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MYKONOS TO PIRAEUS

  We are still in Mykonos, and I see only a clear sky... ...and we should be in the path of the dust cloud from Libya that cast an orange hue to Athens where we will be tomorrow. Here is an excellent  link to Mykonos , which has about 1.5 times the area size as Manhattan. Mykonos is that island for superyachts, supermodels and superstars, with an unrivaled nightlife, and island that never sleeps. Named after the grandson of Apollo, Mykonos. It is here that Zeus and Hercules fought the Titans, and these giants are said to be buried at Houlakia Bay.  The beach is so sacred that you can't remove a single pebble. There are 4 nudist beaches. No real rules, but  read this .   From the 1980s has been a gay friendly spot, especially catering to the LGBT community. Only 31 taxis. but 800 churches and 200 bars/restaurants. While Mykonos was discovered by the famous and wealthy in the 20th century, way back in 250 BC, the rich sent their family to stay there during the summer months. The most