The Cyclades through the eyes of Italian tourists | How they see Syros, Paros, and Kimolos

Three Cyclades islands with their respective tourist “identities” were presented by Italian journalist Sonia Anselmo in a recent trip organized by the Municipalities in collaboration with MTCGROUP and sponsored by SEAJETS.

In a vivid manner, Ms. Anselmo, who manages www.latitudinex.com, a blog that records places, traditions, stories, food, curiosities, and emotions from around the world, described her experiences during the one week she spent on the three islands of Syros, Paros, and Kimolos. She wrote:

Three Cyclades islands with their respective tourist “identities” were presented by Italian journalist Sonia Anselmo in a recent trip organized by the Municipalities in collaboration with MTCGROUP and sponsored by SEAJETS.

“Similarly, in the dazzling blue sea and their doors, in the narrow streets of their villages, the summer that extends into the fall, where you can swim without suffering from much heat, in the semi-deserted and quiet beaches, in the wonderful meetings with cats, in the fleeting clouds, different in spirit:

Three Cyclades islands with their respective tourist “identities” were presented by Italian journalist Sonia Anselmo in a recent trip organized by the Municipalities in collaboration with MTCGROUP and sponsored by SEAJETS.

Syros, more lively and urban, with its bustling beach and secluded bays.

Paros, more touristy and cultural, with the archaeological museum and the ancient church, the restaurants at the harbor and the fishing villages.

Kimolos, a real surprise, wild in its diverse nature, with a positive energy that fuels a large, welcoming heart.

All unique for the hospitality and generosity of the residents: especially in Syros, the Deputy Mayor Ioannis, Bibi, and the exceptional Elena who guided us. In Paros, Kyriaki and Marina with her husband who took care of us in the apartment. In Kimolos, “Manos, the Deputy Mayor, and Efi and her family who helped us so much in every area.”

The article was also impressive and included photographic material: “The magic of Greece, the reason this land, so gifted with such gifts – nature, history, ancient culture and gastronomy – rises deep in your heart, is exactly this. Or, as Eftihia’s wise young son says, “You come here as a tourist and leave as a family.” That’s what I’ve been missing all these years.”