Relaxing holidays in Greece
"You cannot wear a watch in Ikaria anymore than you can wear a suit in the
sea.” This is the motto by which the people of Ikaria live and it may very
well be the reason why they enjoy the longest life expectancy among other
Europeans and Americans. Call it well-being or Zen, this alternative and
relaxed way of life is definitely worth diving into. Opt for a wellness
retreat on the Greek islands and get there with
Let’s Ferry.
Discover the hot baths, natural swimming pools, lakes, waterfalls and
greenery, that the islands of Greece have to offer and tap into your true
self, the one who’s buried under those endless deadlines at work. Forget about
work and put on your to-do list only activities that bring you peace of mind
and relax your body and soul!
Discover the benefits of thermal tourism in Lesvos, Ikaria and
Kimolos
Thermal tourism is an ideal closure to a stressful year, as these
natural healing resources are perfect for hydrotherapy and relaxation.
Get
the
cheapest ferry tickets to Lesvos
at Let’s Ferry and let this island be your first stop of your journey into
well-being. Visit the beach of Eftalou, at the northeast of
the town of Molyvos and soak away your stress in its natural
hot spring, where the water temperature reaches 43-46 Celsius! On the east
coast of the island, visit Thermi and unwind in the
warmth of the water that will surely re-invigorate you. And then, find peace
and privacy at the bay of Gera and indulge yourself into
the healing properties of its waters gushing at 39 Celsius.
Next, set sail for Ikaria. Its exceptional geothermal energy results
into therapeutic hot springs. In the town of
Agios Kyrikos,visit the hot springs of
Mustafa-Litza, Kato Loumakia and
Kleftolimano. In the area of
Therma, you can try the
thermal springs of Spilaio, Pamfili,
Kratsa and Apollo.Soak into the
"Immortal Water" at the Lefkada – Xylosyrti springs,
which contain beneficial elements that can heal or ease many ailments. Fill
your time with peace and tranquility! Get your
ferry tickets to Ikaria at Let’s Ferry!
Take advantage of Let’s Ferry’s multiple - destination booking system
and add Kimolos to your adventure to get all “warmed
up”. There, you will find Therma, the largest natural heated
pool in the Aegean, where thanks to the volcanic soil of the island, you will
get a chance to experience how the water temperature changes and rises as high
as 50 degrees Celsius. After you unwind and recharge your batteries in
Kimolos, get your ferry tickets and set sail to
Milos!
Thanks to its volcanic activity, Milos boasts many hot springs. You’ll
find most of them right by the beaches of the island and you will spot them by
the small steam patches gushing out of the sea. Some of the most noteworthy
ones, are the thermal springs of Alykes, (guaranteed to give
you the ultimate natural spa experience), the
Baths of Lakkou Adamada (the only formally recognized
hot spring of the island with the water temperature ranging 33-41 degrees
Celsius, depending on the season and sea level), the
Baths of Harou Adamada, Kanava, Provatas, Skinopi and
the Tria Pigadia.
Samothrace, Thassos and Crete. Find bliss in nature
Many Greek islands combine the beauty of the endless blue sea with
refreshing green sceneries. One of them is the mystifying island of
Samothrace. Homeland of the renowned sculpture of the
Winged Victory of Samothrace (Nike of Samothrace), this island takes roughly two hours to get to from
Alexandroupolis, and is calling you to discover its natural wonders. Take a stroll alongside
the island’s water streams where tall green trees are mirrored. Enjoy the
impressive waterfalls of Karya. Breathe deeply and allow
yourself to become one with nature. Find the greenish path that leaves falling
off the trees have created and follow it until you get to
Vathres, a stepwise array of natural pools formed in the
rocks with crystal deep-green waters.
Even though there are more than 100, the one you should definitely visit
is Gria Vathra. A series of ten successive waterfalls make it
stand out. Dare to trek this hard but rewarding trail up the mountain and find
yourself enchanted by the mystical atmosphere. When you get to the
Fonias Gorge embrace the beautiful scenery of waterfalls
and the ponds that are formed between the granite rocks! But beware: the climb
can be dangerous, so make sure you have the right gear and shoes.
The
enchanting island of Thassos is a short two hours from
Samothrace. Aside from its wild natural beauty and archeological sites, this
northernmost island of the Aegean is also a unique natural resort area. Its
morphology has led to the creation of a natural miracle. Near the settlement
of Astrida, amidst the olive trees, is the natural rocky pool
of Giola with crystal clear waters and a flat deep
bottom.
Known for the high life expectancy of its people and its alluring
beauty, Crete could not be missing from the list of the top “well-being”
travel destinations. Hidden behind hills and the
White Mountains (Lefka Ori) in
Chania, is the lake Kournas. Enjoy a picnic on its shores and
marvel at the beauty of the landscape or rent a water bike and canoe kayak or
enjoy a walk around the area of this eye-shaped blue water lake.
For the true zen sports aficionados, Triopetra in
Rethymnon
gathers nature-loving yogees from all over the world every year. And even if
you prefer snow, Crete still has the answer! Yes, indeed, this island offers a
plethora of options and for a while now, it is featured in the ski map of
Europe as a destination where competitions and sport ski events take place.
So, if you are tired of skiing in Pelion, book your
ferry tickets to Crete
and bring in the mountain elements into island life! And for those who enjoy
the view from the top, there is always the option of unwinding in one of the
hotels in Anogia, overlooking
Mount Psiloritis or the village of
Kapetaniana, in the Asterousia Mountains,
and enjoying the endless blue of the Libyan Sea.
So, the next time you take a break from work don’t stay in the city.
Book a
ferry ticket at Let’s Ferry
and visit waterfalls, lakes, and thermal springs to re-invent and juvenile
yourself. You will find that the nature of the Greek islands will please your
eyes, relax your body and sooth your soul.