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Holidays in Lesvos (Lesbos or Mytilini)
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Overview of Lesvos
Lesvos holidays, (also known as Lesbos holidays, or Mytilini) are a great way to sample the true Greece. Lesvos is the 3rd largest Greek island with plenty to do and see. Although not as rowdy as some of the other Greek holiday destinations the island still offers brilliant amenities, all you need for an excellent break in the sun. Last minute holidays to Lesvos have a mix of tradition and culture with great nightlife and charm. Over the years Lesvos holidays have become very popular with families, honeymooners and the gay community. Skala Eressou and Skala Kallonis are some of the most popular resorts for their sandy beaches, culture and enjoyable night life. Cheap holidays to Lesvos offer great value. The shopping in Lesvos is great for bargains in the local markets, and food is relatively cheap.
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Getting there and getting around
Lesvos flights have a flying time of approximately 4 hours from the UK. Flights to Lesvos are operated by charter airlines and are direct from the UK operating from major airports such as Manchester and Gatwick. Once on the island the best form of transport would be to hire a car as the island is quite big. If you are just looking to stay in your chosen resort then walking and public transport is perfectly sufficient.
Things to do
Holidays in Lesvos are a great opportunity to sample the real Greece. Package holidays to Lesvos offer excellent award winning beaches fantastic shallow clear waters, the beaches are perfect for a full day out. Quiet beaches can be found to each side of the main resorts ideal for relaxing in private. Skala Kallonis is a well established holiday favourite with families and couples for its fabulous beach and great amenities. There are many sightseeing opportunities on the island of Lesvos, explore the unspoilt traditional villages and beautiful architectural historical sites. Holidays to Lesvos are great for birdwatchers and nature lovers. In spring Lesvos becomes covered in pretty wild flowers attracting many species to the island. When booking your holidays to Lesvos see if you can fit one the many festivals within your dates. The festivals are fantastic to see celebrated in their traditional way, the locals present dancing in the streets, a carnival atmosphere with drinking and eating until the wee small hours. Lesvos also offers horse riding, cycling and brilliant boat rides to deserted beaches.
Food and drink
Lesvos holidays offer delicious mouth-watering traditional Greek cuisine there are plenty of fabulous tavernas and restaurants in Molivos and Petra. A recommended place for a delectable meal is Molivos harbour, were you can almost order fresh fish straight from the boat onto the grill, the flavours will be amazing. In the resort of Anaxos the various eateries face the seafront, a perfect location to sample the Greek way of life.
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