Kea
– Top yacht charter destination
Secluded
Poles Bay, with its sparsely populated hills and azure waters, is a
great place to drop anchor for a spot of snorkelling, sunbathing and
relaxing in luxury. Korissa beach has a small harbour and a long,
sandy beach while Kaliskia can only be accessed on foot or by boat,
making it an ideal romantic hideaway. Fancy stretching your legs on
land? Kea offers some of Greece’s most well-connected hiking
trails, which will take you into the heart of the country, passing
through almond groves, ancient ruins and fruit orchards.
Kea
– Things To Do
The
turquoise waters of Koundouros Beach are crystalline and calm, making
this the ideal place for swimming and snorkelling. A must-do for
divers is the wreck of the steam ship Patris, which sank in 1868 and
now lies 28 metres under the sea off Koundouros. There are a myriad
other wrecks dotted around the island, including the sister ship of
the Titanic, the HMHS Britannic, which went down in 1916. While
diving at these fascinating spots, you will be accompanied by schools
of colourful fish. The ruins of the ancient city of Karthea, in the
southeast, are worth a visit and you can snorkel amid the sunken
remnants of an ancient harbour.
Kea
– The Gourmet Experience
Because
Kea is a popular destination for affluent Athenians who own holiday
homes on the island, the cuisine is sophisticated and refined. There
are many options across the island – try the shrimps at Porto
Koundouros on Koundouros beach and the lobster pasta at Aristos in
Vourkari, conveniently situated directly opposite the harbour. If
you are in Korissia, the main port, or the capital, visit one of the
two Rolando’s, where their rabbit stew and grilled sardines have
garnered a loyal following.
Kea
– Nightlife
Vourkari
is the island’s after-dark fun zone, with several café-bars and
clubs lining the seafront. At Vinylio, DJs spin tunes into the wee
hours and you can order a pizza to accompany your ouzo. Illusion,
also in Vourkari, is more upmarket and is a great spot for a
sundowner and, later, a twirl on the dance floor.
Kea
– Chartering A Yacht
Planning
your first island-hopping adventure in Greece? To get a real taste of
this paradise on earth, get in touch with our charter broker here or
by phone, and we’ll help you make your dreams come true.
Insider
Tip: Due
to its proximity to the mainland, Kea can get busy during summer
weekends. Plan your trip for during the week to ensure more
exclusivity.
Our friendly Abberley yacht charter brokers are happy to answer any questions you might have. Drop us a line here or give us a call and we will make sure you have the vacation you deserve.
