Vacation as it should be

This is my island. I was born here and love every bit of it. I love Ikaria because of its friendly people, untouched beaches, quiet streets, relaxed lifestyle and because I am lucky that this small island is my home. It is tucked neatly in the Eastern Aegean, in its crystal-clear blue waters, close to Cyclades. You know, when you get up in the morning and look across the shiny, twinkling sea, you can see those shores breaking through the horizon. You slowly sip your coffee and decide what your next adventure will be on Ikaria because it offers so much to explore.

When you are young, you want to see other things. I went up and down my country, Greece, that has so many beautiful islands, breathtaking beaches and lovely small cities. But I always came back. Not just because Ikaria was my home but because I missed everything it had to offer. Peace of mind. Wild nature. Genuine food. Small beaches that welcome you and your friends.

And, my friends came to visit me. From all around Greece and then they brought their friends across Europe. And they wanted to come back because they fell in love with this island just like me. I enjoyed that very much and thought it would be great if I could help others to discover my lovely island. My Ikaria.

And, I am still here. My wife and our lovely daughter run Aperanto Galazio Pension together, a small hotel overlooking the picturesque Therma beach in Ikaria. We would be more than happy to welcome you and your friends here. Give you an opportunity to enjoy this Greek island like a local person. 

This is my Ikaria and it is also yours to discover.

Hope to see you soon here,

Nikos, Elpida and Marilia