As mentioned, Ikaria is unlike most islands you will find. The fine dining, nightlife and even the way the beaches are set up of quite the opposite from the popular Mykonos, Santorinis and other hotspot destinations of Greece. Often referred to as the “Island Where People Forget to Die,” Ikaria is part of the Blue […]
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Ikaria’s uniqueness also includes that of its diets. One would expect that as an island, the seafood would be a primary focus and something to showcase however it is not the case. Vegetables and locally grown products take center stage. The traditional Ikarian diet is a variation of the Mediterranean diet, emphasizing locally sourced, seasonal […]
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Seychelles My favorite beach in Ikaria. This is a must if you’re visiting the island. Accessible by hike or boat from Maginiti, Seychelles is a small pebbled cove beach with amazing turquoise waters and a gorgeous picturesque cave. Mesakti Mesakti is one the largest and post popular and developed. beaches in Ikaria. Beautiful blue waters […]
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Ikaria is an island in the Aegean strip that has become increasingly popular in recent years rising to fame as a blue zone (an area where people live significantly longer). While I will get into the unspoiled beauty of Ikaria in an upcoming post I wanted to focus this one particularly on nightlife, which is […]
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As you may already know, summers in Greece are a must for me. Having been blessed exploring much of the country over a span of many summers I can safely say no matter where you visit in Greece, you will not be disappointed. Greece, a land steeped in mythology and natural beauty, offers a rich […]
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