With the family, to party or sport which beach of the cyclades to choose?
Santorini, paros, naxos...When these names are mentioned, we immediately imagine white houses with blue shutters overlooking the limpid waters of the Mediterranean.These islands are among the 24 inhabited of the Cyclades archipelago, arranged around the Sacred Island of Delos, the cradle of the god Apollo.Demy Voziki, Director of the Greece Tourist Office in France, and Elena Photiou, sales director at Greece tailor, suggest the islands and their beaches to discover the holidays.
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For families
The beaches of Pano Koufonissi (Koufonissia)
In small cyclades, Pano Koufonissi is on a human scale."The tour of the island is done in three hours on foot.The sandy beaches are close to each other, and the island has numerous guest houses and small charming hotels adapted to families, ”comments Demy Voziki.Among the beaches, one, in particular, is worth the detour: that of Italida ("Italian" in Greek), the largest and the close to the port."The neighboring island of Kato Koufonisi, larger and wilder, is also interesting to visit, but being without accommodation it is more suitable for one day's escapades," continues Demy Voziki.
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Manganari beach, iOS
Located on the opposite of the port and main village of Chora, the beach of Manganari d'Ios is one of the most beautiful on the island."It is a series of small coves of sand, which is rather rare in the cyclades.The waters are shallow, making it a safe place for children, ”describes Demy Voziki.Many guest houses, also ideal for families, are available in the surrounding area.
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For water sports enthusiasts
Agios prokopios, naxos
Naxos and paros are perfect for water sports enthusiasts."These islands have many nautical clubs accessible at all levels," recalls Demy Voziki.In Naxos, Agios Prokopios beach, a large expanse of sand protected from wind and large waves, is ideal for a first diving or kitesurf experience.This beach is located a few kilometers from the port and the airport.On the neighboring island of Paros, Golden Beach also has many nautical sports clubs and equipment rental stores, the festive atmosphere in addition thanks to the presence of several beach bars.
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For nature
Mouros beach, amorgos
The most eastern island of the cyclades, Amorgos served as a decor in the film Le Grand Bleu by Luc Besson.Here, the blue is dark, a sign of the depth of the sea.And the meltem is constantly blowing (especially during the summer), which makes the island one of the best kitesurfing spots in the cyclades."Amorgos has few tourist infrastructure.Many monasteries are to be discovered along the hiking trails, enough to combine nature and culture, ”underlines Elena Photiou.Although small, Mouros is among the most beautiful beaches on the island.Have ten minutes of walking from the main road.Several caves are accessible without difficulty swimming.To enjoy the beauty of the place, nothing better than having a drink at the tavern overlooking the beach.
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Sarakiniko beach, milos
The island of Milos is known to be the place of discovery of the statue of Aphrodite, called Venus de Milo.It has more than 70 beaches, all marked by its volcanic character.The most spectacular of them is undoubtedly that of Sarakiniko, located 45 minutes' walk from the port of Adamas.With its white chalk cliffs carved by the wind and the waves, this beach looks like a lunar landscape.No wonder this natural site is among the most photographed in the Aegean Sea."The best is to go there early in the morning or when sunset.The absence of shadow and whiteness of the rocks being conducive to reverberation, the atmosphere can quickly become suffocating in case of hot weather, ”recommends Demy Voziki.
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Serifos beaches
"Serifos is an island that remains unknown despite its proximity to Athens.Even in the middle of the season, we can count on a certain tranquility, ”says Elena Photiou.Marked by arid landscapes, the island has nearly 70 beaches and coves, most of which are not arranged.Psili Ammos, located in a picturesque bay, is among the most popular (and most frequented) on the island and is located a few kilometers from the main port of Livadi.For even more calm, direction the beaches of Platis Gialos (North) and Megaro Livadi (Southwest).The latter is close to abandoned quarries, testimony to the mining past of Serifos.
To party
Kalo Livadi beach, Mykonos
Mykonos is undoubtedly the most fetard of the Greek islands.To enjoy a chic and chill festive atmosphere, direction Kalo Livadi beach, ten kilometers from the capital."Several 5 -star and villas hotels are located a little behind this beach," recalls Demy Voziki.A beach that has the advantage of being extended, which is relatively rare in Mykonos.The Aegon Mykonos Autograph Collection, with a spa and two outdoor pools, embodies the proper elegance instead.The three bars that share the extent of sand broadcast music throughout the day and rent loungers and parasols rental.
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Accessible by boat
Achla beach, Andros
Andros is the northern island of the Cyclades archipelago.From Athens (port of Rafina), it is accessed in just two hours with fast ferries.Among the greenest in Greece, it has been reputed since antiquity for its vines and fruit trees."Achla beach, marked by its crystal clear waters and cliffs, is undoubtedly the most beautiful on the island," suggests Demy Voziki.Around the beach, there are streams and small lakes conducive to swimming.Many plane trees offer a salutary shadow during hot days.Access by road is only possible with an all-terrain vehicle.The safest and fastest way to get there is the boat from Chora, the capital of Andros (20 minutes).