Greeka.com: Amorgos Reviews - Greece and the Greek Islands

General: Not spoiled by mass tourism

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I was in Amorgos last April. It was quite difficult to reach the island. The trip had very bad connection from Patmos, we had to change ferries at Syros at midnight for a ferry at 7am and the whole island was shut down. Nothing was open at that time, not even a fast food restaurant. We had to sit in the street to wait from 3am to 6am as the ferry terminal was also closed. Not very good at all...

Beaches: Agia Anna

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Did you know that Agia Anna in Amorgos is the beach were the movie "Big Blue" was filmed? It was a movie with Rosanne Arquette and Jean Reno, about two divers who were competing a lot and then took part in a competition... Anyway, part of it was filmed in Agia Anna. I had seen the movie many times and recognized the location when I went there. It was a great experience!

General: AMORGOS

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

It's not easy to get to the island Amorgos because it is one of the most easterly of the Cyclades.(after te stop in Amorgos ther ferryt brings you to Astipalea) That's one of the reasons why I wanted to go there,. From Belgium your first have to take a flight to Santorini, then a ferry to Naxos an afterwards take a little ferry to Amorgos. There are only three towns: the harbours Katapola (west...

General: Waking up with the cockcrow

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Amorgos is a wild island. Beaches are many and easy to reach. Also in August there aren't much tourists and...it's simply fantastic!!! The waters are blue and crystal! There isn't a real nightlife, there are some restaurants and a couple of bars. It's an ideal island for people that are looking for quietness. Chora is lovely. It's not rich but incredibly true...in the morning we woke up with th...

General: Too expensive

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I have been to Amorgos twice. Last time I traveled by boat and it was overbooked. I tried to book my tickets online and it was impossible. As all the boats were full, it was very difficult to reach Amorgos. Despite that, my opinion on Amorgos is Very good. The only problem is that the prices are as high as in the main European countries... but the services are lower. I have been to Greece at...

General: More staff and accommodation needed

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I hadn't been to Amorgos before and I wanted to see the place. So I traveled there in August last summer. Beaches were nice but there were some seaweeds. Staying in Aegiali made going to the beach pretty simple but we didn't visit any of the southern beaches because they were too far and the bus route was inconvenient. Chora had some nice shops too. The restaurants in Aegiali and Chora were ok,...

General: My secret beach

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I live far away from Greece, but the distance never stopped me from traveling there.I have been to Amorgos 5 times before. It took only 14 hours to go from my door in Sweden to the door in Amorgos. In Amorgos you can find everything you need for a perfect vacation. The villages are all beautiful, each in its own way. I love walking all different footpaths and, of course, swimming. But, I will n...

General: A traditional small island

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

The reason I chose Amorgos is that I have already visited the most famous Greek islands such as Santorini, Paros etc and, although I loved it evey single time, I had enough of crowded places. A friendly couple recommended the island of Amorgos as a place quiet and not a hot tourist spot. They had right!It is really small and very traditional, all kept as it was. We stayed at the capital, Chora ...

General: If you like trekking Amorgos is for you

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

The place is wonderful, the small villages are absolutely stunning, and you can find nice beaches with easy access ( even though these are crowded in the afternoon). Obviously best places are far from bus stations, so if you like trekking, Amorgos is for you. The monastery of Chossoviotissa is impressive, especially if you arrive from north by foot. Best beach: Ammoudi - Chalara; Best village: ...

General: Attractive and friendly

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I had lived in Greece for two years 30 years ago and had always wanted to return for a holiday. The beaches were great, nice and sandy with plenty of shade if you need it and of course having the tavernas where you could get coffee or lunch was a bonus. The islands best beach I believe is Aegiali. we visited several villages and thought Aegiali and Hora were the most attractive and friendly. W...

General: An island which combines everything

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Hello, my name is Ada Syriatou and I'm from Greece. I'm 39 years old, and the summer of 2006 I visited the island of Amorgos in Cyclades. I arrived on the island by a boat named Dimitroula but the trip was not good and had many delays. It was a personal choice to visit this island. I really liked the landscapes, and the nice environment. The local transportation was excellent and gave us the ...

General: Great beaches and traditional villages

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Nationality: French Age: 31 Countries visited: 30+ The Trip: I arrived on the island by Plane with Air France and boat with Dimitroula. The trip was good with no delays Reasons for going to Amorgos: Recommended by friends Idea before arriving: Just that it is very beautiful and there are great beaches Favorite things about the island/area: Best Beaches : Agios Paulos Best ...

General: Go back to Amorgos nearly every year

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Nationality: Germany Age: 54 The trip: I arrived on the island of Amorgos on the night with Blue Star ferries. It was nice and the sea was calm. Reasons for going to Amorgos: I first came in Amorgos, Greece, in 1983, felt in love to the island and go back there nearly every year. Idea before arriving: I already knew the island of Amorgos and really loved it! Expectations and opinions: Of...

General: Better in low season

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

Amorgos is one of my favourite islands.
Nevertheless I strongly recommend anyone to avoid visiting the island in late July and beginning of August because it gets crowded with French and school groups?not very relaxing.
But if you go during June or even better, in September, you will have the opportunity to discover the beauties and charms of the island in peace and tranquillity.

General: The love island

Fri, 25 Jul 2008 09:30:16 GMT

I went to Amorgos with my boyfriend in July. We rented a room in Hora, capital of the island; this village is so beautiful with its white houses and its labyrinth streets; it is dominated by a 13th century Venetian castle and its known as the medieval town of the island. Because Hora has been built 400 metres above sea level it offers some amazing views?very romantic.
We visited the famo...