Mykonos

Mykonos was next (also spelled Mikonos) and we stayed two full days, and on the second day went to the neighboring island of Delos, which is in the lower right of the postcard above (but we'll save that for another post).

We were warned not to stay in the main harbor because of the noise (the Greeks don't sleep at night, they party loudly) crowds, etc. So we went to the south of the city of Ornos (the city is on a narrow isthmus with a harbor on both sides).

In high season there are many more boats off of Psarou Beach and many more people under the umbrellas as this postcard shows.

But for us in May 1997, no worries.

Ornos is the bay to the west of Psarou.

But we liked Psarou. Then we went exploring. You could take a taxi to main city of Ornos (north of the isthmus) or you could rent a scooter. We did both.

This is looking east on the waterfront. There were tavernas all along the water.

Closer to the breakwater was this bit of sand.

Guess we picked this one for lunch.

This breakwater is to the west.

The 'streets' are not made for automobiles, in fact, this place pre-dates cars and public utilities (and that's all I'm gonna say about that).

And because they are narrow, they stay in the shade, for the benefit of all.

The famous windmills of Mykonos. This Veranda is in an area known as Little Venice.

Little Venice is also much photographed. The sunset is the thing to plan dinner for. You want to pick a spot with a good view to the west, and a balcony is ideal. But to have to set up early if you want to be out there when the sun sets.

We picked Katerina's and it was a good choice. The drinks were cool, and the food was excellent.

And this is what you want to see.

And this is Jane, seeing it! You can see the sunset in her shades!

On the second day we ate in the open again, but in a square.

 I'm a little sun burned, because we went to Delos this day. The next morning went left for Naxos.

And the wildlife, well, it just can't be described. Yes, it's a real pelican, and very large.