Homemade and Handmade in Mykonos
Despite the huge upscale tourist industry associated with Mykonos, there are many customs and traditions preserved by the islanders. Treat yourself and explore Ano Mera, Mykonos during the festivals in […]
Category Archives: Mykonos Local News
Mykonos Farmers – Dairy
A must visit for foodies. If you don’t want to sit on the beach all day and are into food, then visit George Syrianos, local cheesemaker of Mykonos before you […]
Natural Sea Salt Collected in Mykonos
The salty seas of the Aegean leave a wealth of natural sea salt for those know where to look. The Aegean Sea is part of the Mediterranean Sea which is […]
Jumping Fire In Mykonos
If you were visiting the famous windmills of Mykonos on June 23, you might have been surprised to see people jumping over fire. The fire was created using the traditional […]
A Secret in Mykonos
Hidden in a quiet area above Platis Gialos is an historic monument that locals know of but do not advertise to tourists. The Portes (Door) is a beautiful Stonehenge-like monument […]
Dyeing Wool From Natural Local Plants…Mykonos
Instructor THEODOR ANASTASATOS: has been offering islanders the chance to go back in time to an age when the ancient Greeks used natural dyes from plants to colour fabric and clothing. […]
Mykonos Celebrates Spring’s Arrival With Several Ancient Traditions
The people of Mykonos still value their traditions and religious festivals. As winter ends and spring is in the air, it is time to celebrate, remember and be thankful for […]
The Traditional Craft of Weaving In Mykonos
Weaving in Mykonos? That’s right. It’s not all parties and beaches. There are wonderful groups and talented people on the island who love nurturing Greek culture and traditions. THE CREATORS […]
Times Past in Present Mykonos
Hidden away on a scenic mountain top in Mykonos is the remnants of a small uninhabited village consisting of several dwellings. Ancient homes perch on the rocks with majestic views […]
Good Month!
If you spend enough time in Greece, you will inevitably hear the phrase ¨Καλό Μήνα” (kalo mina) which means “good month”. It is expressed on the first day of the […]
Mykonos …Rarely seen this way….Snow!!
We have had snow here before….but nothing that sticks for a long period of time. We are usually green all winter. The storm called Elpida swept across Greece covering northern […]
Greek Traditional Dance Classes In Mykonos
The Anemomiloi Traditional Dance Association invites all Adults who wish to learn Greek folkloric dances, to join them Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays at 8:00pm and Children on Wednesdays at 7:00 […]
Photography Exhibition – Leanne Vorrias
Under the Auspices of the Anemomiloi Cultural Dance Association of Mykonos “Maria Iglesi” Hall, Mykonos Municipal Art Gallery, Matoyianni, Mykonos Opening 11/10/21 through 20/10/21 7-11 pm.
Mortals To Greek Gods
Greek Mythology Photographer Makes Mortals into Gods ByStacey Harris-PapaioannouJuly 24, 2021 Leanne Vorrias has been photographing subjects for more than four decades. Currently the photographer is traveling back to antiquity […]
Between The Winds We Dance – Leanne Vorrias
Traditional Wheat Harvest Mykonos
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Mykonos – Her Faith
Mykonos has over 600 churches and chapels. Mykonian life is deeply rooted in it’s religion.
Mykonos Children Proudly March in Greek Independence Day Parade.
March 25 is a national holiday in Greece celebrating Independence Day. It is the day commemorating the beginning revolt and war against the occupying Ottoman Empire in 1821. Greeks had […]
Pirate Treasure, Carnival King and Kites
A fun weekend for children in Mykonos Colorful Pirated socks were hidden in pirate chests all over Mykonos town on the Saturday before Lent. Teams of children wearing pirate […]
Young Men With Faith Dive To Retrieve The Holy Epiphany Cross In Mykonos
Faith is the center point of the Greeks. For many young men, Epiphany is part of growing up Greek. On January 6th, the Church bells rang out, the priest emerged […]
Caring About The Natural Life And History of Mykonos
Pastoral farming of goats and sheep has been a part of the Greek landscape for centuries. Mykonian Tasos Xydakis has always cared for his native island of Mykonos and aims […]
HERA decends on DELOS
Mykonos had several days of rough weather leading up to the highly anticipated world premiere lyric opera performance of HERA decends on DELOS. The Oct. 6th. performance had to be […]
Mykonos Run 2018 Brings All Ages Together.
All ages and physical levels responded for the call to participate in Mykonos Run 2018 on Sat. Sept. 22. They gave their all with smiles on their faces from start […]
Mykonos Organic Vineyard – Vioma
Located in the area of Ano Mera , it is definitely worth a visit. It is actually the old monastery vineyard of Maou. I had heard good things about it, […]
Pop Singer Eleanora Zouganeli Wowed Crowd In Mykonos
Mykonian singer Eleanora Zouganeli treated everyone to a fabulous evening of music on August 31st. Her three hour non stop energetic performance was part of the Mykonos Arts Festival 2018. […]
Celebrating Harvest With Grape Stomp In Mykonos
For many people Mykonos brings to mind dancing at beach clubs not dancing on grapes. I am here to inform you that yes, it happens here every year when grapes […]
Nadia Bitar – A Talented Resort Wear Designer In Mykonos
Trying to beat the heat of midday in Mykonos, Nadia Bitar, up and coming resort wear designer, and I her photographer, began our shoot early at Ftelia Beach. Down the […]
Triathlon 1 Mykonos Finals 2018
I had a fabulous Sunday morning photographing and admiring the stamina and strength of all the athletes who participated in the first Triathlon in Mykonos. Congratulations to all the organizers […]
Mykonos hosts Triathlon 1 Multisport 2018
Triathlon 1 Multisport is Sunday May 20th. If you want to see athletes challenging themselves in three sports, swimming, biking and running, go to Korfos Beach Mykonos from 9:30 am. […]
Traditional Greek Dances Presented In Mykonos
Mykonos has a reputation for being a party town that has lost it’s true self. To prove this wrong, many talented Mykonians have come together to show that there is […]
Mykonos Choir Presented A Spectacular Concert At Cavo Paradiso
If you missed this wonderful musical concert performed by the Mykonos Choir under the direction of Dimitris Finnis, you missed something very special. This annual show was performed in a […]
Ano Mera Women’s Soccer Team vs. Athens Team Akratitos
The day was perfect on Sunday in Mykonos for a spirited game of soccer. A valiant effort by the Mykonos Ano Mera Soccer team was made but the final score […]
Let’s Do It Greece! Mykonians Join In Largest Simultaneous Volunteer Action.
On Sunday 29 April at 12 noon, I was so happy to see conscientious Mykonians showing that they want a clean island free of rubbish! The windmill area, Korfos Beach […]
Dance Plays An Important Role in the Life of Greeks. Mykonos Shows Us It’s Greek Spirit!
Greece is one place in the world where folk dance is very much alive and danced as it was in ancient times. Every dance has a story to tell with […]
The Artistry of Pastry Chef Romeo Andres in Mykonos
Thirteen year old Romeo Andres grandfather had owned a bake shop in Switzerland but his five sons chose other careers. The bakery was sold before he knew his grandson would […]
Mykonos Greek Independance Day Parade March 25
March 25 is both a national, (Independence) and religious, (Annunciation) holiday. Greeks have celebrated for 197 years their independence from the Ottoman Empire. This day is also one of the […]
Venus and Mercury Above Mykonos
Venus and Mercury shining so bright as viewed from Mykonos Greece. I photographed both Venus and Mercury just after a recent early March 2018 sunset. Venus is the white spot […]
Mykonos Women Soccer Athletes
Last week was Women’s Day and some Mykonian women celebrated in fine form on Sunday. It was an exciting display of athletic talent as the Mykonos Team A.O. Ano Mera, […]
Epiphany Celebration In Mykonos
It was a beautiful sunny day in Mykonos for the Orthodox Christian Epiphany known as the Celebration of the Lights or Great Sanctification of Water which is held every January […]
School Children Learn How Olives Are Cultivated in Mykonos Greece
The symbol of the olive tree has deep roots in Greek tradition. It symbolizes wealth, health, wisdom, beauty and abundance. Homer referred to olive oil as “liquid gold”. We certainly […]
“Carnival” Invented By The Greeks
Who started the Carnival? The Venetians? Brazilians? Guess again. Many attribute carnival origins to the ancient cult worship of the Greek god of wine celebration and ecstasy, Dionysus. Ancient Greeks enjoyed processions, […]
Panormos Mykonos Had A Few Challenges This Week.
Panormos Bay Mykonos had two separate incidents which broke the serene atmosphere of this beautiful oasis. A fire raged in Panormos Mykonos very close to residential homes. Thankfully it eventually extinguished […]
A Jewelery Box In Mykonos
There is a giant jewelery box in Mykonos with more than 200 cycladic jewels dating all the way back from 55ooBC. The Archeological Museum of Mykonos has been transformed into this […]
Mykonos Has Beach Babes You Might Not Expect.
Not all beach babes in Mykonos wear bikinis. That’s right! Mykonos is actually home to beautiful seals sunbathing and swimming along it’s shores. Mediterranean Monk seals to be exact. In […]
Ancient Theatre of Delos Coming To Life
The ancient theatre of Delos has been silent for over 2000 years. This marvelous 3rd century BC theatre was once the place for major celebrations. There were the games of […]
Love is waiting in Mykonos
Most people when they think of Mykonos, conjure up images of all the fun and beautiful things that the island has to offer. They don’t get to see what happens […]
The Dobie Duo In Mykonos
The following dog story will be appreciated by all you dog lovers out there. Contrary to so many unhappy stories about dogs on the Greek islands, this one is hilarious. […]
Dog Rescue Center in Mykonos
Make your holiday in Mykonos even MORE EXCITING and Stop by our Dog Rescue Center in Mykonos. Bring back a “real souvenir” by adopting A FUR BALL of LOVE ! […]
Delos Full Moon Concert July 17, 2016
Celebrate July’s full moon over magical Delos, with a music concert by wonderful Greek folk singer Eleftheria Arvanitaki, The concert program is titled “Second Life“with singer Arvanitaki taking her lyrics […]
Untouched Panormos Beach Mykonos Changing??
Panormos beach Mykonos, has been a lovely area devoid of sun beds, vendors and loud music so common to other beaches on the island. It sits on beautiful serene Panormos […]
New Archeological Finds Dating to 2500 BC in Mykonos
My drive home above Ornos has a new addition to the view these days. It’s an archeological dig producing artifacts dating back to 2500 BC. They have been excavating for […]
Traditional Greek Dancers Performed In Mykonos
The traditional Mykonos dance group Anemomile, (which means windmills), joined with 14 dancers visiting from Thessaloniki on Sun. May 22, 2015. It was a wonderful event for everyone. The local […]
Mykonian Children Learn Value of Keeping Island Clean
The next generation of Mykonians are learning how important it is to keep their wonderful island beautiful and clean. Bravo to the students beautifying Korfos Beach which often gets a […]
Mykonos Dreams 