Partying on the island!

Partying on the island!

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Fun

Ios island is the ideal destination for those that have finished their summer obligations and wish to have some relaxing time on the picturesque Cycladic island that is renowned for the experiences that it can offer to its visitors. Whether you want to party at a beach bar when the sun goes down, or you want to go clubbing in one of the most famous bars on the island, Ios can provide you with anything you wish for. Continue reading to learn more!

Clubbing and dancing till dawn

If you also consider having a summer full of endless partying until dawn with your best friends, then you have to prepare yourselves because Ios is the ideal destination for you. People call it Aegean’s Ibiza, as its reputation is spread out to all continents. In Mylopotas beach you will find the most famous beach bar on the island, being overcrowded during the summer days! Parties by the beach go from day to night with the most famous Greek, and not only, DJs and music producers playing their beats while you’re dipping in the pool and the sea! A nighty walk at Chora is a must! All clubs and bars are crowded with people and located in the picturesque alleys. You can start your night with a cocktail at Orange bar while Disco 69 can be your next stop. There you can experience epic parties in the sound of foreign music and enjoy the night with the locals and other tourists. We saved you the best part for last with Sweet Irish Dream being the best place for after clubbing! If you also consider yourself to be a party animal and want to go on a spree while listening to techno music or if you are not, and you want to experience it for once, then you have to try this kind of party. Whatever you choose, we can assure you that Ios is the best destination to live to the fullest.

Ios: Where partying never stops!!!

Ios: Where partying never stops!!!

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Travel Experience

Every year at the Cycladic island of Ios takes place the wildest party which assures you with an unforgettable experience. Ios’ nightlife reputation goes beyond the borders and attracts tourists from all over the world that are willing to know Homer’s famous island. It is beyond doubt the fact that the majority of the travelers visit Ios for the endless nightlife but it is a destination that has much more to offer. Get ready for a journey full of drinks, love, smiles but also sea, tradition, and nature!

Welcome to Chora of Ios island

The island’s Chora is scenic and with white colors, circularly built upon the island’s hill and above the debris of the ancient town that used to be located in the same spot. You will notice all the features of the classic Cycladic architecture. The circularly built white houses, the chapels on the hillside, the alleys, and the small yards create a picturesque dreaming setting. The village is located under Panagia Gkremiotissa which dominates a part of the medieval castle of the island. It is worth visiting the Archeological Museum which is located on the ground floor of the city hall and the Museum of Modern Art ‘Jean Mari Drot’.

A walk to Magkanari

Magkanari stands on the south part of the island and via a paved road is connected with Chora and the harbor. The route to get there is one of a kind as it crosses the island and reaches almost the highest place of that at approximately 500 meters. The shape of the rocks is impressive and towards the end, you will set eyes on the extraordinary view of the three back-to-back beaches of Magkanari. Truly exotic scenery!

Religious monuments

Many of Ios’ churches have been characterized as historical landmark designation monuments of the post-Byzantine period since they are considered as typical evidence of the Cycladic island architecture. The island’s oldest church, named Agia Theodoti, is located in the northeast part of the island and it was built in the 16th century, over the ruins of Apollo’s temple. It is a worth-seeing landmark! On the other hand, Fragkokklisia is the catholic church of Ios and has stood near the elementary school at Chora from the 14th century.

The great historical figures of the island.

According to tradition, Ios is considered to be the homeland of the mother of the legendary poet Homer. It is assumed that the poet died and was buried in Plakoto, where his grave stands in the north part of the island. It is far away from Chora but it is worth visiting as it offers a great view of the surrounding area.

Another great historical figure of the island is Odysseas Elitis, remembered as the architecture ambassador of his beloved Ios. You will find the extraordinary ‘Odysseas Elitis’ theater with 1.100 seats at Chora, built according to the ancient model and named after the Nobel-priced poet.

A dip in the vast blue sea.

A day on the island starts and ends at the magical beaches. The vast gold sand of Mylopotas beach with the impressive bay and azure waters is undoubtedly the best part of the island. There you can find any type of leisures and supplies such as water sports, food, transportation, and accommodation to be prepared for the party.

Magkanari beach steals the show as it connects beautifully five bights with five golden sanded beaches with crystal clear waters. This magical location is worth your attention if you want to experience the scenes from the movie ‘The Big Blue’ at the place where they were filmed.

This is the definition of fun!

Ios nightlife doesn’t need a lot of recommendations. You’ll have already heard a crazy story and taken a little taste of what it is like. The mood is already good from the time that the clock hits midnight. Young people coming from all over the world are connected to create an unforgettable night full of passion, dance, music, and much more drinks. So, are you ready?

Ios: Restaurants for all tastes

Ios: Restaurants for all tastes

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Food

 A WALK AROUND THE RESTAURANTS OF IOS

FROM LOW TO HIGH PRICED

Ios, the extraordinary island of entertainment, does not only provide its visitors a nightlife full of partying. Ios’ gastronomy is promising as the niotic cuisine has many flavors coming from local natural products. There you can find many restaurants with a variety of flavors that ride out every need. However, some of them stand out and you have to know why. Here we recommend 5 flavorsome visits that you must do in Ios.

Drakos.

Drakos.

The fish tavern ‘Drakos’ is located next to the famous Mylopotas beach from 1962. It is the best choice for fresh seafood and fish appetizers combined with ouzo by the seaside. It is known for its casserole with fresh shrimps and mussels while the fish soup and the octopus with finocchio and orange cannot be missed. It is a place with approachable prices and the visitors can enjoy their meal without feeling guilty.

Vilaeti.

Heading through the northern beaches of the island, you will find the Vilaeti tavern at Epano Kampos village, almost 4 kilometers from the windmills. A family runs the business and offers homemade recipes made with good raw materials coming from their vegetable garden and local farmers and producers. In their calm and beautiful terrace, you will enjoy delicious foods like sweet-smelling lamb cooked in the clay pot, veal with fresh cheese cooked in the earthenware, goat meat cooked in the wood-fired oven, and many nibbles like stuffed zucchini blossoms, falafel, and pies made with homemade phyllo dough. It is a well-priced restaurant that provides good portions of food.

Agosto.

Agosto restaurant is located at the center of the island and it fascinates the visitors with its decoration and the unique quality of food. There you can enjoy the Italian and Mediterranean cuisine on the terrace that is full of white tables, olive trees, and atmospheric music. It serves special fresh salads, fresh pasta, and original Italian pizza. Try the bass ceviche, the linguine with sea urchin, rocket, and lime juice and for dessert, the extraordinary calzone stuffed with chocolate. Don’t forget to combine all those flavors with good wine. The prices range around 20 euros per person according to one’s choices.

Kubara.

The well-known seafood restaurant is located literally by the sea of Kubara beach. It can give you a miraculous view and a dreamy sunset as you enjoy Mediterranean and traditional recipes. The fish comes fresh directly from the boats. You will be fascinated by the lobster and shrimp pasta and the barbecued shrimp with rice. It may be a pricey restaurant in general but it has reasonable prices for what it offers.

Grandma’s.

This restaurant is one of the most expensive and luxurious and it is located at the ‘Liostasi’ hotel in the center of the island with a view of the vast blue sky. The recipes are made with good raw materials coming from the Cyclades and Greek farmer producers. The prices reflect the unbeatable quality and the fact that the famous chef Lefteris Lazarou is in charge of the menu. You will taste special and unique dishes like smoked eel, ravioli with anthotyro, a traditional fresh cheese, and apricot, Evritania’s prosciutto, the rooster with home-made cannelloni stuffed with mushrooms and jamon while the list is also extensive when it comes to desserts and wines. The price is over 35 euros per person but it consists of a unique experience for your palate that cannot be missed.

Ios: Amusement for all!

Ios: Amusement for all!

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Fun, Travel Experience

Ios is an island that is known for the lifestyle that it offers to travelers. This reputation is spread out to the world. Every year Ios invites thousands of visitors to enjoy themselves in its alleys and get lost in its light-green waters. You will probably hear that Ios has two sides. Indeed! On the one hand, you will get to know the revelry life while on the other hand, you will see the beautiful alleys with the traditional design. By this, you can understand that this island can provide many options for all kinds of ages, from young kids to elders. All of them have one common aim, to get to know and feel this one of the kind place.

Having fun until the morning

Ios is known for its revelry life. Every year the island is overwhelmed by young people that want to have fun, dance, and meet one’s match. Music starts reverberating from midday while drinking doesn’t stop until the next day. Music, alcohol, parties go until the morning. By the night, beach bars turn into clubs with famous DJs from all around the world playing their music. Of course, the fun part doesn’t stop here. Party lovers can visit the after-clubs of the island to continue their merrymaking. When the appetite gets them up they search for fast and cheap solutions at the food kiosks and fast-food restaurants of the island. Nobody sleeps nor wants to. That’s how life flows for the youth on the island! Be aware of the fact that when you visit the island you will get to party more than sleep and relax!

Other aspects of the island

Other than partying, the island can provide its visitors with absolute calmness. In the morning, during the sunrise, the island becomes a picturesque landscape. There are cube-shaped little houses, built in a semi-circular way and churches on the hillsides. Ideal places for you to wander around. The Cycladic white alleys, the twelve windmills, churches with arched bell towers and the blue domes, and the gardens full of flowers. The summer traditional feast that takes place on August 15th is one of the best events on the island with people dancing and singing to traditional folk music until the morning! From that, you can experience the authenticity of Ios! Do not forget to taste the local flavors, the niotic Kefalotyri cheese, thyme honey, the pomegranate drink, and of course do not miss your dips in the sea. Bright blue waters, pebbles, and golden sand from one beach to another, as well as the emerald waters, create a seductive landscape that is worldwide known.

Ios…Beautiful and cosmopolitan!

Ios…Beautiful and cosmopolitan!

by | Mar 21, 2022 | Uncategorized

Even though you haven’t gotten the chance to walk the cobblestone streets of Chora or swim in the crystal clear waters of Mylopotas beach, you are probably always thinking of having your vacations on the magical island of Ios. The name of the island comes from the word ‘Ia’, which refers to the flowers that grew abundantly on the island and fell in line with the Cycladic and Aegean atmosphere. Ios and its flowers became a part of the parties while it is a choice for many tourists coming from abroad. It’s the island that has managed to combine its beauty and natural landscapes that exude moments of relaxation, with the unique and intense nightlife and the endless parties that go until the morning. Experience the beauty and the cosmopolitan life! A kind of vacation where you can experience everything and it will be unforgettable.

Beautiful…

For those that want to experience the other parts of the island, maybe something from its Cycladic beauty, you will be fascinated by its uniqueness. The windmills, the churches, the cobblestone streets, and the old neighborhoods, are some of the characteristic elements that you will get to know on the island. Except for the beautiful natural landscapes and the crystal clear waters, it has to offer many sightseeings, such as Homer’s known grave. According to a legend, the grave is located on the ruins of a Hellenistic tower at Plakoto, and when you get there the ecstatic view of the island and the Aegean will take your breath away. Next up, you will find the Panagia Gkremiotissa church which is also known for the magical view that it offers and it has been the ideal destination for those that feel romantic and want to see the wonderful sunset. Its beauty continues, with the famous 12 windmills, Panagia Paleokastritissa located in the 16th-century castle whose dome has a view of the Aegean and of course, the 365 churches that are built on the island. You only need a good mood and a comfortable pair of shoes and you will experience the beauty and the magic of the island that will remain unforgettable to you.

And cosmopolitan…!

After experiencing the calm and relaxing part of the island, get ready to explore the also beautiful, cosmopolitan, and full-of-life island of Ios. In Ios, this kind of life comes with the cosmopolitan bars and restaurants, where you can taste unique traditional recipes that can satisfy everyone, but also tasteful wines or cocktails, that you’ll not forget. It is about the island of 365 churches (one for each day of the year as the residents assert) and 365 bars. The diversion in Ios has no limits, nor borders. There is a long tradition that connects the island with revelry entertainment and summer parties. At those parties, people are invited from all over the world. Ios is known for its wild nightlife and it’s not a coincidence that it is known as the island that never sleeps. All bars and clubs can be found at Chora. The party begins from the beach bars early in the evening and goes on at the clubs until dawn. The alleys are constantly crowded with people of all ages as Ios has many kinds of options to offer. If you are a party lover, you will for sure live a one-of-a-kind life experience of entertainment and you’ll want to experience it again and again!