Hotels of Greece
Ikaria
You have heard the stories about the island where people live to be 100. That's Ikaria. Whether it is their diet, their lifestyle or the fact that they have no real city on the island or if it is just a statistical anomaly, who knows? But Ikaria has gotten a lot of attention because, well, who wants to die? Right? Ikaria is known for its apricots and lack of tourists. It was the Ikarians who dredged the Cape Fear river making Wilmington, North Carolina's primary seaport because it was a source for pine resin (as in Retsina). Arministis is the island's main resort town and is surrounded by forests and fine beaches. Visit the hot springs at Therma and Therma Lefkada. The Fourni islands , between Ikaria and Samos are a group of small islands with secluded beaches, accessible by small boat from Ag. Kyrikos that are well worth a visit if you like to swim and spend your time in small fish tavernas. Connected by ferry to Samos with a daily boat to and from Pireaus, nine hours away. If you are looking for a non-touristy island this might be for you.
For more information see Alexia Amvrazzi's Guide to Ikaria
Click on the links below to see my recommended hotels followed by other highly rated accommodations. You can also use the Ikaria Hotel Search if the choices here seem too overwhelming or if you are looking for a particular hotel. A great way to plan your trip is my Create-an-itinerary page which allows you to put together a custom itinerary with the help of a travel agency with no obligation to book. You can find recommended travel agencies on Matt's Travel Agencies and Tours Page.
