Our Top 15 reasons to visit Naxos

Posted on January 6, 2014 by admin
The enormous marble entrance for the never-completed Temple of Apollo greets visitors arriving by sea at Naxos island in the Cyclades.  Also known as the Portara, the monument is an internationally-recognized symbol of Naxos island.   Something for everyone: If you’re trying to find a Greek holiday destination that ticks practically every box on even […]
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Naxos: Our Destination of the Year for 2013

Posted on December 31, 2013 by admin
This vantage point on Stelida mountain offers a breathtaking view toward Naxos Town and the rugged mountains rising behind it on the northeast side of St George’s Bay. Click on the photo to view a larger image.     Favourite destination: As 2013 draws to a close and the winter days and nights keep getting […]
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Solitude & scenery at Stelida beach on Naxos

Posted on March 1, 2013 by admin
A view of Stelida beach, also known as Hohlakas beach (right), and St George’s Bay (upper left) on Naxos     This sweeping view from a slope on Stelida mountain takes in Hohlakas beach (right) and Naxos Town on the far side of St George’s Bay       Naxos port quay view of 151-meter-tall […]
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Fotis Taverna at Agios Prokopios beach on Naxos

Posted on March 26, 2012 by admin
Fotis Taverna sits beside a sharp bend in the road between Agios Prokopios beach and Agia Anna beach on the west coast of Naxos …   … and has three tree-shaded tables offering beach and sunset views just across the road — our favourite spot for drinks and dining PLEASE TURN TO PAGE 2 FOR […]
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Monumental sunsets at the Portara on Naxos

Posted on March 21, 2012 by admin
The Portara monument is a superb sunset viewing spot at Naxos Town   Golden globes: On Naxos, it’s easy to combine history and culture with a bit of sightseeing and sunset viewing all in one free self-guided excursion just a few minutes’ walk from Naxos Town. All you have to do is take an evening […]
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