Category: Destination

Visit Kos Old Town and Harbour

Visit Kos Old Town and Harbour

The entirely pedestrianised Old Town commences at Freedom Square and concludes at Diagoras Square. It is consistently abuzz with activity, particularly from April to October when the island’s tourist season is at its peak. The entire neighbourhood overflows with charming cafes, inviting bars, quaint tavernas, and souvenir shops selling local crafts and gourmet produce, including […]

Delicious Food and Drinks from Kos Island

Delicious Food and Drinks from Kos Island

Kos boasts a diverse and bountiful culinary tradition, drawing from its fertile volcanic soil and ample water sources. The island’s rich and varied landscape supports a wide array of flora, reflected in its local gastronomy, featuring traditional recipes rooted in the Mediterranean diet and utilizing fresh, local ingredients. Here are some of the must-try foods […]

The Island of Hippocrates: God of Medicine

The Island of Hippocrates: God of Medicine

Hippocrates, the father of modern medicine, was born in Kos around 460 B.C. A contemporary of Sophocles, Socrates, and Democritus, Hippocrates eschewed superstition in medical practice, emphasizing the importance of diet, fresh air, healthful waters, physical exercise, climate, and healthy living. According to David H. Newman, MD, director of clinical research at the Department of […]

Five Famous Beaches on Kos Island

Five Famous Beaches on Kos Island

Boasting a rich history intertwined with various cultural influences, Kos Island offers stunning beaches, verdant landscapes, and vibrant nightlife, making it an all-encompassing choice for a complete vacation experience. Kos caters to diverse preferences, ranging from lively, bustling areas to serene retreats. Undoubtedly, the island’s exquisite sandy coves, accompanied by the glistening, translucent waters, stand […]

Five Things to Do on Kos Island

Five Things to Do on Kos Island

Kos embodies the essence of Dr. Hippocrates’ vision for a healthy environment as described in his treatise, “On Airs, Waters and Places.” This tranquil island spans a mere 124 square kilometres, flaunting idyllic sandy beaches, lush plains, and formidable mountains. Situated in the Aegean Sea, it rests circa five kilometres off the coast of Turkey […]

Christmas in Kos

Christmas in Kos

The Christmas season on Kos Island mirrors most of the rest of Greece with traditions like glowing streetlights, well-lit trees in nearly every house shop and town square, and celebratory feasts at every table. Kos does have a few unique Christmas and New Year’s traditions. Still, the islanders also enjoy national traditions like the children […]

Beekeeping units and honey tours on Kos Island

Beekeeping units and honey tours on Kos Island

Koans harnessed honey’s benefits: a natural remedy with miraculous healing properties that can ease digestive problems and sore throats. Its golden syrupy goodness can also increase athletic performance, combat bacteria (like E. coli, H. pylori, and salmonella), and speed the healing of wounds, burns, skin sores, and inflammation. Besides having exceptional antibacterial qualities, honey has […]