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Kos With Children: 10 Things to See and Do Every Summer

Quaint and blessed with pleasant temperatures in spring and fall, enjoying all the benefits of the summer sun and the kiss of the Aegean Sea, Kos is an island of self-rediscovery, with generous landscapes waiting for the next explorers, regardless of their age. When you visit Kos with children, you offer them unspoiled coastlines, breathtaking […]

Kos Island for Scuba Divers: The Best Diving Spots

Scuba diving is always a fascinating adventure for those who wonder what lies beneath the Aegean Sea’s azure glitter. Several diving centers on Kos Island caters to beginner and experienced divers alike. You can either try diving or opt for a PADI scuba diver course to obtain a PADI certificate. While the diving centers are […]

Fascinating Myths and Legends of Kos Island

Among the myths surrounding Kos, the one that stands out the brightest has something to do with the island’s genesis, at the dawn of time, when the Giants and Titans fought the Olympian gods. When Kronos – the god of time and king of Titans – ruled, Zeus and the Olympian gods rebelled and dethroned […]

Boat Trip to Pserimos, a Should-do when You Vacation on Kos

Pserimos is small and unassuming, home to some eighty permanent residents. Its remote location and unspoiled nature with secluded beaches and crystal clear waters caressing its shores make the island attractive for many holidaymakers who want to experience authentic Greek lifestyle and hospitality. While many travelers come here on a day trip from Kos by […]

Day-trip to Telendos

Telendos is ideal for a one-day excursion from Kos, as long as you’re willing to sacrifice some of your late morning sleep! You have to start early to get to Kalymnos first and then take a boat from Myrties to Telendos (it takes only 10’). Telendos is a small island, surrounded by crystal blue waters. […]

The best seaside spots to catch the sunset on Kos

Romantic souls, nature lovers, sunset-hunters: there is one spectacle that leaves no-one untouched, the transition of day into twilight when the sky erupts in a cornucopia of colour. Sunset! There’s no better place to relax and admire the view than on a beach on Kos, so we compiled a list of amazing seaside locations with […]

Best for Birdwatching: Kos’s Psalidi Wetlands

On the way from Astir Odysseus Kos Resort & Spa to Agios Focas, some 19 minutes’ drive, you will find Igrotopos – Akti Psalidiou, the Psalidi Wetlands, a NATURA 2000 protected area with a sweetwater lake and fantastic fauna. The wetlands are formed by two torrents meeting at the end of the cape of Psalidi, […]

Exploring Kos nightlife: trendy beach-bars, lively bars and nightclubs

Kos’ nightlife is lively, rich and diverse, featuring a variety of entertainment choices for all ages and all tastes. The heart of Kos nightlife definitely beats at the famous “Bar Street” which is located in the centre of Kos town, between Liberty Square and the Ancient Agora. Here you’ll find side by side taverns, restaurants, […]

May 18, 2020 activities | day-trip | experiences | Palio Pyli | Plaka forest sissy

5 off the beaten track experiences on Kos

Kos is one of Greece’s most popular islands, visited by thousands of tourists each summer. And while you’ve probably picked Kos for your vacation for its vivid nightlife, its lively beach-parties and the fun of mixing with the multiculti crowds, now you are looking for some authentic, alternative experiences to see the hidden beauty of […]

5 small islands around Kos you must visit this summer

Island-hopping in the Aegean is a bucket list experience, and Kos serves as the perfect starting point to explore the small islands around it. There are numerous boat cruises and destinations to choose from, and the cost is affordable. Just get on board and let the adventure begin! Pserimos How to get there: From Mastichari […]

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