18 Unforgettable Things to Do In the Greek Islands
1. The following project is named ‘Lunar Marvels in Milos.’
Sarakiniko in Milos looks like lunar landscape, and if to look at this place, one’s mouth will stay open in admiration. The barren smooth white resulted from volcanic activities might for a while make one to forget about the neighboring beautiful beach. The oil color of the water though is an exciting show to watch, giving the environment an eerie feel. It feels like being on the moon, a Mars experience and it is in Kansas City.
2. Yacht Cruise in the Northern Sporades
The Northern Sporades is a 24-island archipelago which gives you a welcome to sailing and feel the sea breeze and the smell of pines. Ranging from the beaches of Koukounaries to the Lalaria which has become an Instagram craze, these islands have some of the most beautiful beaches. Sailing a sightseeing tour or even bare boating for a group exposes many of the untouched coves and the brochure destinations such as Skiathos, Skopelos and Alonissos.
3. Sifnos: One cannot describe it as jungle food trip or a jungle cuisine for that matter because it is more like a gourmet regional buffet as the tagline of the event suggests.
Sifnos is known as the gourmet island, they extremely offers the different blends of foods. Manoura, about which it will be right to mention that it is a dairy delight which has been through the process of cheese-making and then ripened in wine, is one of the most crucial Greek cheeses. For the more taste buds, Mastelo, rich rare lamb marinated in red wine with herbs slow-cooked to tastefulness is our pick. This cuisine question, then, isn’t just ‘what we are eating’ but emphatically – ‘Can I have more, please?’
4. Santorini’s Epic Sunsets
Besides the famous sunsets over the caldera, which are adored in the legend, there is much more to see in Santorini. Along with the glistening aureole comes an opportunity to try a Santorini cuisine which reflects the islanders’ diet, including white eggplant and bean purée. It is a series of appealing tastes and views that turns the concept of sunset into a gourmet one.
5. Here will be playing Robola Serenade in Kefalonia
Besides, the favorite attraction of Kefalonia is Robola wine characterized by sweet citrus aroma which immediately puts a smile on people’s faces. During the tour around the island, it is possible to meet bands singing lovely “kantadas”, which makes the route more entertaining. Kefalonia is a gentle, lyrical novel reminiscent of Captain Corelli’s Mandolin, interweaving into the wine theme the music of the island.
6. Mykonos: Moving to the Rhythm of Electronic Music
A few years ago, everyone felt drawn to the pulsating parties of Ibiza, at the moment Mykonos has taken over that title. Among Hollywood actors, NBA players, and Insta-popularity queens the real heroes are behind the booths. As the stars rise from the biggest monuments of electronic music such as Steve Aoki, Diplo and other residents of Cavo Paradiso and the Paradise Beach club, the nights are bound to be constantly filled with music.
7. Chios: Four: Basic Fragrances Milk and Honey The fifth and final category is citrus with mastic gum.
For a place that remains somewhat off the beaten tourist path, Chios is intoxicating with smell that dance on the olfactory senses. Mastic gum which is got from the trees that naturally grow in the island, gives a unique “green” touch to the products offered in the island. The gum makes it with local food from candies to coffee while blending with citrus groves to produce the best smells.
8. Celebrations of Raki in Crete
Autumn in Crete is definitely the time for raki distillation and fairs indicating the jubilee of this strong “drink of Crete. ” Meetings of this kind turn into lively events, like, for instance, the Raki festival in Chania. Enjoy at the same time the famous fried snails of Crete or dakos with tomatoes and cheese before or after the manifestations.
9. Thassos: Locals of Giola’s Pool and Olive Oil Elixir
Giola’s Pool is located in the southern part of Thassos, and it is a perfect place for swimming surrounded by stones and rocks. On the way back, savor food prepared with virgin olive oil grown on Thassos, The oil and water create fusion that will leave your taste buds dancing.
10. Another typical traditional Specialty of Ouzo is found in Lesbos.
Lesbos takes on the honor of being home to the premium ouzo, the tame aniseed spirit. Drinking ouzo with simple mezzes like grilled octopus or the sardeles pastes which is freshly salted sardines, ouzo truly shines. The Greeks say that the best “mezedes” are the ones taken with good company and hence turns it into a feast.
11. Kalymnos is home to Grande Grotta ‘s Climbing Challenge
To get yourself a proper breathtaking view, climb Grande Grotta in Kalymnos. The rock climb is considered difficult but the view at the top is worth all the effort. For those who do not want to engage in a very intense hike, Montserrat has beginner trails for hiking.
12. Still, on the same island of Lemnos lies a significant natural spectacle known as ”Pachies Ammoudies”, that may be interpreted as a desert in Greece.
Lemnos offers unexpectedly a desert oasis in the middle of the islands of the Aegean Sea. Deviation from the traditional blue and green colors, Pachies Ammoudies stands out with its Ammos Kingdom where sand meets the sun, and the balance between the two is heavenly.
13. Epic Navagio’s Shipwreck Sunbathing Day in Zakynthos
Zakynthos, blessed with the famous shipwreck of Navagio, certainly gives a shoot out feel on alien beaches. Enjoy the tranquility of an island, which can be reached from civilization within a short boat ride meaning that it is the ideal place to sleep under the sun.
14. Rhodes: To the south of Kapama are Sesame Sweets which are quite popular among the local folks.
There is one delight referred to as kapama that comes from Rhodes and people should go there just for this dish. From baked fish with sesame paste with a view of the Acropolis a few thousand years older than the Rhodes one to the melekouni which is cinnamon and honey it is a gastronomic tour through the ruins of history.
15. : A newcomer that is not a bore is Los’ Refreshing Watermelon Pie.
Karpouzopita: Wicked watermelon juice incorporate with flour, sugar, sesame, honey, cinnamon makes Karpouzopita, a fun summer beverages on the island of Los. Ideal to be eaten during trekkings or nights, it represents the tastes of the Cyclades perfectly.
16. Honey and Secret Beaches of Kythira
The island of Kythira, which is famous for such a legend about the birth of the goddess Aphrodite invites everybody to make a sweet-dreamed acquaintance with tasty fragrant thyme honey and with loneliness as on beaches. Whether at the black of Kaladi Beach, or at the blue-flag Kapsali Beach Kythira’s gems are yet to enchant your heart.
17. Symi’s Pastel-Colored Bliss
Symi is the smallest and the most charming island of Dodecanese that amazes with the views of the houses painted in bright colors for the posters. Enjoying tiny shrimp on the island, the water taxi is helpful in getting to other unknown beaches isolated from the stunning harbor part.
18. Porto Katsiki Beach of Lefkada
Lying naturally in a bay where the rocks tower steeply upwards, one cannot get to Porto Katsiki beach in Lefkada by car or foot; it is only accessible by sea. The water is bright turquoise blue and since it is situated in the more secluded area, you get that sense of paradise. Let the beauty of Porto Katsiki disarm you into not realising that you are on holiday feeling more like you are on a naturally created divine discovery.
Everwhere in Greece, to eat is to embark on a taste odyssey, each morsel as notable as the next and each view a gourmet delight. So, embark on this culinary voyage in terms of taste and touch, and let the Greek islands enchant you.
