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Windmills of Mykonos Are My Favourite at this Cruise Port

Last Updated: May 20, 2025 // by Rhonda Albom // 107 Comments
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A giant wave is one of many photo overview of what you will find when you visit for a day from the Mykonos cruise port.
The iconic Mykonos windmills and white washed buildings the Mykonos cruise port stop really special. It's one of many Mykonos images

The contrast of the stark whitewashed buildings against a deep blue sky and turquoise sea captivated my attention as we sailed into the Mykonos cruise port. We could see the famous Mykonos windmills on the hill. The world looked peaceful.

However, like many of the Greek Islands, Mykonos harbour depends heavily on tourism, and our ship was one of several to dock here on this day. Ideal for business, but not so great for visitors.

Despite the tourists, Mykonos is a Mediterranean paradise, albeit too windy for the beach on the day we visited. Instead, we explored. The cobblestone streets lead us uphill into the village and to the famous Mykonos windmills.

Iconic windmills of Mykonos

Now an icon to the island, the three-story Mykonos windmills originated in the 16th century. Primarily built to mill wheat, only 16 windmills remain on the island. Of these, seven overlook the Chora Mykonos Harbour in an area now called Kato Mili. From here, you can look across the bay to the Mykonos cruise port.

The white walls and straw roof against a cerulean sky are a magnet to photographers.

Mykonos windmill with hoards of tourists heading towards them from the Mykonos cruise port
This row of five Mykonos windmills can be seen on top of the hill from nearly every point in the town. Notice the hoards of tourists heading to see them and contributing to the over-tourism of the area.

Shore excursion options

If you are arriving via the Mykonos cruise port, you have three main options:

  • Explore independently: This is what we did. It is the ideal option for people who are comfortable doing their own research prior to arrival and happy to explore an unfamiliar area on their own. The town is close to Mykonos port. It is easy to explore on foot. We love Rick Steves’ Mediterranean Cruise Ports book for this region.
  • Take a tour offered by the cruise company: This is the easiest option and ideal for visitors who don’t want to walk to town and for those who don’t feel comfortable exploring independently. This will be the most expensive option.
  • Take an independent tour: Often offering the same options as the ship, independent tours generally are more personal as they have fewer participants and are lower in cost. Run by locals, we have had good luck with independent tours. Here are three we like the look of:
Windmills of Mykonos Greece. Photo copyright Rhonda Albom 2012
We were not surprised to learn Mykonos is nicknamed “The island of the winds”

Excursion tours that include the Mykonos windmills

We love walking tours. The slowed movement through an area allows us to get a far better understanding, especially if we are visiting for a limited time.

Mykonos Walking Tour: This top-rated three-hour walking tour starts from either hotels or the cruise port and takes visitors beyond the superficial as they travel back in time. Tour highlights include the windmills amongst the many key sights of the town. Plus, you will visit and enjoy a treat from a traditional bakery. Reserve your Mykonos walking tour here

Mykonos Shore Excursion: City & Island Tour: This four-hour highly rated tour is priced for groups of up to three people. It includes both a 1-hour walking tour of the city and a driving tour that visits a beach, two panoramic viewpoints, and an interior island traditional village with a 400-year-old monastery. Reserve this Mykonos shore excursion here

e-TUK Mykonos Riviera Tour: This is the perfect tour for people who are environmentally conscious, like to have a guide in a new city, but don’t like to walk. These are private tours in 100% Electric TUK TUK vehicles. Reserve your e-TUK Mykonos Riviera Tour here

By law, whitewashed buildings line Mykonos streets

Mykonos is part of the Cyclades Islands. By law, any new houses (since 1974), or repainted houses on the Cyclades Islands are to be white. As the white houses boosted tourism significantly, the law has been kept intact.

Cobblestone street on one of the Greek islands
One of the first views as we walked from the Mykonos cruise port towards the town

Whitewashed Greek Chapels

Small churches and chapels are around every corner.

In fact, there are more than 600 churches on the island, hundreds more when you include the monasteries and small chapels. Many of the iconic whitewashed Greek houses and chapels have accents of blues, reds, or purples. Visually, Mykonos far exceeded my expectations.

Here are a two of the many Mykonos churches that caught our eye:

A church on the rocks in Greece
Paraportiani Orthodox Church
A blue roofed chapel with Little Venice in the background

Wall of water

As we arrived on an exceptionally windy day, we found several areas along the shore with water hitting and splashing up along the seawall.

A wave of water rises up along the coast while five  of the Mykonos windmills stand in the background.
And saving my favourite shot of the day for last: The sea was a bit rough, and this wall of water splashed up over and over again, yet we could walk on the path without getting wet. The windmills are in the background.

More on Mykonos cruise port

  • There are two ports, the Mykonos old port, which generally brings cruise passengers to the shore via tender, and the Mykonos new port in Tourlos, which is about 2 kilometres away.
  • We docked at the new Mykonos port and took a free shuttle provided by the ship to town, although we could have walked.
  • Mykonos was a sharp contrast to our other Greek port, the capital city of Athens. (We arrived in Mykonos between the ports of Naples, Italy and Istanbul, Turkey).
  • Given the opportunity, I would love to go back and spend a week here on Mykonos. Nightlife is one of the island’s well-known features. We clearly missed this aspect with only one day in Mykonos.
  • Rick Steves’ Mediterranean Cruise Ports is the best book we have found, whether you are doing your own shore trips or ship excursions.

Mykonos is one of the several incredible European Islands to visit. Next time, I plan to do some tours around Greek islands.

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About Rhonda Albom

Capturing the essence of travel through photography, Rhonda Albom is the primary author and photographer at Albom Adventures. She is an American expat based in New Zealand. She travels the world with her husband.

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  1. Sosoxy

    September 4, 2024 at 10:37 pm

    Beautiful photos! I remember that when I was in Greece, flip-flops were very useful. Some beaches there are a bit rocky and I was more comfortable in flip-flops.

    Reply
  2. judee

    September 5, 2019 at 1:09 am

    We had a great time on our cruise that included Mykonos – I saw the windmills too. I love your shot of all the windmills in a row!!

    Reply
  3. Molly

    September 4, 2019 at 12:33 am

    Mykonos is on my must visit one day list. I have always wanted to go there.

    Mollyx

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  4. Nancy

    September 3, 2019 at 10:35 am

    Absolutely stunning! Truly amazing photos.

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  5. Anda

    August 24, 2019 at 10:44 am

    I’ve never been in Greece, although I grew up not so far from it. After seeing your pictures I want to go see it even more. Those white walls with contrasting, colorful doors are so specific for Greece. Great shots!

    Reply
  6. Carol Cameleon

    May 29, 2017 at 10:07 pm

    Oh my goodness, this is just stunning! Everything about these pictures is just idyllic (ok maybe apart from the crowds). The windmills really are something!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 30, 2017 at 7:49 pm

      I can look past the crowds when the scenery looks like this.

      Reply
  7. Trisha Velarmino

    May 19, 2017 at 6:07 pm

    Greece has always been one of the most photogenic places! I love the wall of water! The whole place is just so calming.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 19, 2017 at 11:05 pm

      Greece is a photographers paradise.

      Reply
  8. David @ Travelsewhere

    May 19, 2017 at 7:13 am

    I’ve only even seen Mykonos referenced in terms of partying so it’s nice to know it has another side to it too. Love the windmills and of course the whitewashed buildings. Excellent photos as per usual 🙂

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  9. Megan Jerrard

    May 17, 2017 at 2:26 pm

    Beautiful photos as always Rhonda – I would love to visit Greece and include a trip to Mykonos. The whitewashed buildings have a certain notion of romance about them, maybe because it seems like this is the setting for every romantic film! Great job catching a photo of the wall of water – that’s intense!

    Reply
  10. Rachel Elizabeth

    May 17, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    So many incredible whitewashed buildings!! I’ve never been to Mykonos but these photos have captured my imagination (and wanderlust)! Nicely done!

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 17, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      That is always my goal, to capture the imagination and induce wanderlust.

      Reply
  11. Edith & Juan

    May 17, 2017 at 1:13 pm

    I have a feeling we’re going to love Mykonos the day we visit. Your pictures are beautiful and only makes us make sure we visit one day!

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 17, 2017 at 2:38 pm

      I am sure you will, it is easy to love.

      Reply
  12. Barb

    May 17, 2017 at 4:28 am

    I love Mykonos. Funnily, I also have photos of me being splashed by the waves on the port near the Jackie O Bar. Mykonos is such a party island, but it comes across as a quiet, peaceful place through your photos.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 17, 2017 at 2:36 pm

      I imagine everyone who doesn’t mind getting wet for a good shot has the photo. As for the party atmosphere, we missed it, having been here only for a day as a cruise ship port.

      Reply
  13. melody pittman

    May 17, 2017 at 12:04 am

    These photos were a great reminder of a week long adventure I had in Mykonos nearly 10 years ago. I loved the beauty of the island as well as the fun nightclubs and uber fresh seafood. It is certainly still on the top of my travels list and my all-time favorite party city.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 17, 2017 at 2:30 pm

      We were only there as a cruise ship port, so we missed all the nighttime fun.

      Reply
  14. budget jan

    May 16, 2017 at 10:37 pm

    What amazing wave shots. I can imagine how exciting sitting there would be. I love Mykonos and your photos are beautiful.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 17, 2017 at 2:28 pm

      Thank Jan. Melissa did get wet after a few waves, it was the other wall of water that never seemed to hit the footpath.

      Reply
  15. Maounas

    May 16, 2017 at 9:45 pm

    Your photos are wonderful and I like it very much where the water is very good to take! Imagine you went to a more winter season !!
    If you ever visit our island and want to do a tour in Mykonos, rent a motorcycle in Mykonos or rent a car and go to the beautiful beaches Mykonos provides!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:27 pm

      I would love to come back and really explore Mykonos.

      Reply
  16. Michele {Malaysian Meanders}

    May 16, 2017 at 3:30 pm

    I thought all the buildings were white with blue accents, so it’s nice to see the red on that church. I like the photo showing all the windmills lined up at the top of the hill. I didn’t realize how many there were, and it gave me a good idea of their respective size. Great photos! I can’t wait to see Mykonos myself. My husband is a huge fan of Rick Steves, so he’ll be glad to know it’s a good guide book.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:22 pm

      I had thought the same, but on Mykonos some of the white buildings had red and others purple trim, but most of them were blue.

      Reply
  17. Rob+Ann

    May 16, 2017 at 12:12 pm

    So pretty! The youngest TL Traveler is in Greece as I read this, following your route. Athens today, Mykonos tomorrow. We love her, but we have Travel Envy! 😉 Thanks for sharing!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:21 pm

      LOL – I have Travel Envy too. I would love to be back there.

      Reply
  18. Laura Lynch

    May 16, 2017 at 9:32 am

    I’m surprised I’ve never seen a photo of those windmills before this. They are obviously a big draw for tourist in Mykonos. I love the whitewashed buildings with the blue doors. So iconic.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:18 pm

      the windmills were my favourite thing on Mykonos.

      Reply
  19. eileen g

    May 16, 2017 at 5:25 am

    we did a day trip from Athens to a few islands, but I don’t think we got to Mykonos. The windwmills are very scenic. I recall Athens being crowded and smoggy and the islands were quiet and pristine by comparison. i enjoyed them and would like to see more.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:15 pm

      I have been to only a few of the Greek islands, and they were each so different from Athens.

      Reply
  20. Linda Aksomitis

    May 16, 2017 at 1:24 am

    Wow, that’s a lot of photos to be moving and organizing, Rhonda! It’s great that you’re able to share them as you go — Mykonos looks like a beautiful port to stop in.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 16, 2017 at 10:13 pm

      Actually, they move all at once. I am reviewing them more out of interest than necessity.

      Reply
  21. Julie

    May 15, 2017 at 1:46 am

    I agree – that last photo of the wave coming up over the wall is my favorite too! For a photography nut, you can’t go wrong in Greece, it is so photogenic!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 15, 2017 at 9:16 am

      Very true, it is quite the photographer’s paradise.

      Reply
  22. Leanne

    May 14, 2017 at 8:18 pm

    White buildings against blue water and blue sky is the EXACT reason I want to visit Greece. Now that there are windmills, I want to get there even sooner!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 15, 2017 at 9:15 am

      LOL – there have been windmills since the 16th-century.

      Reply
  23. Divsi

    May 14, 2017 at 4:30 pm

    Your pictures are spectacular. Mykonos has been on my bucket list since eons. Love the whitewashed structures, the cobbled streets, bricked walls and most of all the contrast of white and blue! 🙂 the blue door looks gorgeous:) thanks for this splendid virtual tour!

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  24. Jennifer

    May 14, 2017 at 9:59 am

    Mykonos is lovely. Did you get to meet Petros, the town’s mascot pink pelican? He’s a trip!

    We also had time to visit Delos, which is a really interesting archaeological site a short boat ride from Mykonos. It’s a must, especially if you’re in to Greek mythology.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:48 pm

      No, we missed the town mascot. Too bad, unless I use it as an excuse to go back again. Also, I would love to visit the other islands nearby.

      Reply
  25. Elaine J Masters

    May 14, 2017 at 8:40 am

    So sorry to not have made it to Mykonos years ago. That sea is pretty intense and I’m sorry to hear about the relentless hordes of travelers. We’re many and growing. Hopefully, we won’t completely overrun the places we love.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:47 pm

      I am not sure there are so many tourists every day, but the day we were there were multiple cruise ships in port.

      Reply
  26. Brooke

    May 14, 2017 at 8:31 am

    Interesting to see and learn more about the windmills. It seems that I always hear more about Greece and the white and blue buildings, but not much about the windmills–they are quite spectacular. Love the last shot of the water up against the edge of the stone walkway!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:45 pm

      That stone walkway with the splash of water was a surprise to us. We watched it for a long time before we were brave enough to walk by.

      Reply
  27. sallie rainville

    May 14, 2017 at 5:56 am

    Beautiful blue and white! And even a touch of red.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      The red was a surprise to me.

      Reply
  28. Sandy N Vyjay

    May 14, 2017 at 2:21 am

    As you have mentioned – the stark whitewashed buildings against a deep blue sky and turquoise sea is simply marvellous and it is definitely a treat to the eyes as well to a person who loves photography! The old church with the ‘Little Venice’ in the background really looks cute. I glad to have read your post. It has inspired me to check out this place personally soon. 🙂

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:43 pm

      I guess that is why they have kept the law for so long requiring people to paint their houses white.

      Reply
  29. Kaila Yu

    May 14, 2017 at 2:05 am

    Such beautiful photos! I’ve seen a lot of bloggers post with those backgrounds on Instagram also. Definitely a must-visit destination for the list!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 6:42 pm

      It really is a must see spot.

      Reply
  30. Sally's Tips 4 Trips

    May 13, 2017 at 9:29 pm

    I just love the Greek islands, the whitewash buildings with blue accents. a little odd to see some buildings with the red accents – where they owned by people of non-Greek heritage?

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 3:13 pm

      I thought so too, but I liked the addition of the red. There was also a purple one. I have no idea about why they are like that.

      Reply
  31. Hilary Melton-Butcher

    May 13, 2017 at 8:25 pm

    Hi Rhonda – what wonderful photos – I’ve never been to Mykonos … Rhodes was amazing to visit and spend time … similar architecture and colours. Love the water shots … cheers Hilary

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  32. beatravelling

    May 13, 2017 at 7:42 pm

    I love those whitewashed houses!!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 3:11 pm

      Me too. I was surprised it is required by law to be white.

      Reply
  33. Jim ~ Reflections Enroute

    May 13, 2017 at 4:41 pm

    I’m ashamed to say we haven’t yet been to Mykonos, but your photos are definitely inspiring! I love the wild seas you had that day. #wkendtravelinspiraiton

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 14, 2017 at 3:11 pm

      I wonder what it would be like on calm days.

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  34. jo

    May 13, 2017 at 7:04 am

    Wow that picture of the wave splashing up is amazing! Love it! I adore the Greek islands and haven’t been to Mykonos. The windmills, the white painted houses, the blue of the sea it’s making me want to return to Greece I can almost smell the ouzo! #Wkendtravelinspiration

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  35. Lexa Cain

    May 13, 2017 at 4:32 am

    I was thinking that the harbor water seemed awfully high, and then I got to the pic of your daughter getting splashed! Imagine the harbor during a storm. Yikes!!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:05 am

      I live on an island too, so it’s easy to imagine the roads filling with water.

      Reply
  36. jill

    May 13, 2017 at 1:58 am

    At the very top of my travel wish list! Such beautiful photos – they just made my day!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:04 am

      Yay. Happy to make you smile.

      Reply
  37. Lyndall

    May 12, 2017 at 9:05 pm

    Stunning photos of the beautiful island of Mykonos Rhonda. It’s such a beautiful part of the world and definitely on my travel bucket list 🙂

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  38. Lyn aka The Travelling Lindfields

    May 12, 2017 at 8:09 pm

    Do you think Melissa has learnt the lesson that fate will always win in the end, or is she still young enough to believe she is invincible?

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:03 am

      Ha. Melissa loved it. I think she welcomed the wave of water. And I am pretty sure she still believes she is invincible.

      Reply
  39. Sabrina

    May 12, 2017 at 7:20 pm

    Looks like a beautiful place. Those windmills look so different from the older ones in the Netherlands or Germany. Very interesting. Love the water shots!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:02 am

      I was surprised by the windmills also

      Reply
  40. Mary {The World Is A Book}

    May 12, 2017 at 6:35 pm

    I love these! It’s so beautiful! We’re going to be in Mykonos next month during a cruise stop and looking forward to seeing Mykonos. Thanks for such a great preview!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:02 am

      Enjoy. We were a cruise stop We did it on our own, just walked the island, had a meal, and dipped our toes in the water.

      Reply
  41. Ruth | Tanama Tales

    May 12, 2017 at 4:37 pm

    Such a cute place! I know it is a favorite place of tourists but I really liked it when I visited. That wall of water is amazing! #TPThursday

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:01 am

      Me too. I think it is a favourite place by everyone who has been there.

      Reply
  42. Pat

    May 12, 2017 at 4:02 pm

    My husband visited Mykonos before we met, over 40 years ago, before it was so well known, and he loved the experience. Hopefully I’ll get a chance to see it one day and sit by that wall of water like your Melissa did! That was a fun photo!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 13, 2017 at 10:00 am

      You should sit by the other wall of water, in the final shot. There you will not get wet. Melissa wasn’t so lucky where she sat.

      Reply
  43. Nano @ Travel With Nano B

    May 12, 2017 at 2:15 pm

    All photos are amazing, but the last one is amazing, I was mesmerized by that wave wall, what a stunning capture!

    Reply
  44. Jo Tracey

    May 12, 2017 at 11:01 am

    All I can say to these is, oh my! That blue against the whitewashed buildings. Just stunning.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 2:51 pm

      That is exactly what I thought when I looked at it in real life – wow Just wow.

      Reply
  45. Anda

    May 12, 2017 at 10:01 am

    Wow! Mykonos truly is a photographers paradise. It’s been so long since I wanted to visit Greece, but still no immediate plans to go there. Is the weather always so beautiful? I’d like to go off season but I’m afraid I may get some rain and my pictures won’t come up so perfect. The photo with the tide breaking on the shore is absolutely gorgeous!

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  46. Trekking with Becky

    May 12, 2017 at 9:19 am

    I’ve never associated windmills with Greece. They actually remind me of the big black satellite dishes from when I was a kid…lol! Thanks for a great look at Mykonos, a place I heard of for the first time when I watched My Big Fat Greek Wedding. 🙂

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 2:48 pm

      These windmills are actually much larger than the satellites from when I was a child

      Reply
  47. Lydia C. Lee

    May 12, 2017 at 8:57 am

    Your photo with the wave crashing is fabulous! I never knew about the windmills….(I’ve not been to Greece, obvs). Very Don Quixote….

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 2:46 pm

      I love Greece, although each island and mainland city has it’s own personality.

      Reply
  48. Amy Franks

    May 12, 2017 at 8:10 am

    I didn’t know they had windmills in Greece!

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    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 8:16 am

      They have been there since the 16th century.

      Reply
  49. L. Diane Wolfe

    May 12, 2017 at 6:46 am

    The windmills are gorgeous. Everything is so crisp. I would’ve filled up a card taking photos there.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 8:11 am

      I did, these are just my favourite shots.

      Reply
  50. Sandee

    May 12, 2017 at 2:28 am

    What great shots. How fun.

    Have a fabulous day, Rhonda. 🙂

    Reply
  51. Tanja (the Red phone box travels)

    May 12, 2017 at 2:23 am

    just gorgeous!

    Reply
  52. nancy chan

    May 12, 2017 at 2:16 am

    Such a beautiful and an interesting place to visit. The windmills look cool. The water can be splashing against the sides and yet not wetting those by the side? Really amazing!

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 8:12 am

      It was a very surreal place to stand and watch the wall of water rise, but stay dry.

      Reply
  53. Alex J. Cavanaugh

    May 11, 2017 at 11:43 pm

    A sea of white and blue. Very beautiful.
    Did you get a shot of Melissa getting soaked?
    Amazing to see everything so close to the water. You don’t see that here – it would’ve been taken out by a hurricane years ago.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 12, 2017 at 8:14 am

      Of course I have the shots of Melissa getting soaked.For me, being close to the water is normal.

      Reply
  54. Mary-the boondocks blog

    May 17, 2016 at 8:15 pm

    There is that amazing blue again Rhonda! I grew up in New York so when I first moved here, it was quite a shock for me to have to deal with the light which is blinding in the summertime! I’ve never been to Mykonos but would love to go sometime.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      May 18, 2016 at 5:30 pm

      I’ve been to other Greek islands and elsewhere in the Mediterranean. There are many other great places to take pictures

      Reply
  55. LD Masterson

    April 28, 2014 at 9:15 am

    I’ve never seen windmills, or even pictures of windmills, quite like those. Very interesting.

    Reply
  56. jenny@atasteoftravel

    April 28, 2014 at 12:31 am

    Mykonos is in our plans for later this year! I’m excited after seeing your pictures..it looks beautiful.

    Reply
  57. Corinne

    April 27, 2014 at 8:58 pm

    Rhonda, I have not been to Mykonos, but those windmills are gorgeous. I love all kinds of windmills, even the new huge wind turbines, although they do tend to take over a landscape.

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      April 29, 2014 at 11:28 pm

      I am not so fond of the new wind turbines when I am close to them, but from a distance I think a field of them looks pretty cool.

      Reply
  58. Ann

    April 27, 2014 at 7:32 am

    I want to go. That’s all I can say.

    Reply
  59. Comedy Plus

    April 27, 2014 at 3:47 am

    Great shots of your short visit to Greece. I know you had the time of your life.

    Have a fabulous day. 🙂

    Reply
  60. Nana Prah

    April 27, 2014 at 2:09 am

    Greece looks like such a beatiful country. I’d like to visit it one day.

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  61. Lexa Cain

    April 27, 2014 at 12:17 am

    I loved the pic of the water spraying up! Cool! I’m puzzled about how the windmills turn. I guess they used to have canvass sails on them.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      April 27, 2014 at 5:29 pm

      I have no idea how the windmills turn 🙂
      The water spray was really cool. We could walk by and not get wet from the wall of water.

      Reply
  62. Lila Asnani

    April 26, 2014 at 5:12 pm

    Wow! I knew Mykonos was gorgeous and your pictures do them great justice. I have visited Greece but not Mykonos and I know I will have to make it a priority next time I am in Europe. Thanks for a good read.

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    • Rhonda Albom

      April 27, 2014 at 5:30 pm

      I had visited Greece before too, but hadn’t made it to this island in the first trip. It is now my favorite.

      Reply
  63. Chris

    April 26, 2014 at 2:21 pm

    Those are some neat windmills, and that water wall is fascinating! I’ve heard a lot about Mykonos lately, must be a popular vacation spot. Really like that last picture, with the old church in the foreground and the town behind it.

    Really enjoying your world traveler posts. You’ve taken some fabulous photos!

    Reply
  64. Alex J. Cavanaugh

    April 26, 2014 at 10:00 am

    Beautiful shots.
    That wall of water is wild. Straight up!

    Reply
    • Rhonda Albom

      April 27, 2014 at 5:33 pm

      You should have seen it, I am sure you could have writing it into a Sci-fi story somewhere. It was really bizarre.

      Reply

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