The Greek Island of Patmos Has Unspoiled Seashores, Household-run Tavernas, and Picturesque Villages

Patmos is greater than only a stunning island within the Aegean Sea; it is a spot the place households really feel a deep sense of belonging. The island’s small inhabitants and tight-knit group create a welcoming environment the place guests turn out to be a part of an prolonged household. Kids roam freely, whether or not on the seashore or within the picturesque village of Chora. Beneath is my information to taking advantage of your loved ones getaway on this enchanting Greek island.

 Tips on how to Get There

Patmos doesn’t have an airport. Essentially the most environment friendly method to get there’s on the in a single day ferry from Athens, within the consolation of a personal cabin. Or, you’ll be able to decide to fly from Athens to the island of Kos, after which take the shorter ferry over to Patmos. 

What to Do  

Embark on a day cruise to the secluded isles surrounding Patmos: Marathi, Tiganakia, and Aspronisi. Famend because the hidden gems of the Aegean, these pristine shores provide crystal-clear waters, nearly abandoned seashores, and dreamy family-run tavernas.

For households that love a little bit of journey, a visit to Psili Ammos (which interprets to “positive sand” in Greek) combines climbing, sampling conventional meals, and exploring the sandy shores of Patmos. The 20-minute trek to Psili Ammos ends with an unspoiled seashore — no loungers or umbrellas, only a few bushes and a neighborhood, family-owned taverna powered by a generator (there is no electrical energy).

The sometimes gentle waves right here are perfect for children, too, however you’ll want to verify for robust winds that may create tough waters and wind-borne sand that make for an disagreeable seashore expertise. One other tip: Begin early within the morning and discover shade beneath the tamarisk bushes.

The place to Keep 

A keep at The_Petra, a luxurious boutique lodge and landmark of the island for the final 35 years, is like stepping right into a heat embrace. The property, which was began by my mom, Petra Stergiou, has been welcoming friends for 3 generations. Right here, you’ll discover 11 charming rooms and the restaurant Mama’s Meals — a culinary expertise that provides a scrumptious mix of Greek flavors and the place friends have even been recognized to affix in on the enjoyable by rolling up their sleeves and having fun with Greek cooking firsthand. 

Christos Stergiou is a member of Journey + Leisure’s A-Listing and focuses on Greece and the jap Mediterranean journeys. You may create a tailored itinerary with Stergiou by contacting him at cstergiou@truetrips.com.