Camping in Mykonos

Q: We are hoping to visit Mykonos in Greece during August. However, as it is peak season, we are finding it very difficult to find reasonably priced accommodation. We are now thinking of camping while we are there. Are there campsites available? What would it cost? Do we need to book in advance? - Stanley Boardman

A: There are a number of campsites available on the island and prices seem very reasonable compared to hotels and villas. One of most popular is the Paradise Beach Resort, which offers great sites close to the beach. Facilities include communal ablutions with hot water, electricity power points, dishwashing areas and laundry, safety boxes for luggage storage and a mini-market. Peak season rates are 5-8 Euros (R48-R77) per tent per night, depending on size, plus 10 Euros (R95) per adult and 5 Euros (R48) per child. The Paradise Beach Resort also has permanent triple tents for rental, furnished with a double and single bed, for 66 Euros (R630) per tent per day. You can contact the resort by email: reception@paradisemykonos.com or by telephone +30 22890 22852. Another popular resort is Mykonos Camping on Paraga Beach, which is only 15 minutes bus ride from town. One of the newer resorts, it offers modern facilities. Rates in August are 5-8 Euros (R48-R77) per tent per day, plus 10 Euros (R95) per adult and 5 Euros (R48) per child. Rental of a furnished tent costs 25 Euros (R240) per person per day, while accommodation in a dorm room costs 20 Euros (R190) per day. You can contact Mykonos Camping by email: info@mycamp.gr or by telephone +30 22890 25915-6. You should definitely book in advance, especially from August 1-18, when the island is usually packed to capacity. Accommodation is much cheaper outside of the July/August holiday season. (18 July 2010)