Author: M Mykonos Villas

Joy of Missing Out: A Softer Side of Mykonos

Joy of Missing Out: A Softer Side of Mykonos

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Remember FOMO?

The Fear Of Missing Out was one of the strongest travel trends of the 2000s, with endless lists of 5, 10, 20, 50, or even 100 places to visit, sights to see and things to do before you die, being the absolute must for any self-respecting voyager. Exploring wildlife, climbing dangerous cliffs, skydiving in the desert or fishing for white sharks in the Pacific were all good enough reasons to board a plane and cross an ocean. With a lot of excitement along the way and new friends easily made across continents, traveling was more of an open invitation to a world of high adrenaline.

But things have changed.

According to the most prestigious global tourist reviews, by replacing the “F” with a “J”, you get to know the new travel trend: JOMO—the Joy Of Missing Out. JOMO erases any previous desires for non-stop, breathless daily visits to crowded destinations out of fear of missing out on the fun. It’s a softer, slower way of traveling that, instead of focusing on a thousand things to see and do at every trip, prioritizes the need to feel the place, discover its hidden beauties, immerse yourself in its magic and enjoy the bliss of sharing it with your loved ones.

Soft, slow travel is part of a wider wellness trend that comes as an antidote to our restless, stressful, high adrenaline lives. A global survey by Ipsos found that 62% of people reported the impacts of stress on their daily lives, while in the UK, nearly 80% said mental and physical health were equally important. According to Expedia’s Unpack ’25 travel trends report, 62% of travelers felt that slow-travel-style trips reduced stress and anxiety, and nearly half said they helped them reconnect better with loved ones. The Hilton Trends Report states that “more than one in five travelers plan to get away for self-discovery or mental health when travelling for leisure. They are leaning into ‘soft travel’, or travel that encourages simplicity or spontaneity”.

And what better place to JOMO than Mykonos?

Despite its fame as one of themost vibrant and energetic islands of the Aegean, Mykonos has an unparalleled aura that empowers all sorts of inner healing and meditative practices. Some say it’s the spirit of the ancient mythology gods that gives the island its almost supernatural, divine vibe—making people want to dance barefoot on its golden sand beaches. Others believe it’s the revitalizing northern breeze, sharpening the freshness of the air and the wellness of the soul. With countless ways to relax in Mykonos—from luxury resort spas to boutique beauty salons tucked into the heart of the Town—there’s no shortage of tranquility!

So go ahead—book your stay with M Mykonos Villas, pack your bags, and start JOMOing!

Easter in Mykonos: Celebrating Spring and Tradition

Easter in Mykonos: Celebrating Spring and Tradition

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April is the sweetest month of the year. Nature, dressed in all the colors of the kaleidoscope, has its great feast that, once a year, includes even the rocky, dry islands of the Cyclades. Approaching Mykonos’s international airport for landing, except for the deep blue of the Aegean Sea, the small islets scattered around it and the dazzling white color of the houses, your eyes will also take in the color of the grass, covering the hills like a rare green carpet, only to vanish again under the mighty summer sun. The temperature at this time of the year is pleasantly mild, encouraging the first swims along the stunning, not-yet-busy coastline.

When on the Island, you will instantly notice a slight change in the usually loud, explosive atmosphere. It’s Easter time—the famous Greek “Pascha”—one of the most significant religious and cultural celebrations in the country, bringing a more peaceful and spiritual atmosphere. Greek Easter starts with Lent, a period of fasting that lasts for 40 days, asking the faithful of the church to abstain from meat and dairy products, while anticipating the celebration of the Resurrection. During this time, the island’s churches host services and prayers with their bells sounding mournfully. Regardless of one’s personal beliefs or religion, this shared expression of deep sentiments is a feeling that stays in the heart.

When the Holy Week arrives, each day is marked with specific traditions and ceremonies. The week begins on the Sunday before, with families bringing palm fronds to church, and culminates on Good Friday, with the services including a symbolic representation of Christ’s burial (the Epitaphios) beautifully decorated with vibrant flowers by the locals—especially the children. The impressive, tall, wooden flower bed is carried around the alleys, accompanied by hundreds of people who light candles and sing hymns.

On the night before Easter Sunday, the atmosphere shifts from sorrow to joy. Midnight sees an enthusiastic gathering at churches where bells triumphantly ring out, and people light candles, symbolizing the resurrection of Christ. On the next day, the pinnacle of the celebration is marked by a festive spirit that brings together families and friends who will be eating and drinking until late in the evening. The traditional delicacies include roasted lamb with potatoes, homemade pies, rich green salads and hard-boiled, red-dyed eggs. Guests take turns tapping them against each other, and the winner is the last person with an uncracked egg!

Easter in Mykonos is a captivating experience that illustrates the island’s deep-rooted traditions and its vibrant, communal spirit. From solemn church services to joyous feasts, each aspect offers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of Greek culture and spirituality. For visitors and locals alike, it is not just about observing a holiday; it is about immersing oneself in the heart of Greek life, where faith, culture, and community intertwine in a beautiful celebration of renewal and hope.

My Mykonos Resolutions for 2025!

My Mykonos Resolutions for 2025!

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Every New Year’s Eve we get together with our friends, drink to the New Year and wish for all the things most people on earth consider essential for a good life: luck, health, love, happiness, prosperity, success – and some more intimate wishes. As for the next day, after waking up late, most of us start making a list of our personal resolutions for the new year.

For example, it is my decision that in 2025 I will try to be surrounded by smiling, open-hearted people willing to make my life more beautiful and easier, like the always-smiling, exemplary off-site manager of my rented, exclusive and luxury villa who welcomed me in this private, summer home in Mykonos, eager to show me around its impressive premises. It was a stunning villa with amazing vistas and dreamy services and the way this sweet, yet impeccably professional lady welcomed me there, is exactly the attitude I will be claiming from all the people around me in 2025!

One of my resolutions for the new year is to renovate my house and make it so that it reminds me of the amazing island home where I spent the most memorable holidays of last year. I will make sure to keep it spotless and shiny, to get some of the same state-of-the-art kitchen tools, fluffy pillows and sheets made of soft fabrics and fill my bathroom with the same luxury cosmetics I need to take care of myself every day. I may not have the same stunning sea views or be able to get a private pool as I had there, but I can certainly think of ways to bring some of the explosive atmosphere of Mykonos and the spirit of its people into my daily life!

Another thing I will try to do, that is deeply ingrained in my heart from the Mykonian summer, is to bring more light into my life, literally and figuratively. Even if the natural light of my homeland doesn’t compare with the bright sun that shines every day in Mykonos, I can certainly manage to somehow emulate it!

Among my resolutions for the next year is to create for myself some of the comforts I used to enjoy on this unique island, which is a real gem of the Aegean Sea. Perhaps in this case I may not have people available to me 24 hours a day, but I can create the feeling of care that my hosts abundantly provided.

And even though I have no chef skills I will also make sure to get all those amazing savoury and sweet delicacies from the island, to become the basis for some of the most sensational flavours I have ever tasted in my life.

To cut a long story short, as you can understand, my absolute first decision for 2025 will be to book my tickets and accommodation for my next stay in one of these sensational residences that will become again my home away from home, while I enjoy the sun and sea at the spectacular Cycladic coastline!