bakalo (+30 22890 78 121). Last stop: Jackie O’
(+30 22890 79167) for disco until you drop.
DAY THREE
I t is nine o’clock in the morning. I find myself at Mykonos old port with
my hat, trousers and trainers ready for the boat to take me to the island
of Delos (€15 euro return). I pay the entrance fee (€5) and enter the
archaeological zone anxious to walk through the Agora of the Competaliasts
and the Stoa of Philippos, and to wander around the Agora of the Delians, the
Temple of Apollo and the Terrace of the Lions. Upon my return to Mykonos
I swing by windless Ai Giannis beach for a refreshing swim with Delos in the
background. Soon enough I find myself at Ornos to taste Aris Tsanaklides’
delicacies at Kuzina (+30 22890 26434). In the afternoon I head into town to
the Kapopoulos Fine Arts gallery (+30 22890 27005), which showcases Sophia
Kalogeropoulou’s work until July 25. The evening comes to a close at Sale &
Pepe (+30 22890 24207) that boasts gourmet flavours from Northern Italy and
an extensive wine list. The problem is that, once again, the only private table in
the cellar next to the wooden wine bar is already taken.
DAY FOUR
I t is windy this morning, perfect for windsurfing in Kalafati, the island’s
premier water sports beach. For lunch I have been invited to Mykonos
Grace hotel’s design restaurant (Agios Stefanos, mykonosgrace.com). I
take the road back to my hotel and relax by the pool. In the evening I drive to
Bill & Coo restaurant (+30 22890 26292), where chef Athinagoras Kostakos
offers inventive Mediterranean creations made from fresh, organic island
produce. Some evenings feature the eclectic flavours of famous guest chefs,
such as George Stylianoudakis from NOMA.
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A n international destination for fashion designers, Hollywood
stars, celebrities and ship owners, the Island of the Winds is an
explosive cocktail of passion, cosmopolitan flair, history and
incomparable natural beauty.
DAY ONE
I arrive in Mykonos on the early morning flight and with my rented car
from iCar (Petros Andronikos, +30 6980 507000), I drive to what will be
my haven for the next few days: the welcoming Kamari Hotel (+30 22890
23424, kamarihotel-mykonos.com). From the terrace I can see the gorgeous
Platis Gialos beach close by, but today I opt for the cosmopolitan Psarou that
boasts fine, golden sand. I tuck into a light lunch with friends at Nammos (+30
22890 22440), before following them to the impressive five-star hotel, Kivotos
Club Hotel (2890 24094, kivotosclubhotel.com), for poolside cocktails until
sundown. Tonight will feature sinful Mediterranean dishes in the Argentinian
style at Puerto El Pecado (+30 6932 288318) in Camares.
DAY TWOoday I will explore the island’s more primitive northern side,
indulging in the crystalline waters of Agios Sostis. At lunchtime, the
T smell of delicious fresh fish draws me to Kiki’s taverna, located just
above the beach. I return to town for a relaxing coffee at Aigli and a stroll
around the shops. Time is of the essence and I am in a hurry to get to Scarpa,
in Little Venice, before dusk. They say you cannot appreciate the essence of
Mykonos until you have enjoyed a cocktail while gazing at the sunset from
here. However, I need to charge my batteries for the night ahead so I return to
Lakka where I indulge in homemade dishes, such as moussaka, cod with garlic
sauce, meatballs and halva, at Bakalo (+30 22890 78 121). Last stop: Jackie O’
(+30 22890 79167) for disco until you drop.
DAY THREE
I t is nine o’clock in the morning. I find myself at Mykonos old port with
my hat, trousers and trainers ready for the boat to take me to the island
of Delos (€15 euro return). I pay the entrance fee (€5) and enter the
archaeological zone anxious to walk through the Agora of the Competaliasts
and the Stoa of Philippos, and to wander around the Agora of the Delians, the
Temple of Apollo and the Terrace of the Lions. Upon my return to Mykonos
I swing by windless Ai Giannis beach for a refreshing swim with Delos in the
background. Soon enough I find myself at Ornos to taste Aris Tsanaklides’
delicacies at Kuzina (+30 22890 26434). In the afternoon I head into town to
the Kapopoulos Fine Arts gallery (+30 22890 27005), which showcases Sophia
Kalogeropoulou’s work until July 25. The evening comes to a close at Sale &
Pepe (+30 22890 24207) that boasts gourmet flavours from Northern Italy and
an extensive wine list. The problem is that, once again, the only private table in
the cellar next to the wooden wine bar is already taken.
DAY FOUR
I t is windy this morning, perfect for windsurfing in Kalafati, the island’s
premier water sports beach. For lunch I have been invited to Mykonos
Grace hotel’s design restaurant (Agios Stefanos, mykonosgrace.com). I
take the road back to my hotel and relax by the pool. In the evening I drive to
Bill & Coo restaurant (+30 22890 26292), where chef Athinagoras Kostakos
offers inventive Mediterranean creations made from fresh, organic island
produce. Some evenings feature the eclectic flavours of famous guest chefs,
such as George Stylianoudakis from NOMA.
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