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COVID-19 Update

COVID-19 Update

  Apr 11, 2020

Warm greetings from the Yakinthos Residence family,

our priority is the safety and well-being of our guests and employees. Following the declaration of the coronavirus (COVID-19) a pandemic on March 12, we would like to extend our warmest thoughts to the people who have been affected by this unfortunate event and our deepest appreciation to the healthcare workers and local communities who are fighting against the virus.

We are doing everything we can to provide the safest accommodation to you, as we are closely monitoring the latest developments, standards and protocols related to COVID-19 issued by the World Health Organization (WHO), the Greek government, the Ministry of Health, local health agencies and public health officials. All is in place to keep your health and safety top of mind.

The Cuisine of Mykonos – A Pleasure for the Palate

Welcome to the land of healthy, delicious cuisine! The Mediterranean diet, long lauded for its effects on longevity is the heart of cuisine in Mykonos. On Mykonos there is something to please every palate and every event. From upscale dining experiences in Mykonos town and in luxury hotels to humble traditional taverns on beach the food in Mykonos is sure to please...

August 15th in Mykonos

August 15th in Mykonos

  Apr 20, 2015

The Feast of the Dormition of the Virgin Mary takes place on the 15th of August. In Mykonos this day is the feast of the Panagia Tourliani, the patron saint of the island. This important religious holiday marks her death or her “falling asleep”. Devout members of the Greek Orthodox Church precede this day by two weeks of fasting. The day itself is marked with celebration, feasting and partying. For those interested in Greek culture and religion, Mykonos is a wonderful place to experience this spiritual event.

It’s all about love

It’s all about love

  Apr 20, 2015

It’s all about love people! That’s why Yakinthos Residence also hosts the chapel of Saint Yakinthos – a traditional Cycladic sanctuary dedicated to our Saint of Love, with the Aegean sea as the backdrop and designed to turn any special occasion into a memorable experience!