MYKONOS: One of the most cosmopolitan of all the Greek islands, Mykonos has an international reputation and quite justifiably attracts a large number of tourists from all over the world. The capital of Chora boasts a colorful harbor where small fishing boats nest happily along side luxury yachts. One of the most charming districts of Chora is Little Venice with the picturesque houses of the island's sea captains, built right on the rocks lashed on by the sea. The mascot of the Island is a Pelican, called Petros, and has been called Petros since time immemorial, obviously many re-incarnations since the first edition. It can be seen trying to bite tourists at the port.

The beaches listed below are definitely ones a first timer to the island wants to see.
Paraga: Nice, small beach with beautiful landscape (Cape Drapanos) that the winds leave in peace.
Agrari: The most secluded beach, for those who do not like crowds.
Paradise (Kalamopodi): Beautiful and frequented beach, well known from the hippy years.                                                                                                          Super Paradise: Ravers, gays and wannabe-famous'. Nice beach, strong music coming from the bars and the other happenings.
Elia: Almost exclusively nudist and probably the best beach in Mykonos.

Mykonos has excellent restaurants. For the best dining on the island, make reservations at ‘Katrine's.’ The food is superb, the waiters very attentive, and the atmosphere perfect. Aristotle Onassis favored ‘Katrine’s’ and he would make a special trip by yacht just to have a memorable dinner there. You may sit inside or out, but outside is preferred if you want to watch the crowds pass by.  Sea Satin,’ owned by Christos (with the far-out look) left Ai-Yanni and moved to the corner of the Old Venice, beneath the windmills. He will serve you fresh fish and, if he's in the right mood, will be making a sculpture right next to you. ‘Ithaki’ restaurant located at paradise beach offers various fresh delicacies from the sea, and the view overlooking the bay, is breathtaking.

The ‘Phillippi’ restaurant is another excellent choice; here the seating is all inside, but the inside is a lovely, indoor garden. The island’s entire “good crowd” goes there to enjoy very good quality in meat and seafood. Comfortable, friendly, and most of all, Chrisa is there getting the spirits up.
All in all, the food in Mykonos is excellent. It is the custom here to go into the kitchen and choose your food, if you prefer.

For sunset ‘Caprice’, located in little Venice is probably the most popular of bars. Enjoy your pina colada as the sun sinks into the magical waters of the Aegean. For another drink ‘Astra’ bar maintains its good old reputation, but with a cooler attitude. And to top the night off head over to ‘La Notte’ at the end of the port for live Greek music and never-ending fun.

DELOS: Visit the excavated ruins of Delos, such as the Avenue of the Lions (7C BC), the theater (3C BC), and many one and two-story houses with mosaic floors, like the House of the Trident. A flight of steps ascends the island’s summit, Mt. Kynthos, the birthplace of Apollo.
Well worth a visit, especially in the spring when wildflowers are in bloom. All boats leave very early and must return from Delos in the early afternoon – no one is allowed to stay there.

PAROS: Paros is the third largest of the Cyclades after Naxos and Andros and has developed into an important center of tourism in recent years.
Gently rolling hills surround the center and southeast of the island, which is predominantly agricultural and is occupied by endless vineyards.  Among the beaches near Naoussa, special attention should be made of Kolibithres were huge rocks eroded into strange shapes reminding the visitor of sculptures embedded in the sand. Langeri is a secluded sandy beach and can be reached easiest by sea.  Another great beach is Drios, which has a fabulous fish taverna great for lunch.
For an afternoon coffee or a fruit filled cocktail in Paroikia is the ‘Meltemi’ café-bar, which is strategically located for sunset lovers while ‘Apollo’, which is located on the Market Street will offer the traditional friendly Greek environment. It was founded 15 years ago in the premises of what used to be the old olive oil press plant. The menu features Greek and International cuisine.
Naoussa is the second largest town to the north. Dine at ‘Barbarossa’ and enjoy a variety of seafood including lobster, seashells and fresh fish. Then off to the bars for a drink, ‘Kavarnis’ (60's and 70's), ‘Sofrano’ (60's-80's), ‘Ranta’ (mostly Greek music), ‘Cafe del Mar’ (90's), and the ‘Agosta Bar’. After 4am the place to be is ‘Linardo’ nightclub with progressive house music. But for Greek music lovers ‘Nestos-Club’ or ‘Vareladiko’ is another option. Right after the club and before you fall asleep for the night go to ‘Viktoras’ and try his cheesepie straight out of the oven or ask for his patented croissant “Croissant Emvolo”.

IOS: Lovers of the sea will be enraptured by the superb beaches of Ios. The long sandy beach of Kalamos is a natural reserve on the eastern coast of the island. South of Kalamos lies the beach of Papa, and a short way off lies Manganari. This chain represents some of the most beautiful beaches in the Aegean.  There are also many seaside taverns where you can taste fresh fish.
Lord Byron, located in the center of town is one of the most unique and celebrated restaurants in the Cycladic Islands. At Koumbaras' beach, near the port, lies the famous taverna "Polidoras,” while "Barba Manolis" offers delicious snacks and excellent local wine.
The best way to enjoy your night with the latest dancing hits and the most famous hits and the most famous oldies is ‘Disco 69’ which also happens to serve more than 50 different cocktails. Ios Club’ is the absolute choice for early in the night, in the main town but with a great view of the seaport providing classical music, funky cocktails all in excellent style. A must. And for those into the after hours, ‘Scorpion Disco’ is the hottest disco on Ios.
Other action places on Politechniou St. include ‘Downtown’, with live jazz and folk and ‘Borzoi’, very popular, which plays some Greek music.  

SANTORINI: As you approach Santorini by the sea, it's easy to imagine the cataclysm that gave birth to this astonishing Greek Island that has become such a popular tourist destination. The boat edges between bare islands of volcanic rock and the crescent shaped remains of the volcano.  Santorini boasts sheer black cliffs rising 200 metres out of the sea.

From the gulf of Thera boats can take you to Nea Kammeni. There you can see the volcano's crater where hot air and sulphuric steam still rises. Hot springs exist at the nearby Palia Kammeni where the sea is sulphur-blue.

The wine distillery of the ‘Boutari’ firm, open from 8:00 a.m. until late in the evening, is also worth visiting. The island produces especially excellent dry white wines (a wide choice of over sixty local brands), dry red wine (in very small quantities) and sweet dessert wines (vinsanto). Do not neglect to try them at the restaurants, the local wineries, the coffee shops and the bars of the island.

Santorini has magnificent beaches. Out of the ordinary "tropical style," the island has to offer unique places to swim. Beaches where the sand is black, red, or white, the sun is hot, and the sea is deep blue and crystal clear.

Vlihada, located in the Perivolos area, offers a perfect spot for those wishing to avoid big crowds. There also happens to be a taverna called ‘Vlihada’, which is a great place for a light lunch.

Not too far from the ancient site of Akrotiri is the red beach with the same name. Scouring red lava cliffs, which drop right to the black sandy shore and into the clear blue sea, make for a majestic setting. For some ouzo and Greek mexedes (appetizers) try taverna ‘Delfinia’.

Ammoudi and Armeni are two beautiful beaches, which are frequented by visitors to Oia, that fascinating town built on the edge of a cliff. Ammoudi is situated directly below Oia on the northwest tip of the island while Armeni is a little further on.

The ‘Blue Note’ restaurant is located in Imerovigli is waiting for all of you wishing to get to know the unique flavors of breathtaking Santorini. In a wonderful and relaxing Cycladean environment with a view of the deep-blue Aegean Sea, you will have the opportunity to try ‘Blue Note’s’ famous exquisite seafood, fresh fish and lobster. Another superb place is the restaurant ‘1800’ which is located in a unique mansion which was entirely renovated since it was destroyed in the earthquake of 1956.The restaurant offers Mediterranean cuisine with the emphasis placed on traditional plates of Santorini and of Greece in general.
For an afternoon drink visit the ‘Franco’ bar located in Thera while you enjoy excellent music and the very best view of the volcano.
Then off to the trendy ‘Enigma’ club, were they play mainstream rhythm till the early morning.

SIFNOS: Sifnos is a mountainous island with fertile valleys, beautiful beaches and several towns.
There are clean and attractive beaches all over the island. Platygialos is a large sheltered beach, Vathi is one of the most beautiful beaches in Greece with fine sand and the well-known ‘Manolis’ taverna.
 
A popular meeting point for all the “yachties” of all Sifnos Island is the ‘On the Rocks’ café, which is situated in the middle of the bay of Faros. It is on the top of the rocks and has a panoramic view of the entire port.

‘Kambourakis’ or ‘Meropi’ in Kamares serve authentic food from Sifnos along with the freshest meat and fish. If a late afternoon ouzo with octopus, cucumbers, tomatoes, olives and feta cheese while gazing at the fishing boats gently swaying in the breeze is what you came to Greece for, you’ve found it.

On the beach called Apakafto next to the monastery of Chrysopigi is the restaurant ‘Chrysopigi’. Try the roast lamb and the famous lamb mastella, which Sifnos is known for. Instead of roasting it is cooked in a clay pot.

SERIFOS: As your vessel glides into the port of Livadi you will catch your first glimpse of the towering hills of Serifos flecked with the white, sugar-cube houses of Chora.
The island's market provides tourists with local products of top quality, such as fresh honey, wine and the famous local chickpeas.
The greatest attraction of Serifos is its magnificent beaches. The magnificent beach of Psilli Ammos, which lies about 2 km to the east of Livadi, beckons with the softest and whitest sand. Psilli Ammos is sheltered and complete with two tavernas where one can enjoy a delicious lunch. We recommend the picturesque ‘Manolis’ taverna. Also visit the long golden-sand beach of Livadakia and the remote pebble beach of Sikamia.
Taverna ‘Takis’ in Livadi has exceptional service and a delicious cuisine.

KITHNOS: The small island of Kythnos is mainly mountainous but full of small, serene bays. Kithnos is ideal for quiet holidays. One can have coffee or ouzo along with tidbits at Messaria's few quaint coffee shops while enjoying the lovely landscape. The island's tavernas and restaurants in Merihas, serve fresh fish, tasty seafood and local delicacies, such as sausages, white cheese, and "tyrovolia". At "Tzogos" and "Steki" in Chora, as well as at "Molos" in Loutra, one can eat fish and taste traditional specialties like "tiganies," "frigadelia," and "kopanisti" cheese, as well as fine local wine.

Although Kithnos is the ideal island for those who want a serene vacation away from the everyday hustle and bustle its few bars are in Merihas, Chora, and Loutra. In Merihas, there is the lovely "Remezzo," where one can have a drink while listening to the sounds of foreign music. In Chora, there is the most frequented "Chora-Bar," which attracts tourists and locals alike.