Paxos islands share their cosmopolitan secrets only with exclusive visitors. With the islands being accessible in only 4 hours from Italy via catamaran, it is no surprise that their magnetizing beauties have acquired such a wide threshold...Year after year they gain in popularity but, nonetheless, they retain their territory untouched and unspoiled. Their paradise beaches are their strongest asset and their inhabitants withhold the most valuable virtue of all...that of hospitality.
Undoubtedly, the Greek showbiz has found a perfect destination via sailing boats and fast yachts. But Paxos islands have also attracted the preference of visitors who seek a discreet and alternative getaway in the prism of peaceful nights and delightful strolls by the sea shore. The stimuli come in eternal waves as you dive in the crystal clear waters of Sarakiniko beach in Antipaxos island, as you explore the caves of Mogonisi island (a small islet accessible from Paxos island via a small bridge), while you sunbathe in the exotic beach of Voutoumi in Antipaxos island and in your evening promenades in the picturesque alleys of the main town, Gaio.
Visiting Paxos islands definitely withholds a completely different experience in comparison to the other islands of the Ionian Sea. Their geographical positioning and the fact that they are not easily accessible, has given them the possibility of maintaining a sophisticated and cosmopolitan facade irresistibly appealing to the enfant gâté of Greece and beyond. The six hour drive from the capital of Greece, Athens, and then consecutively the boat trip, has managed to keep the tourist masses well away and give ample space for visitors coming on sailing boats and fast cruising yachts. The Agnelli family of FIAT automobiles has a villa in Paxos islands and this constitutes an indisputable proof that Paxos and Antipaxos will only share their beauties with exclusive visitors. The fact that the mentality of the locals is relatively narrow towards massive tourism and quick personal enrichment has granted them an untouched territory full of cherished treasures in return.
As you approach Gaios - the port and main town of Paxos island – you will be filled with unprecedented enthusiasm of the general view, but especially that of the green islets of Panagia and Agios Nikolaos. The small ports and cute marinas of the island are full of luxury yachts that have brought their famous guests to the island. Don’t be surprised with the celebrity spotting during your evening promenade along the port of Gaios.
Paxos islands are not just about celebrity spotting and luxury yachts. This unique destination in the Ionian Sea offers numerous possibilities for a quiet vacation in absolute solitude within delightful landscapes. Most of those unique landscapes on the western side of the island are hard to access but a boat trip will delight you ...even if you are not aboard a luxury yacht. There are boats that leave from Gaios port for magnificent excursions that will take you to Galazio beach passing from enchanting caves with turquoise waters.
