Goodness gracious, that's gone quickly! I can't believe how it has snuck up! It is so exciting that some people have already arrived and are exploring different corners of Europe. So, if you are still looking for ways to get on or off Milos check out: www.openseas.gr. It's the best ferry website we've found so far.
Also, while there are busses that can take you around the island, it is a great idea to explore Milos' 78 beaches by car - team up with others to cut down the cost. Top of my list is is
Sarakiniko and Paleohori - lovely!
There's loads of places that hire cars, but Sophia in Adamas is very helpful.
Other brilliant things to do in Milos include taking a boat trip around the island. It's a full day (9am to about 5) but for EUR20ish it is a great way to see the island - especially as one of Milos' most beautiful areas - Kleftiko (pictured) - where the coast becomes a series of rocky outcrops, where - so legend has it - thieves, smugglers and pirates hid out. There's also one that includes lunch and ouzo for about EUR50 by a company called Andromeda. Any of the tourist agencies in the port can help you out with this trip.
If you can tear yourself away from the beaches, climb the Kastro in Plaka - the island's highest point - for a great view. Built by the Venetians in the 13th Century, its the only thing remaining of their rule. '
There is also a great museum in Plaka with many great archaelogical finds from the area.
You can also head to the anicent amphitheatre between Plaka and Klima - great views over Klima, a lovely little fishing town also worth a visit . Apparently, it was right near here that the famous Venus de Milos statue was found that now resides in the Louvre.
There are also the earliest some of the earliest found Christian catacombs on Milos - but these have been closed recently and I am not sure if they are open yet.
The villages of Pollonia and Palehori are great stops for lunch... as well... so much to do
Chris and I hope you enjoy exploring! It is a great island and we really hope you like it as much as we do.
We're not sure at this point how much we'll be running around like headless chooks in the days before the wedding, but do give us a call when you've settled and we'll let you know where we are at.
We hear there maybe "activities" on Thursday night, and do join us for a pre-wedding sunset cocktail at the Utopia Bar in Plaka on Friday - (follow a narrow lane to the right at Archondoula's Taverna.) It's lovely!
Other bars we may want to hit include:
- Akri, on the port - cute, outdoors vibe.
- Faros Cafe Club - inbetween Adamas and the airport - late night, on the water, squint and its Eurotrash meets Sydney Harbour
Anyway, lets all have fun exploring together,
See you in Milos.
xx
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