Nikki’s Greece Travel Diary: Filled with Sights, Seafood and Stripes

Nikki’s love for travel stems from living abroad, visiting places for work, exploring with family and friends, and searching for inspiration. She recently went to Greece for the second time, and came back with memorable stories, experiences of great sights and food, and — lucky for us — travel tips and recommendations! Read on to see everything from her trip, including how she packed, the amazing places she went, and of course, the best spots to eat.

nikki greece travel diary mykonos feature — Nikki exploring in Mykonos wearing **KULE Silk Ponza shirt** and Silk **Elba Pareo** (new for July!).

Nikki went to Greece with some of her family and friends. She spent a week in Mykonos followed by a week traveling to different islands. Between touring on foot, swimming, and dining, Nikki packed only what she knew she would wear. That included swimsuits, caftans or loose fitting dresses, pareos for the beach, flat sandals, and some workout wear.

Nikki says that slippery leather or plastic sole sandals aren’t easy to wear on the cobblestones in Greece, and recommends packing sandals that won’t slip and slide, like these from The Row, which she wore the most on her trip.

“I like challenging myself to wear every single thing I pack and I think I only didn’t wear two things. I wore a lot of Greece-appropriate white and blue, plus some of our colorful KULE items like the crochet Harmonie.” – Nikki

KULE Harmonie

The Row Sandals

Isabel Marant Étoile Pants

Prada Raffia Tote

Jacquemus Hat

The Row x Oliver Peoples Sunglasses

Nikki wearing new **KULE Silk Ponza shirt** and Silk **Elba Pareo** in Mykonos

The Silk Ponza

The Silk Elba Pareo

Eres Swimsuit

Sophie Buhai Earrings

Hermès Sandals

Bottega Veneta Pouch

The Row x Oliver People Sunglasses

As for the food, Nikki says it’s the best. The seafood was a highlight, as everything is so fresh. One of her favorite restaurants was Spilia in Mykonos located on a rock, carved out in the water. You can go by boat to have the freshest seafood.

“Spilia in Mykonos is a restaurant on a rock, carved out in the water. You can go by boat to have the freshest seafood.” – Nikki

At the beach club near Spilia.

“I’m not a dress person, but I really felt they were so much easier and fit the island/beach vibe. I love this one by Bode. I also packed a floral one by Michael Kors, a green one by Lemaire, and a crochet one by Auralee” – Nikki

Nikki describes Mykonos as one big party and says that all the restaurants have music playing as you eat. There are plenty of nightclubs — her favorite being Scorpios — that are so fun and unlike anywhere else.

“I was at Mykonos for a week. It is a big party. All the restaurants have music playing as you eat. It’s so fun and unlike anywhere else.” – Nikki

“I wore a lot of pareos (I love KULE’s **new striped silk one**, Lisa Corti, and Totême) tunics, caftans, and dresses. It’s easy to wear them over swimsuits, my favorite of which are by Eres. The striped caftan I’m wearing here is by MIKOH. Sarah Clary turned me onto the brand. I cannot resist a stripe.” – Nikki

“Look at the size of the prawns! The size and freshness of the seafood was amazing.” – Nikki

“This is at Nammos in Mykonos for dinner. It’s a very cool vibe with a tranquil setting in the sand. We went with a big group, but it is also very romantic.” – Nikki

On the other islands, it was more about the scenery and serenity. The picturesque sights are incredible, with vibrant colors and crystal-clear waters.

“I loved Paros. It’s a port city that’s very young, vibrant, and fun.” – Nikki

“This is a cove in Polyaigos. I loved being in the water. We did paddle boarding and water skiing a lot. The waters are so beautiful and clear.” – Nikki

As for shopping Nikki says, “I got a pareo and a striped cover-up — go figure!” Other than that, she didn’t really shop. She says it’s mostly about the water and beaches, food, and exploring.

Nikki in Antiparos wearing Organic by John Patrick shirtdress, Jennifer Alfano necklace, K. Jacques sandals, The Row x Oliver Peoples sunglasses, Prada raffia market bag

A specific spot Nikki loved and recommends going to — from the idyllic setting, to the architecture, design, and the views — is The Rooster in Antiparos. It was a perfect finale for her trip.

Featuring one of the views at The Rooster in Antiparos.

“The Rooster is in Antiparos, one of the most secluded islands in Greece. It’s so serene.” – Nikki

Until the next trip! Antio sas! 🇬🇷

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Nikki’s Greece Travel Diary: Filled with Sights, Seafood and Stripes