Rugged, windswept Milos is home to the best beaches in the Aegean, with more than 70 beaches dotting the coastline of the island. Milos is part of the Cyclades island group in Greece, and is one of my favourite destinations for beach-hopping and beautiful traditional villages.

I spent six days in Milos and was glad for the extra time – Milos is a large island, with so many amazing things to do. You can fly directly to Milos from Athens, which leaves you less at the mercy of rough seas and the unreliable ferry schedule.