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

Villages: Beautiful villages

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

You cannot visit Paros and not even pass by Naoussa. Naoussa is a beautiful village, located on a huge bay, in northern Paros. As you can easily understand from the hundreds of boats at the bay, this is a fishing place. Wherever you go in Naoussa, bay, narrow streets, churches, beach, still this is one of the best p...

General: More a teenager destination

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Paros didn't seem to me like a family destination, although I had gone with children (8 and 10). It was more like a teenager place. In fact, I saw many young people and you could also tell from the bars and clubs in Naoussa, Parikia and Pounda. Particularly in Pounda, things were wild and clubs stayed opened all day and night. If you are travelling with a family, like we did, prefer places like...

General: Nice and warm beaches

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

I visited Paros with my friends, last month. We had gone there to see the fabulous beaches of the island that we had heard so much about. We stayed at a hotel in Parikia, which also has the main harbour. This place is also quite popular due to its exciting and enigmatic nightlife. There are plenty of bars and nightclubs in the harbour front. Drinks and music is very good out here. We visited th...

General: Forced to relax there

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

In Paros there wasn't a lot to see however the island forced you to relax and enjoy yourself. Paros has gorgeous beaches and something for everyone. If you want strong nightlife, go to Naoussa. If you want little nightlife, go to Parikia. If you want remote places, go to Aliki. My husband in particular is a kite surfer,...

General: At the top of vacation list

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

I truly and honestly loved Paros. I felt the balance of archaeological, architectural, natural beauty and the abundance of great food options made exploring Paros a wonderful experience. I have been raving about my visit to all of my friends. First of all, I enjoyed the food. From Gyro shops to the vast selection of ...

General: Have more activities for families

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Paros was picturesque in a different way to the other. The beaches lovely and restaurants appealling. We particularly enjoyed the water park for the kids and loved the historical aspects in Naousa. Transport is an issue, you are best to hire a car to access the many beaches and sites. The time we travelled there were many young school holidayers from the mainland which made it difficult in acce...

General: You never get bored

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

You cannot get bored in Paros. There are always so many new things to do. A friend of me suggested this beautiful island and when I saw its pictures I knew I would love it. It looks so pictureque and cute! The beaches are absolutely beautiful. If it windy and the wind is coming from north (as it usually does), go to Monastiri, it is much protected than other beaches. The villages very charm...

General: Enjoy the cosmopolitan atmosphere

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Paros was mostly nice for its villages. The organized beaches were many and water was very clean, but I believe you can find better beaches in other Greek islands (Crete, for example). But the villages of Paros were great: nice colour, cosmopolitan atmosphere, busy life. I think the best Cycladic villages are on Paros. Naoussa especially, which is a great place to relax. Wonderful, clean an...

Villages: Convenient location

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Aliki is not actually a village, it is a tourist hamlet with many hotels and taverns in the seaside. We rented our hotel there because it is closer to the airport, although it is quite far from the other beaches and villages. Transportation in the daytime is good, but buses stop in the evening, so we rented a sccoter to be more comfortable. The beach is very close to all hotels. It is a...

Villages: Sophisticated and vivid

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Do not have any doubt that Naoussa is the best village on Paros. Parikia, the capital, is also fine but it gets too noisy sometimes. But Naoussa gives another sense: more picturesque, more sophisticated, more vivid with the bars around the small port. I honestly adored this village, it has a secret power to make you feel optimist.

General: Worth the extra expense

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Paros was very beautiful and clean but quite expensive. Americans have a difficult time now in Europe with the dollar been worth so little. However, we still enjoyed everything on Paros and it was worth the extra expense. Most taverns were very good, but one Crepe restaurant was terrible, serving us burnt food. She gave us something else though, which was OK. The locals were also wonderful and ...

General: To advertise or not to advertise

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

We know Paros from the interior, so we very much appreciate all of it, although the Greek people could make a huge effort to be much more understanding, nice, comprehensive and smiling with the foreigners. The amazing beaches, delicious food and nice villages is the one side of Paros. I am not going to make too much publicity for Paros. Much better if it stays the way it is. Except for some thi...

General: Strong winds for windsurfing

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

I have been to numberous Greek islands and enjoyed Paros immensely. We stayed in Naoussa, which is very picturesque and has better nightlife than Parikia. Food was excellent everywhere. Highly recommend Mitsi and Gyros both on the beach. And Kosmithos hotel is really nice and comfortable. You'd better try windsurfing in Paros, the best place to do it because of the strong winds.

General: Strange age limit

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

I think the best beach on Paros is Kolimpithres. Paros has also many other beautiful beaches and you can go there from Naousa with a boat, it's only 15 min. Nightlife of course is mostly at Naousa, which is the most picturesque village on the island. Historical monuments are found in Parikia. The church of Panagia Ekatontapiliani is one of the most famous in Greece! Food is also great on Par...

General: Drive off the beaten track

Thu, 19 Nov 2009 08:44:11 GMT

Paros is great for families, for real Greece and for finding quiet secluded spots. Also lively towns with restaurants bars etc open late. Not a party island in the Ibiza sense but fun and lively when you want it and quiet and gentle when you don't. Great bus service to Parikia and out to the other towns and villages - it runs practically all night. Antiparos well worth a visit or to stay for a ...