The Argo-Saronic & the Peloponnese

The winds: During the morning a light north breeze blows. At noon it turns to a southerly sea breeze. Very often the wind blows from the north-east and becomes stronger, especially during July and August.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter: Alimos, Poros, Spetses, Portohelli, Hydra, Aegina, Alimos, or Alimos, Korfos, Epidavros, Poros, Hydra, Aegina, Alimos.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter: Alimos, Kea, Syros, Tinos, Myconos, Paros, Naxos, Santorini, Milos, Serifos, Hydra, Poros, Aegina, Alimos, or Alimos, Poros, Dokos, Spetses, Leonidion, Kiparissi, Monemvassia, Elafonissos, Gerakas, Portohelli, Hydra, Aegina, Alimos.

Herebelow some interesting places (in alphabetical order).

Aegina
The island is only a dozen miles from Athens. Historically, it has been successively ruled by the Venetians and the Turks and during the years 1826-1828 the town of Aegina became the first capital of modern Greece. Today the island is a crowded and popular tourist destination.
The access is very easy from Athens and the town provides attractive scenery. The ancient ruins lie close by, while countless yachts, trechantiria (*), other fishing boats and hydrofoils come and go out of the harbour all day long. The fruit and vegetable dealers sell their goods directly from the deck of their trechantiria, the famous local pistachio is sold from kiosks while many people enjoy the local hobby of sitting for many hours in a cafe and watching everyone walking on the pier and sidewalk.

Angistri
A small paradise so close to Athens that usually remains unnoticed by the tourists. The island is picturesque, very green with deep blue waters. when Greeks started their revolution for independence from Turks, although a small island, Hydra had around 130 commercial ships which all were converted into war-ships. Impressive mansions from that period still exist and are still in use.

Kyparissi
A huge and tranquil gulf in this isolated part of Southeast Peloponnese, where tzitzikia (cicadas) welcome the visitors. The place is known for its superior quality olive oil, the mountain thyme honey, the delicious mizithra cheese and obviously its crystal clear waters.

Kythira
As the tourism is undeveloped, the life is traditional and the island looks like a calm refuge. The astonishing deserted beaches with the nice blue waters as well as the original architecture, which is a mixture of the Aegean style and the Venetian rhythm, attract visitors.

Monemvassia
An oblong peninsula connected to the shore by a narrow tongue of land making it look like the rock of Gibraltar. The Byzantine fortress - town on the peninsula is unique. The Greeks built it during the Byzantine time, in the 6th century. However, it was later influenced by the Venetians. The fortress - town still remains unaffected, and its modern cafes and shops create a really unexpected environment for visitors. There are several interesting churches, the best of which is "Ayia (Santa) Sophia" on the mountain with a marvelous view of the sea.

Nafplion
It is the former capital city of modern Greece and, no doubt, the nicest town in Peloponnese. It is split in two, the new and the old city, the latter being marked by three civilizations, the Roman, the Byzantine and the Venetian, each of them with a different castle, all three worth visiting.

Plaka
A little charming harbor, where the small traditional wooden trechantiria and the few tavernas on the narrow pier make it the ideal place for an overnight stay. A visit to the nearby town of Leonidion will also reward the visitor. There, one can walk around admiring the old mansions, following the paths on a journey of history, colours and beauty. With a variety of festivals and celebrations taking place throughout the year, notably during Easter, you will be invited by the friendly locals to join in with the celebrations.

Poros
A large natural and impressively looking harbor with smaller picturesque coves, ideal for swimming. A very narrow sea passage separates the island from Peloponnese mainland where the transport is effected by wooden boats. Traditional tavernas, bars and yachts, as well as the view

Astros
The village is tranquil with nice tavernas on the picturesque harbour-front. The sea is so clean, that swimming is possible even inside the little harbour. The villagers live from the fishing and the few tourists.

Dokos
The island is uninhabited and the crystal clear waters of the only bay are ideal for swimming. The wreck of a very ancient commercial ship has been traced in the very deep bottom at the middle of the bay, while on shore there is a casual fishing taverna powered by an electric
generator.

Elafonissos
A sandy island within swimming distance (350m) from Peloponnese, with just a few inhabitants, fantastic endless beaches and turquoise waters. An excellent choice for nature lovers.

Epidavros
A simple and friendly harbour that provides a convenient access to the ancient theatre famous for its spectacular acoustics!. Theatrical plays by ancient Greek authors are still played by Greek or foreign theatrical companies, during the summer months.

Gerakas
A picturesque fishing village in the middle of a hidden rocky fjord, the steep and rocky entrance of which is quite invisible, when coming from the sea. On the short tranquil pier, the tables of the tavernas are just few meters from the yachts.

Hinitsa
An uninhabited islet in the entrance of Porto Heli bay with silver sand bottom in the only little cove, a nice place for swimming.

Hydra
Famous and cosmopolitan, a magnet for the international jet set. Picturesque and traditional, an ornament of the Mediterranean Sea. No vehicles are allowed on the island, and all transport is done with onkeys. In 1821, of the village on the opposite mainland make the quay a marvellous place for a stroll.

Porto Heli
A large, natural and very safe harbour, with fascinating beaches, 350 days of sunshine and innumerable cultural activities. Boat taxis connect the town with Spetses island which is just a few miles away, opposite the entrance of the bay. There is an ancient city at the bottom of the sea near Hotel Giouli, where one can distinguish the walls, the temple and Acropolis. For unknown reasons, the story of the city is suddenly interrupted, leaving a lot of unanswerable questions to the archeologists.

Spetses
Its ancient name was Pityoussa (pineclad). The present name was given by the Venetians and derived from "Isola de Spezzie" (fragrant island), for the many herbs growing on the mountains. Like Hydra, Spetses fleet played an important role during the Greek independence revolution of 1821. Apart from its green beauty, the island offers tranquillity, cosmopolitan life, wonderful beaches, picturesque small bays and various interesting historical and archaeological sites. Like Hydra, cars are not permitted on the island and the transportation is by horse-drawn carriages, donkeys and boat taxis. The only exemption is for a bus connecting the main beaches with the villages.

The Cyclades islands

The winds: The prevailing local winds (meltemi) usually blow from north-north east and, during the day, as long as the sun goes up, it becomes stronger, falling down again in the evening. It may occasionally become very strong, even a gale, especially from mid of July to end of August.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter: Lavrion, Kea, Tinos, Mykonos, Siros, Kytnos, Lavrion.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter: Lavrion, Kea, Tinos, Myconos, Paros, Naxos, Amorgos, Santorini, Ios, Milos, Sifnos, Serifos, Kythnos, Lavrion.

Herebelow some interesting places (in alphabetical order).

Folegandros
A small and rocky island where the wild beauty of the barren landscape and the huge rocks alternate with sandy beaches. The Chora is split into two sections. The new one, a very attractive typical Cycladic village with stepped walls, wooden balconies, "Aegean" churches and narrow alleys. In the old one, like in a castle, the outer walls of the houses form the defensive surrounding.

Ios
A typical Cycladic island. A pretty harbour, lots of chapels, narrow alleys, windmills, traditional white houses, vineyards and olive trees in the inland. Sandy beaches with crystal-clear seas. A night life paradise for young people, either down in the harbor at Gialos town or in the Chora on the hill.

Kea
Although just a breath's distance from the Athens mainland, the island maintains a genuine
Cycladic colour. The Chora is amphitheatrically built , on top of the hill, just 5 kilometers from
the main port, and provides a spectacular view of the opposite mainland and the nearby islands. The basic occupation of the islanders was and still is cattle raising. Bee-keeping is also a major island occupation. The Kean thyme honey is famous. "Pasteli " is a local specialty made with sesame seed and honey.

Kythnos
After Kea, this is the closest Cycladic island to Athens. Figs, vines and pretty little bays interrupt the mountainous scenery. Apart the main harbor of Merichas, there is also a new and nice marina in the village of Loutra, known also for its radioactive thermal springs.

Koufonissia & the near
Perhaps the most unspoiled islands of the European continent. An ideal place for people looking to get away from crowds and technology. Attractive for its tranquility and idyllic for swimming.

Milos
A horse-shoe shaped island with charming beaches. The island became known mainly thanks to the masterpiece statue of "Aphrodite (Venus) de Milo" found after excavation on the island in 19th century. The statue is now kept in a very notable position in the museum of Louvres-Paris. There are various kinds of beaches in the island. Some of them are wonderful with golden sand and some have sharp rocks and caves that look like they have been taken out from some fantasy tale.

Mykonos
The world-famous island where the cosmopolitan life never stops, day and night. However
don't ignore the unique beauty of the island. White-washed streets, uniquely shaped houses,
little wooden fishing boats moored next to expensive mega-yachts, picturesque Cycladic churches, little tavernas, silver beaches, wind mills and so on, are only just a few of the attractions for any visitors. Intellectuals, well known artists and movie stars from all over the world prefer the island for their holidays.

Naxos
The largest of Cycladic islands, with an excellent Chora. Although mountainous, there are many nicely cultivated patches, as Naxos is the most fertile among Cyclades. Many interesting findings have been made from various historical periods. The castle, the Venetian towers, the wonderful mansions, the narrow streets with the heavy wooden doors, the beaches with the crystal blue waters, the emery and marble still hidden in the earth are a few of the countless beauties that will charm the visitor.

Paros
A popular tourist island where everything is beautiful; the traditional houses, the carefully
protected nature , the blue-coloured cupolas, the beaches, the daily life of the islanders
which has not been affected by the tourism and so on. Apart from the numerous small inlets there are two large bays. One in the north with the village of Naousa and the other in the
west with the capital town Parikia. Naousa is one of the prettiest villages in the Cyclades with whitewashed houses, narrow paved alleys, arches, tiny chapels and a range of excelthe

Kea
Although just a breath's distance from the Athens mainland, the island maintains a genuine
Cycladic colour. The Chora is amphitheatrically built , on top of the hill, just 5 kilometers from
the main port, and provides a spectacular view of the opposite mainland and the nearby islands. The basic occupation of the islanders was and still is cattle raising. Bee-keeping is also a major island occupation. The Kean thyme honey is famous. "Pasteli " is a local specialty made with sesame seed and honey.

Kythnos
After Kea, this is the closest Cycladic island to Athens. Figs, vines and pretty little bays interrupt the mountainous scenery. Apart the main harbor of Merichas, there is also a new and nice marina in the village of Loutra, known also for its radioactive thermal springs.

Santorini (Thira)
The island is world-famous like Mykonos, but entirely different from any other island, thanks
to its geological morphology, as a result of volcano action. In ancient time, because of its shape, the island was named Strongili (round). The oldest reported eruption of the volcano was in 1500 BC when the larger part of the island was submerged. The disaster was complete, not only for the island but also for the surrounding geographical area since the tsunami destroyed even the Minoan civilization on the north coast of Crete, some 100 kilometers to the south. In 3rd century BC another explosion detached the islet of Thirassia from the main island while in the 2nd century BC a new explosion created the volcanic islet of Palea (Old) Kammeni. Some researchers believe that the submerged island was Atlantis. The spirit of the magnificent human species is apparent. Man not only ignored the volcano but bravely and provocatively settled on the island again. The last call of the volcano was in 1956 when a big earthquake leveled most of the houses. Now a sea narrow passage separates Santorini from Palea Kameni (the dormant volcano) which can be easily visited with a dinghy. The Chora of Santorini at the top of the hill can be visited either on foot by climbing hundreds of steps or on a donkey or with a funicular railway. The Chora is typical Cycladic and a very attractive town, while the view to Kameni , or to the other side of the island, is truly spectacular.

Serifos
Coves and bays interrupt the rocky coastline that surrounds the island. The Chora is built on the top of a steep hill. House furniture like chairs, beds or tables which are sculpted in the side of the hill, are visible from the open doors of the houses, during the summer months. For hose who can, the return back to the harbour on foot, straight through the path-way, among the alleys, houseyards and the valley is a very nice walk.

Syros
Ermoupolis (the Chora), is the capital town for all the Cycladic islands. A really beautiful city with important buildings, such as the Town Hall (desinged by the German architect Ziller) and the Municipal Theatre which is a miniature copy of Scala Di Milano. The Ano (Upper) Syros ie the higher part of Ermoupolis still keeps its medieval characteristics and also provides a spectacular view of the town, the harbour and the sea beyond.

Tinos
A magnificent church of Our Lady, all made of marbles from Paros and Tinos, stands on the top of the hill, at the extremity of Chora. The 45 villages of the island have been only slightly affected from tourism. Myth says the wind-god Aeolus was born in this windy island. One of the characteristic of the island is the countless dove-cotes, made of stone or marble, many of them being works of art. Hundred of thousands of orthodox Greeks come to the island to pay their homage to the miraculous icon held in the Church of Euaggelistria (Virgin Mary), which probably is the most important religious site in Greece. The architecture of the church makes a visit worthwhile.

The Ionian islands

The winds: A northwesterly breeze starts blowing late in the morning and later it becomes a stronger sea breeze, but dying down at night.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter from Corfu: Corfu, Parga, Vassiliki, Meganissi, Fiskardo, Paxi, Corfu.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter from Corfu: Corfu, Parga, Vassiliki, Fiskardo, Vathi, Zante, Kioni, Agia Efimia, Sivota, Paxi, Antipaxi, Corfu.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter from Lefkas: Lefkas, Fiskardo, Vathi, Kioni, Kalamos, Meganisi, Lefkas.

Suggested itinerary for two week-charter from Lefkas: Lefkas, Vassiliki, Fiskardo, Agia Efimia, Zante, Vathi, Kioni, Frikes, Meganisi, Kastos, Astakos, Kalamos, Lefkas.

Herebelow some interesting places (in alphabetical order).

Antipaxi
Superb beaches in an unspoiled and tranquil islet with approximately 100 residents who
cultivate their grapevines.

Corinth Canal
The canal is 3,2 miles long and 81 feet (25 meters) wide, while the limestone from which it is cut rises to 250ft (76 meters) above the sea level and connects the west with the east Greek seas. The ancients used to drag the ships over the land until first Nero started digging. The present canal exists since 1893 but it was enlarged after the damage suffered in the World War II. No doubt it is an impressive yacht passage with road and railway bridges crossing it at its maximum height.

Corfu (Kerkyra) town
The capital of the island is the most famous town in Ionian Sea, since it combines osmopolitan
& night life, relaxation, natural beauty, a miraculous surrounding with a lot of history and proximity to superb bays and beaches. The elements of many different and contrast

Fiskardo
A fishing harbor crowded by yachts, in front of a colorful traditional village with tavernas. Cypress trees surround the village.

Frikes
An Ionian picturesque village with a little harbour, a short distance from many nice baysand
beaches.

Galaxidi
A very prosperous place until the 18th century, mainly for its commercial fleet. Then, the Turks invaded the area and captured the ships. One of the most pleasing harbours in the gulf of Corinth. Just few hour driving to the ancient oracle and theater of Delphi, a town egarded by the ancients as the center of the World.

Kalamos
The harbour has been recently expanded to accommodate more yachts, but it still remains a
small and nice shelter. The village is also small and tranquil with the most of its few houses and tavernas spread along the harbour pier, while just outside the harbour, the pines of the steep hill reach down to the sea. There are only few residents who earn their living from summer tourism.

Kastos
A very quiet island neighbouring to Kalamos, with only a narrow sea passage separating the
two islands.

Kioni
The village is very picturesque, not only when approached from the sea while entering the
lovely little harbor but also when walking in its narrow streets.

Lefkas town
A floating bridge connects the island with the mainland. The tranquil and distinctive town of
Lefkas is full of wooden and colourful houses. Interesting bays and beaches will be revealed to you, all around the island. In Agios Nikitas you can enjoy one of the most beautiful beaches, with fine white sand as far as your eye can see. There are ruins of the prehistoric city as well as other interesting historical themes. leaders, famous artists and other VIPs have signed the visitors' book of the tavern in the hill from where the view is marvellous.

Meganisi
Although its name means "Mega-island", it is much smaller than Lefkas. There are three illages and three nice bays on the north side of the island. Sea caves and wonderful beaches make the island worth visiting.

Nafpaktos
The small harbour of the town is built insidethe walls of the old Venetian Castle. The scenery of the yachts, the caiques and the fishing boats inside the castle provides a really captivating picture. The town main square with shady trees, is just opposite the entrance of the harbour, thus connecting its old Venetian style with to the small modern town.

Nidri
The town is a busy tourist centre, a stopover for yachts cruising either south or north. Before
tourism, the town lived off the "administrative support" of Scorpio, the Onassis's private islet.

Paleokastritsa
Crystal waters in charming coves, as if it represents paradise in the Eastern Med. Political ing civilizations are apparent all around the town. Venetian monuments, Italian style houses, French arcade, Byzantine church, Georgian buildings, spacious squares, large streets with many narrow stone paved backstreets (the famous "kantounia"). Corfu is one of the nicest towns in Europe. Literary figures such as Goethe, Oscar Wilde, Gerald & Lawrence Durrel,
the painters Alfred Sisley & Edward Lear, immortalized with their pen or palette Corfu's inimitable enchantment.

Parga
Historically, Norman, French, English and Turks have successively occupied the village that was finally delivered to Greece again in 1913. Although visited by many tourists, the village is different than any village in the islands, as the mountainous life of the inhabitants
is obvious all around.

Paxi (Lakka & Gaios)
A small but really impressive island full of olive trees and grapevines. During the summer, because of so many Italians visiting the islands, the shop- keepers will find it difficult to address to you speaking anything other than Italian language. Lakka is a sheltered bay with nice coloured low houses and charming seaside. Gaios, the capital village with its 19th century houses, is built inside a fjord, along the east side of the island, with two entrances, north and south.

Scorpio
The private island of the famous Greek shipowner Aristotle Onassis, that was regularly visited by celebrities at the time the owner was still alive. An earthly paradise where approaching and swimming are feasible, however landing is not allowed by the guards of the island.

Syvota Epirus
Two small islets in the entrance of Myrtos bay, just opposite the southern end of Corfu. A nice place for swimming or overnight, as an alternative to Parga.

Trizonia
Although a marina has been recently made, the tranquility of this small green island is impressive. No cars, only a few houses, a church and two tavernas with fresh fish in the north side compose the life of the island. A little wooden ferry connects the island with the opposite mainland.

Vasiliki
The southest seaside village of Lefkas. The bay is full of dinghies and windsurfers.

Vathi Ithakis
Vathi, the capital town with its delighted redroofed houses, lies at the very end of the deep and closed bay. The beauty of the island is apparent all around and make it unforgettable to any visitor. That is why Homer's hero, King Odysseus, although wandering for years and years in so many beautiful places, never stopped looking for his country.

Zakynthos (Zante)
It is impossible for one to refer to the beauty of the island and the city itself, within just a few lines. Although destroyed by the earthquake in 1953, the city was rebuilt in its former layout. The streets, the squares, the buildings, the flowers everywhere, the history all around, the local tastes and so many other things make it difficult to describe in brief.

The Dodecanese islands

The winds: A sea breeze usually blows from the north but it becomes stronger during July & August.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter from Kos: Kos, Kalimnos, Gaidaros, Arki, Patmos, Leros, Kos or Kos, Nissiros, Tilos, Chalki, Rhodes, Simi, Kos.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter from Kos: Kos, Leros, Patmos, Amorgos, Skinousa, Ios, Folegandros, Santorini, Astipalea, Tilos, Chalki, Simi, Nissiros, Kos or Kos, Kalimnos, Gaidaros, Samos, Fournoi, Patmos, Leros, Nissiros, Chalki, Lindos, Rhodes, Simi, Tilos, Kos.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter from Rhodes: Rhodes, Simi, Kos, Kalimnos, Nisyros, Tilos, Chalki, Rhodes.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter from Rhodes: Rhodes, Simi, Kalimnos, Leros, Lipsi, Patmos, Donoussa, Amorgos, Astipalea, Kos, Nisyros, Tilos, Chalki, Rhodes.

Herebelow some interesting places (in alphabetical order).

Ikaria
Due to the lack of a secure harbour, only a few yachts visit the island. However, in settled weather, apart from the tranquility and the locals' hospitality, the visitor will enjoy this picturesque Aegean island. According to the legend, the island's name derives from Ikarus who, along with his father Dedalus, escaped from Crete by fabricating wings from leather and wax. Icarus flew too high and the sun melted the wax so he fell on the island.

Kalymnos
The spongefishers' island. A mini earthly paradise where Nature gives its best with caves and marvelous beaches in a really unspoiled scenery. Archeological findings, remains of fortresses, castles and old churches remind visitors of the important history of the island in the area. The island is mountainous with two fertile valleys where the two biggest villages, the Chora and Vathi are located.

Kea
Although a breath's distance from Athens and the mainland, the island maintains its genuine Cycladic color. The "Chora" is amphitheatricallybuilt, in the top of the hill, just 5 kilometers from the main port, and provides a spectacular view of the opposite mainland and the nearby islands. The Kean thyme honey is famous. "Pasteli" is a local specialty made with sesame seed and honey.

Kos
The birthplace of Hippocrates, father of medicine. In 4th century BC, "Asklepeion" was the top hospital. However the island was inhabited many centuries before that. Excavation findings and other historical monuments cover the Hellenistic, the Roman as well as the Byzantine periods. The streets of the modern town are lined with palm trees and fantastic beaches surround the island. Bicycle is the preferred means of exploring.

Patmos
This was the island where St. John the Theologian was exiled in 95 AD and was inspired to write "The Apocalypse" (Revelation). In his honor, later in 11th century, the Byzantine emperor found a monastery which still impresses the visitors of the island. The frotress-monastery with its massive gray stone battlements, that were built to protect the internal main church and the smaller chapels, dominates the hill above the port. Cubelike houses, sea masters' mansions, high walls, little squares and narrow lanes remind visitors of the Aegean native of the island. A lot of Byzantine objects and frescoes dedicated to Our Lady (dated 1210-1220) can be seen inside the Monastery. Lovely beaches, nice villages and fish tavernas also attract visitors.

Rhodos
Known as the island of the sun. The island was inhabited since Neolithic era. In the period 700- 300 BC it became the economic and culture center of the area and imposed its ominance
to the Aegean as well. After the invasion by the knights of St. John in 1300 it became again a powerful center. The three different successive cities are interesting for any visitor: the ancient one founded in 400 BC, the medieval one which is still surrounded by the high walls and the modern cosmopolitan Rhodos with buildings made during the last few decades. There are a lot of interesting places to be visited on this dreamy island, however do not miss Lindos. There are excellent beaches around the island.

Symi
The birthplace of the Three Graces. The name of the island derives from Symi, the wife of god Poseidon. After the conquest by the knights of S. John in 1370, it became a commercial and shipping centre lasting until steam substituted sails on ships. The capital is split into two towns, the Ano (Upper) Symi and the Kato Poli (Lower City), the latter also called Yalos (Coast), with a steep lane with steps connecting the two towns. Stately historical mansions still exist in the capital. However, also neoclassical houses are seen around, some of them traditionally painted and decorated. The coast line alternates between steep rocks and sand and is interrupted by little coves. The island has wonderful beaches.

The Sporades islands

The winds: Usually gentle breezes all year round.

Suggested itinerary for one-week charter from Skiathos: Skiathos, Alonissos, Pelagonissi, Skyros, Scopelos, Skiathos or Skiathos, Skopelos, Alonissos, Kyrapanagia, Zagora, Koukounaries, Skiathos.

Suggested itinerary for two-week charter from Skiathos: Skiathos, Scopelos, Alonissos, Pelagonissi, Skyros, Peristera, Alonissos, Scopelos, Skiathos or Skiathos, Skopelosj Alonissos, Skyros, Kyrapanagia, Port Koufo, Kallithea, Porto Karras, Zagora, Trikeri, Orei, Glifa, Koukounaries, Skiathos.

Herebelow some interesting places (in alphabetical order).

Alonissos
The island has been inhabited since prehistoric times, when it was still part of the mainland.
The oldest findings are tools and petrified bones from the Stone Age and they are possibly the oldest findings indicating human settlement in the Aegean. The pines and fruit-trees that cover the island as well as the beaches, both rocky and golden sand, are an attraction for visitors. Top quality fish and lobsters are an added culinary attraction of the island. The neighbouring secluded islets provide refuge to Mediterranean Seals.

Karystos
A beautiful town that perfectly combines the sea and the mountain, and also creates a charming environment. Mineral spring fountains, rich vegetation, crystal clear waters and sandy beaches make it the ideal place for a stopover on the way from Sporades to Athens. The Venetian castle that was built in 14th century, the fresh sea food and the delicious local wine are also some of the local attractions.

Peristera
Peristera (Dove) took its name from its shape. Although the island was inhabited during prehistoric times, today there are only two shepherds' houses, one in the north and the other in the south. Contrary to its small size, the island has a number of excellent beaches.

Piperi
One more uninhabited island, the northern of the Sporades, lying within the zone of the National Marine Park. The island constitutes a protected monument of the nature and any kind of fishing is prohibited in a range of 3 nautical miles. The island represents the best
and main refuge for Mediterranean Seals.

Skiathos
The smallest but most cosmopolitan and developed island of the Sporades, with an atmosphere similar to Mykonos, Corfu and Rhodes. The island has only one settlement, Skiathos Town, which is the port and the capital. The rest of the island consists of beautiful beaches, churches, archaeological sites, many supermarkets, villas, restaurants and numerous large hotels. It is ideal for people looking for exciting nightlife, shopping, crowded beaches, great fun and entertainment in the "Greek" way. The island is totally green and the beaches are splendid, most famous of which is Koukounaries.

Skopelos
The island is characterized by its long beaches and coves surrounded by pine tree forests and
offering crystal blue or emerald waters. Most of the beaches are located on the south-west
coasts, most famous of them are Panormos and Milia. No doubt Panormos bay is the nicest
in East Mediterranean. The town of Skopelos, the most colorful in the Aegean, is full of bars
and tavernas and can be visited either directly by yacht or by taxi from the small harbour of
Agnondas in a just few minutes.

Skyros
The largest and most southestern of the Sporades. The "Chora" (*) which is built in the slope of a hill is characterized by the white cubist houses, the flat roofs and the carved wood-doors. The island is famous for its ceramics, embroidery and furniture. A herd of wild ponies roam free on the island. The Greek mythology periodically mentions the island, however the castle reminds us also of the presence of Venetians as well. Generally, the island will positively impress the visitor who will never forget it.

Trikeri Bay
A deep bay on the right side of Volos Gulf, with a small fishing traditional village that offers
spectacular scenery.