Ksilosirti (Xylosirti) village in Ikaria
14 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 32 °C
I'm staying at my family's village on the island of Ikaria. Ksilosirti is a village about 3km from the island capital and port, Aghios Kirikos. In the 1800s the area was full of cypress trees, whichMeer informatie
Icarus rock
15 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
This unique rock formation off the coast of the south side of Ikaria is named Ikaris by the locals, after the myth of Dedalos and Icarus. The rock is supposedly the location of Icarus' fall to earth.Meer informatie
YiaYia beach
15 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
This stunning beach has several interesting rock formations and has a clear view of the Ikaris rock. There is a cave, interesting marble organic patterns under the water, and several large flat rocksMeer informatie
Ksilosirti beach
16 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ 🌧 11 °C
The village of Ksilosirti village has a beach. It is a rocky beach with beautiful smooth stones called "lalathia", named after the melodic sound they make when the waves rock them back and forth.
Lefkatha, natural hot springs
17 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C
Between Ksilosirti village and the capital, Aghios Kirikos, is a natural hot spring that spews hot fresh water into the sea coast. The area is difficult to reach, as there are large boulders in theMeer informatie
Seychelles beach
17 juli 2017, Aegean Sea ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
Today I visited the geologically unique Seychelles beach near the village of Mangannitis. The beach is covered with beautiful smooth marble stones and the water has a brilliant turquoise hue. TheMeer informatie
Faros town/beach
18 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today I went to the seaside town of Faros (lighthouse) that is located at the eastern-most point of the island. There is a beach with a windsurfing school, a few restaurants and two coffee shops.
Tamarix/salt cedar/Αλμυρίκι
18 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
The salt cedar tree is a deciduous tree that is native to the Mediterranean. It is associated with the god Apollo. It seems to be found all over the coastal regions of Greece, especially near beachMeer informatie
Therma Village
19 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today I visited the village of Therma. It is know for its natural hot irradiated springs. Many of the hotels here have natural water treatments inside their walls. The town has a small port and beach,Meer informatie
Therapeutic Mineral Bath and Hammam
19 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C
Today I went to an irradiated hot spring (To Spileo) in the town of Therma. I went to to have a soak in the naturally hot mineral bath, and I also sat in the Hammam, or natural steam room. The heatedMeer informatie
Kontou tou lacoma beach
20 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
This beautiful serene beach is located between Faros town and Aghios Giorgis. It is a bit tricky to get to, but it's worth the effort. The beach cannot be reached easily with car, and you must wearMeer informatie
Mesakti Beach/Armenisti
21 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Located on the northern part of the island, Mesakti beach is a traditionally sand beach with a life guard, beach bars, and coffee shops. The beach has a surfing school and is very popular with theMeer informatie
Drakano tower
22 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Today I visited the tower of Drakano on the Eastern tip of Icaria. It is located a short drive from the airport and from Faros town. Drakano is one of the best preserved Athenian watch towers from theMeer informatie
Aghios Giorgis chapel
22 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 26 °C
Walking distance from Drakano tower is a picturesque chapel of Aghios (saint) Giorgis. It is only accessible by foot from the dirt road used to access Drakano. The walk is best done with a good pairMeer informatie
Artist Nikos (Ikaris) Aivaliotis
23 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ 🌙 21 °C
Today I explored my great uncle's artwork that can be found around Ikaria (and other areas around the globe). He was a modernist sculptor that was very prolific during the 70s and 80s. The sculptureMeer informatie
Aghios Kirikos, Ikaria
24 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
Aghios Kirikos is the capital of Ikaria and is located on the South side of the island. This is one of two port town on the island, the other being Evdilos on the northern part of the island. The townMeer informatie
Skourdougiari Beach in Xrisostomo
25 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 18 °C
Today I went to skourdougiari beach. It is frequented mostly by locals that live in Xrisostomo village. The beach is a rock and pebble beach that has crystal clear waters. There is a cantina near theMeer informatie
Aghios Giorgios beach
26 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 27 °C
Today I visited a beautiful and secluded beach at the Eastern end of Ikaria, Aghios Giorgis beach. It is reachable by foot on a dirt path or by boat. Because it it hard to reach, it does not get veryMeer informatie
Ferry boat ride to Samos!
27 juli 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Leaving Ikaria for a week to explore the nearby island of Samos! I get to see some beautiful islands on the way :)
Kerame beach
3 augustus 2017, Griekenland ⋅ ☀️ 28 °C
Today we went to Karame beach on the south-eastern side of Ikaria. The beach is one of two beaches, one having better road access. I have taken pictures of the less-popular beach, as there were lessMeer informatie




























































































