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Mykonos vs Santorini

Published 28th Jun. 2021

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The best beach?

Mykonos

Agios Sostis in Panormos Bay; luminous and wild with one of the world's best beach restaurants, Kiki's. 

Santorini

Red beach: black volcanic sand surrounded by red cliffs, a truly spectacular sight. 

Chloé Ruffin - Mykonos

 

Take a trip to...

Mykonos

 Delos Island to admire the ruins. 

Santorini

Visit the volcanic caldera and swim in seawater heated by sulphuric springs. 

Orlio

 

Where to have lunch in the sun...

Mykonos

  Alemagoo, on Ftelia beach, the perfect place to catch up with friends and relax in a beautiful setting.

Santorini

At 1800, a family home with a roof garden overlooking the volcano and caldera.

 

Go shopping at...

Mykonos

 Freeshop, Melissa's trendy store. 

Santorini

Ilias Lalaounis, Greece's hottest jewellery designer, known for his gold creations that blend ancient style with a modern twist.

 

Where to go for an afternoon of culture?

Mykonos

Learn about the history of sailing in the Aegean Sea at the beautiful and compact Maritime Museum.  

Santorini

The amazing Akrotiri excavations, a Minoan era Pompeii uncovered. 

Brad Pict

 

Where to go for sunset drinks?

Mykonos

Go to Galleraki Bar for an aperitif.  

Santorini

Have a cucumber martini on the balcony of Tango Bar overlooking the caldera.

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