Continuing on from Santorini (Thira port), we headed to Mykonos by ferry which took around 2 hours. We booked the tickets in advance and it’s relatively easy. A note worth mentioning is that there are different operating companies. The ferries also don’t really run on time, so we had to keep an eye out while waiting at the pier for the correct ferry.
Mykonos is famed for being a party island. We went on the first week of April during their “shoulder season”, which meant that most shops/bars weren’t open yet and were still getting ready for the season to start. This was actually great for us! We weren’t really in for party scene anyway, so the timing meant we could enjoy quieter streets and appreciate the quaint island even more.
I absolutely love Greece and the Mediterranean climate. From the infinite blue skies, white-washed houses to the idyllic landscapes.
As the locals were still preparing for the season, we came across so many locals repainting their walls and street floors with new layers of white. I loved the distinct rounded floor pattern all over the island.
We explored the backstreets and narrow alleys. The bright white-washed buildings are complemented by blue or red doors and window shutters.
It’s probably fair to say the food on the island isn’t the cheapest, but there’s a lot of choice for restaurants and coffee shops.
Looking at all the instagram photos of Mykonos, I was really exited to see the blooming pink bougainvillea flowers. However since we went during the shoulder season, the flowers merely bloomed! Fortunately I did come across a couple of trees that bloomed early.
One of the landmarks of Mykonos are these large windmills. Apart from the main stretch on the island front, there are several other windmills scattered up the hills of the island.
It’s hard to compare Santorini and Mykonos since both islands are so different with their own charm and picturesque properties. . Mykonos is definitely more a seaside village and beach destination while you can say Santorini is more romantic. Either way, I enjoyed both islands and I’m glad we visited both.
