6 Mykonos Greece.

Whitewashed Streets and Blue Horizons

Once again, Rob was up bright and early to catch the sunrise as the Marella Discovery slowly made her way into port at the beautiful Greek island of Mykonos. After breakfast, we boarded a tender and headed ashore, ready to explore one of the most picturesque islands in the Cyclades.

Stepping ashore, we soon found ourselves wandering through the island’s famous maze of narrow streets and winding alleyways. With their whitewashed walls, colourful doors, vibrant flowers and charming little shops, the streets were a delight to explore, and there seemed to be a photo opportunity around every corner.

Our walk took us up to the island’s iconic windmills, one of Mykonos’s most recognisable landmarks. Perched above the town, they offered superb views across the coastline and the sparkling blue Aegean Sea. It was easy to see why this spot is so popular with visitors.

We even managed to catch sight of the island’s resident pelican, another of Mykonos’s much-loved attractions. After stopping for a well-earned coffee, we continued our wanderings towards Little Venice, where colourful buildings sit right on the water’s edge. With balconies seemingly hanging over the sea, it is a wonderfully atmospheric part of the town and a perfect place to pause and admire the views.

From there, we made our way to the Five Churches, whose beautiful whitewashed stonework stood out brilliantly against the bright blue sky. Their simple architecture and traditional Greek character provided another lovely glimpse into the island’s charm.

By now, we were ready for a little relaxation, so we stopped for a glass of wine in the village square before strolling back towards the small pier. We found a spot beside the tiny beach and sat for a while, watching the little fishing boats bobbing gently on the water and enjoying the peaceful surroundings. It was a lovely way to take in the atmosphere of Mykonos before returning to the ship.

Back aboard the Marella Discovery, we freshened up and headed to the 47° Restaurant for dinner. After enjoying another excellent meal, we made our way to the Show Lounge for the evening’s entertainment, a Spanish-themed production called Fuego.

With its lively atmosphere and Spanish flair, the show provided an entertaining end to a wonderful day ashore.

Mykonos had certainly lived up to its reputation, with its winding streets, spectacular coastal views, iconic windmills and charming waterfront. It was one of those places where simply wandering around was part of the pleasure, and we returned to the ship with plenty of lovely memories — and photographs — to remind us of our visit.