South-east of mainland Greece among the Cycladic islands is the beautiful island of Mykonos, home to sandy beaches, a highly regarded nightlife, and a collection of resorts that go above and beyond in ensuring a holiday of utter luxury.

Relish the scenic landscapes of an intimate island traversable within an hour by car or minutes by boat, and catch powerful vistas of the Aegean Sea wherever you go. This is a gem of a destination because of its split personality, as here you can experience the culture and cuisine typical of Greek mythology, while also enjoying the cosmopolitan character of the town brought by trendy bars, suave restaurants and lively nightclubs. Here, you have the best of both worlds in one gorgeous island.

You’ll have plenty to do around Mykonos, with plenty of tours, cultural landmarks and activities to be enjoying throughout your stay. Why not see the island from a catamaran, sipping cocktails at sea? Perhaps check out the traditional Mykonos Windmills and archaeological sites to see the dwellings of those who supposedly came before?

If the culture’s not your bag and you want to see where the party’s at then you’re in luck, as Mykonos town is teeming with bars serving your favourite poison, as well a myriad of scenic beaches dishing up the drinks too. Take part in a plethora of watersports also, as plenty of services are around the coast to give you throttling thrills, since the Aegean waters are perfect for it.

Take up a residency in one of the many resorts around, all oozing with luxury accommodation, dining, leisure and service, and enjoy this beautiful island with world-class living spaces to rest your head of a night. With most boasting grand spas and private beaches of their own, you’ll have no trouble choosing the perfect base of operations for your luxury holiday in Mykonos, the jewel of the Cyclades.

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How did a culturally rich island become a party paradise? The French School of Archaeology excavated from Mykonos in the late 1800’s which by the 1930’s typically attracted artists, politicians, and aristocrats for their getaways. After World War II, travel was far more accessible which meant tourism snowballed into what it is today.