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Sailing around Naxos and the Small Cyclades

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You cannot deny that all this sounds really exciting for all of us who have never tried anything similar. And it is. We, humans are land creatures and whenever we come close to this vast area of water, our most basic instincts sound the alarm. It is only natural. It is that very instinct that we have to overcome in order to experience one of the most fun activities of the summer. While on Naxos holidays, a sailing tour is one of the most exhilarating things to do, if you want to have something to boast about to your friends when you get back home. It is also a great opportunity to visit places that you normally wouldn't and meet new people whether you want to or not (you just can't avoid them!). All you need to do is choose the right captain, make sure that he is experienced enough and off you go to explore new shores and the limits of yourself. The sea may be calm, in which case you will enjoy a care-free tour while lounging around the boat, chatting with your new fri

Is it safe to visit Naxos alone?

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As a general rule, it is neither safe nor easy for most people to travel alone. It just doesn’t feel safe enough, especially the first time. Have you ever thought about it? First of all you will have to deal with a bunch of negative comments that your friends and relatives will bombard you with every single day, hoping they will, eventually, change your mind and alter your travel plans. They mean well. But Naxos is far from the deepest darkest jungle. Wherever we go, even in our home town, when we are alone we need to be more careful and, although we hardly ever do so, it is comforting to plan ahead in case something goes wrong. It is good practice to tell a friend or relative where we are going and roughly when we plan to return. Another good safety practice is to keep our mobile phone on and charged to keep fairly regular contact with at least one other person, informing them of our immediate plans. all this may sound like a bother, but it never seems more relevant in our ho

Naxos travel guide

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There is so much to say about an island like Naxos Greece that we wouldn’t know where to begin from. Its attraction points are many and of all kinds, historical, gastronomical, architectural and touristic. As the years pass, its fame spreads and more and more people keep coming, trying to discover its magic. Naxos is different that the other islands of the Cyclades in many ways. Its ample space provides enough privacy even during the high season. Its many beaches of great variety in type are a magnet to everyone. Its many and picturesque villages gather many tourists each year. Its uniquely tasty food is famous the world over.