Ios
The island of Ios is famous for its amazing beaches with the golden sand and the crystal clear waters. Some of the most famous beaches of the island are the Milopota beach, the Kalamos beach, the Psathi bay and the Koumbara beach. Apart from its beaches, there’s also intense nightlife and this is the reason why there are lots of tourists in the summer. The bars and the clubs on the island play music for every taste and when the fun begins there’s no ending. The landscape of the island is breathtaking; the white-painted churches at various areas of the island are interesting while the picturesque streets and the traditional settlements will excite you. The countless churches, the Byzantine castle ruins, the Modern Art Museum, the Folk Museum as well as the Archaeological Museum are definitely worth a visit. If you too want to spend unforgettable holidays in Ios, all you have to do is book now your ferry tickets.
The Ios Port
You can easily take a ship from Piraeus and the surrounding islands to Ios. You can also book your ferry tickets online via aktoploika.gr for a more comfortable and carefree journey. The journey from Piraeus to Ios lasts 7 hours by ferry and 3 hours and 30 minutes by speedboat. Ormos, the island’s port, is a small touristic settlement that comes alive in summers with rooms to let, cafes, bars and clubs.
Connection With Other Islands
Ios has a ferry connection with the following ports: Piraeus (Athens), Anafi, Folegandros, Herakleion (Crete), Kimolos, Milos, Mykonos, Naxos, Paros, Santorini, Serifos, Sifnos, Sikinos, Syros, Thriassia.
Ferry Tickets
You can now book ferry tickets online for Ios via Aktoploika.gr. If you plan to travel during July and August, it’s best if you have booked several days or weeks earlier to avoid hitches. You should also know that round-trip/return ferry tickets come with a considerable discount.
Transportation
The public transportation in Ios is excellent. The buses depart from central points for the villages and the beaches of the island every few minutes the whole day. There are also a few taxis in case you want to travel faster and more comfortable than with the bus. You will also find some small boats that will take you to more secluded and quiet beaches and you will be able to admire the landscape on the way. There are car and motorbike rental agencies as well. However, make sure you have booked the vehicle you desire before you arrive on the island.
Useful links: Ios Hotels
Happy Holidays in Ios!!!