A couple of years before Kythera island was brought up almost on all talking between our friends as a summer destination. Some of them, in fact, was rather radical in favour of Aphrodite’s birthplace. Hence, no hesitations aroused when Dimitris, a friend of ours, brought the idea on the table.
Kythera and how to get there
The island lays between Peloponessos and Crete. It’s always been not only a crossroad of different cultures but also Kytherians themselves acted as ambassadors in distant places on earth as migrants; that’s why perhaps there is a boheme style around.
Get there either by boat or plane; in general, it is a well and frequent connected island.
Consider a necessity to rent a car or have your own; there is no alternative to move around. Drive distances are relatively long and road condition makes them seem even longer.
Where to go
I bet that most of your time would be spent on the beach; make it worth. So, I suggest Melidhoni, Kaladhi (its real! an alive cart postal!), Lykodimou and Chalkos. Additionally, Limnionas beach is hard to reach but the scenery is simply amazing and surely typical greek. Weather could be, often, windy enough so have a quick look on the daily forecast to choose the best,- weather wise-, beach to spend your day.
You could visit Mylopotamos to hike a bit and if you are lucky you might see the waterfalls,- we weren’t though.
Avlemonas probably would be my favourite place to stay, after all. Combining the most picturesque view, a couple of decent taverns and a chill out cafe-bar named “Arachtopoleion“.
Plan to stroll in Chora in the evening, attend a live performance in Potamos at “Astikon” or drive up to Karavas and visit the famous bakery.
Avoid Kapsali; we were totally disappointed!
Eating
We tasted some good food in Familia (Fratsia), Platanos (Mylopotamos) & Pierros (Livadi). Overall about average but not remarkable.
Accommodation
We have booked at Kastraki Art Houses in Logothetianika. Slightly pricey and remote but nonetheless worth staying in.