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Traditional Wheat Harvest Mykonos

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Ano Diakoftis Mykonos…”Where?”

March 28, 2020by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

If you tell someone you live in or have visited the Ano Diakoftis area of Mykonos I’m sure you have heard someone say “Where?”. Since everyone knows neighbouring Ornos. My […]

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Mykonos – Her Faith

March 28, 2019by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos has over 600 churches and chapels. Mykonian life is deeply rooted in it’s religion.

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Mykonos Children Proudly March in Greek Independence Day Parade.

March 26, 2019by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Pirate Treasure, Carnival King and Kites

March 13, 2019by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Is……..Winter Green!

January 14, 2019by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

See the authentic side of Mykonos during the winter months. Her winter face is just as breathtaking as her summer side.

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Caring About The Natural Life And History of Mykonos

December 31, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams 2 Comments

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 […]

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HERA decends on DELOS

October 8, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Run 2018 Brings All Ages Together.

September 27, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Organic Vineyard – Vioma

September 3, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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, […]

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Pop Singer Eleanora Zouganeli Wowed Crowd In Mykonos

September 2, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

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. […]

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Mykonos Choir Presented A Spectacular Concert At Cavo Paradiso

May 1, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Ano Mera Women’s Soccer Team vs. Athens Team Akratitos

April 30, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Let’s Do It Greece! Mykonians Join In Largest Simultaneous Volunteer Action.

April 30, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams 3 Comments

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 […]

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Dance Plays An Important Role in the Life of Greeks. Mykonos Shows Us It’s Greek Spirit!

April 7, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

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 […]

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The Artistry of Pastry Chef Romeo Andres in Mykonos

March 29, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Greek Independance Day Parade March 25

March 26, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Venus and Mercury Above Mykonos

March 14, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Women Soccer Athletes

March 12, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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, […]

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Mykonos…A Treasure

January 4, 2018by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Photo Credit Leanne Vorrias    www.LeanneVorrias.com

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New Year’s Good Luck…Greek Style!

December 30, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Greeks don’t kid around when it comes to trying to have good luck for the New Year.  They have 5 “good luck” traditions! 1. Hide a coin inside a vasilopita […]

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School Children Learn How Olives Are Cultivated in Mykonos Greece

December 21, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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MYKONOS – SEE IT’S NATURAL BEAUTY

December 21, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

The natural elements of this island gem are vivid and strong.  In Mykonos, the sea, the sky, the sun, the hospitality, the fun, the charm all surround you, challenging you […]

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Giants of Mykonos

May 23, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

A lovely video I thought you might enjoy! https://vimeo.com/218018210

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35 Different Beaches To Enjoy In Mykonos

May 5, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams 3 Comments

Want to see one beach each day of your vacation in Mykonos?  Then plan on staying for more than a month.  Mykonos has a beach for every taste and day. […]

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“Carnival” Invented By The Greeks

February 6, 2017by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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, […]

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Panormos Bay Mykonos Inspires Art To Wear and For Home

November 10, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

I am happy to introduce some new additions to my Mykonos Collection.  These items have been inspired by one of the areas I truly love on Mykonos Island……PANORMOS BAY. My art […]

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Panormos Mykonos Had A Few Challenges This Week.

November 10, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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A Jewelery Box In Mykonos

November 9, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Has Beach Babes You Might Not Expect.

October 8, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Live Love Dance!

September 7, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment
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Ancient Theatre of Delos Coming To Life

September 2, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Love is waiting in Mykonos

August 1, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Untouched Panormos Beach Mykonos Changing??

June 3, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

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 […]

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Mykonos Through The Arch

May 28, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos photographed high above the Chora in black and white.  “Mykonos Through The Arch BW” by http://www.LeanneVorrias.com   An earlier color version was created by Leanne several years ago also titled […]

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New Archeological Finds Dating to 2500 BC in Mykonos

May 26, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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Traditional Greek Dancers Performed In Mykonos

May 25, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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New visionary Delos Museum architecture concept. Self driven proposal by Jean Pierre HEIM and Carolyn HEIM architects

May 25, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 2 Comments

I have  been very fortunate to know internationally acclaimed architect Jean-Pierre HEIM and his talented daughter, architect Carolyn HEIM. They are French-born but with Mykonian hearts.  Their love of Mykonos […]

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Mykonian Children Learn Value of Keeping Island Clean

May 22, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

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 […]

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INSIDE MYKONOS

May 3, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 2 Comments

Travel, Guide, Thoughts Images by  Leanne Vorrias (An Outside Insider) Who has not visited or dreamed of experiencing this lovely island? I have been visiting Mykonos for over 30 years […]

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Petros The Pelican

May 3, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

(via https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ug3yeRL_NXo) (Source: https://www.youtube.com/)

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1964

May 2, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos 1964.

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Why Is Greek Orthodox Easter Always After Passover

April 23, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

For those of you who always wonder why Greek Easter is rarely celebrated at the same time as Catholic Easter, there are two reasons. #1. THE CALENDAR The Christian Orthodox […]

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Upscale Play In Mykonos

April 6, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Want to be away from the very young, manic crowds of  Paradise and Super Paradise?  If you are looking for the upscale scene and don’t mind spending to experience it, […]

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Panormos Bay Mykonos

March 28, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 4 Comments

Panormos Bay seen from Mykonos highest point – Profitis Ilias church. Panormos is often missed by tourists visiting Mykonos island.  In some ways this is a good thing. The huge […]

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Close Up of Delos

March 25, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Delos Island viewed from Mykonos

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Delos Close up 2

March 25, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Ancient Delos. Zoomed in view from Mykonos

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Sacred Delos

March 25, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

Delos has always been a sacred island throughout human history.  I watch the sun set over Delos each night and feel a sense of awe for this ancient island that […]

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Kalimera

March 23, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment
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Sky Express

March 21, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

You now will have another flight option to/from Athens to Mykonos and Santorini..  Greek Crete based airline Sky Express is launching two new routes from Athens starting April 21 2016. […]

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Mykonos – The Outside Insider – Leanne Vorrias

March 19, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos Chora is beautiful and a must to see on your arrival, but there is so much more to see on this wonderful island!  I will show you the way.

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Great Places To Eat Lunch By The Sea in Mykonos

March 19, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

Are you looking for a wonderful place to enjoy both lunch and the view?  Here’s some suggestions that I think you will love.  Some are in town while others you […]

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Mykonos Windmill

March 16, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos Windmill

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Dobie Duo In Mykonos

March 16, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

The jetsetting NY. #Dobie Duo,  Zeus and Athena love looking at the Aegean Sea and Delos from their balcony in Mykonos.

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Mykonos In winter

March 12, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Yes, Mykonos is actually green in the winter.  This is when they receive the much needed rain.

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Winter goats in Ornos

March 12, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Goats wearing their winter coats in Mykonos while grazing above Ornos.  Notice how GREEN the island is during the winter!  Summer tourists miss this lush view of the island. The […]

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Best Sunset Locations In Mykonos

March 11, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

#SUNSET IN MYKONOS #Best Sunset Locations Mykonos #Mykonos #Mykonos Grab your camera before sunset and prepare to get some wonderful sunset photographs! Here’s a list of place to get your […]

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Petros The Pelican, Mykonos

March 9, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Petros The Pelican in the harbor of Mykonos Town (Chora) #Mykonos #Petros The Pelican #Greece

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Mykonos Town Beach

March 8, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos.  Small beach at the entrance to town.  Artwork by Leanne Vorrias http://www.LeanneVorrias.com

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6 Things To Do In Mykonos Before Lunch

March 5, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

Ok, you’ve settled into your hotel, had time to catch some sleep and want to get a taste of what Mykonos town has to offer. I suggest you get an […]

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ARRIVING IN MYKONOS

February 29, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

TWO PORTS If you are arriving by boat, take note that there are two ports, often referred to as The Old Port (right at town) or The New Port (a […]

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Getting to Mykonos

February 26, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams 1 Comment

If My Dobies Can Do It You Can!! Once in Athens, you can get to Mykonos by air or sea.  Ferries and high-speed ferries depart from the port of Piraeus […]

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Mykonos Through The Arch

February 26, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

I created this image a few years ago and made the mistake of posting it on my FB page without a watermark.  Since then it’s been posted a million times. […]

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INSIDE MYKONOS

February 24, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Travel, Guide, Thoughts Images by  Leanne Vorrias (An Outside Insider) Who has not visited or dreamed of experiencing this lovely island? I have been visiting Mykonos for over 30 years […]

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Mykonian Graceful Arch

February 24, 2016by Mykonos-Dreams Leave a comment

Mykonos –  graceful curves of a stark white building against the Aegean blue sky.  When one thinks of this lovely island, it’s always blue and white that comes to mind.  […]

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