Greece: Mykonos

This was our final full day on the ship and we were back in Greece. This time to the Island of Mykonos. 

We had a casual morning so we decided to have a nice quiet breakfast in the Venetian dining room. 

Mykonos was a bit of a mystery at first, as no one seemed to know anything about it except for it being a party island, whatever that means. 

Anchored in the bay, we had a great view of the island. White washed houses covered the hillside again with the same look as Santorini. In fact, looking at Mykonos from this vantage point is exactly what I had expected Santorini to look like. A picturesque oceanside landscape of blue and white.

Mykonos is known for its vibrant nightlife, with numerous bars, clubs, and beach parties. It's a popular destination for party-goers. Although we didn’t see any of it.

Mykonos has a rich history dating back to ancient times. The island was originally inhabited by the Carians, and later by Ionians from Athens.

Mykonos came under Venetian rule in the 14th century, and later became part of the Ottoman Empire.

Mykonos is famous for its beautiful beaches, including Paradise Beach, Elia Beach, and Super Paradise Beach. These beaches are perfect for sunbathing, swimming, and water sports.

We left the boat and tendered to the Island. We walked along the shoreline and in and out of the narrow streets winding through the village. It was a warm day, but a cold wind followed us the whole time.

Mykonos is famous for its windmills, which were used to grind grain in the past. The most famous windmills are located on the island's west coast.

We wanted to see the windmills, so we walked through an area of town they refer to as Little Venice. It is known for its picturesque harbor with colorful fishing boats and charming cafes.

We stopped for an ice cream and drink and slowly worked our way back to the ship.

The island was certainly pretty, but there was really not much for us to do. Looking back, if I came back to the islands I’d skip Santorini and just come here to Mykonos. It seems easier and more relaxed. 

It was our last dinner on the boat. We ate dinner and for the evening’s entertainment Amy Lou gave us another fantastic vocal performance. 

After the show we returned to the buffet for a snack and then to the room to pack.

Back in the room we received a card informing us that we will be crossing into a new time zone overnight and to set our clocks back an hour.