With celebration vacations and multigenerational travel continuing to trend in 2024, families have been looking for destinations that offer unforgettable opportunities to make memories.
Easily accessed from Australia via Doha, Mykonos has become the ideal destination to broach the generational divide. The five-star Myconian Collection luxe hotel portfolio caters to the requirements of all ages.
Family-owned since 1979, the Myconian Collection operates 12 properties in four of the most sought-after locations on Mykonos, including two hotels specifically designed around generous villa-style accommodation: Myconian Villa Collection and Panoptis Escape.
Activities ideally suited to enjoy together include beach hopping by private yacht, private guided tours of the fascinating archaeological ruins of nearby Delos, decadent dining under the stars at signature restaurants across the Myconian Collection hotel group or experiencing a traditional night in a lively local taverna.
“Travelling in a multigenerational group creates incredible memories for children of all ages and brings great joy to older generations who can see their children and grandchildren discovering the world,” said Vangelis Daktylides, one of the owners of the Myconian Collection Hotels & Resort Group.
“We’re seeing an increase in family group bookings to celebrate major birthdays, weddings, anniversaries, graduations and more, and our multi-roomed villas offer the ideal blend between private and shared spaces so families can find a balance between time together and time to pursue their interests.”
Nestled into the hillside above Elia Bay on Mykonos’ serene south coast, the Myconian Villa Collection is a unique accommodation concept and a Preferred Hotels & Resorts member.
Flexible accommodation configurations include adjacent suites on request and two, three and four-bedroom villas with private pools. The jewels in the Myconian Villa Collection crown are the five-bedroom, 200-square-metre Ornos Villa, which sleeps up to 12 guests or the freestanding six-bedroom Super Paradise Villa – a 500-square-metre haven for up to 14 guests. Both include private pools, outdoor jacuzzis and ocean views.
Villas guests also enjoy access to in-room dining, daily housekeeping, on-site boutiques, a fully equipped gym, a world-class Thalasso Spa, and restaurants, including bespoke breakfast spot Nouveau, the poolside Infinity Bar or Cabbanes. This moonlit restaurant takes diners on a culinary journey through the Mediterranean.
Situated at the top of the hill overlooking Elia Beach, Panoptis Escape comprises 18 stunning, spacious villas with unparalleled views over one of the island’s most beloved beaches. Smaller groups can choose between one, two or three-bedroom villas with private infinity pools, luxurious amenities and personalised service.
For the ultimate group getaway, the villas at Panoptis Escape can be combined to create an extravagant 21-bedroom villa with magnificent sea views, a private helipad, 12 outdoor infinity pools, fully equipped indoor and outdoor kitchens, an open-air bar, a spa suite and wellness studio, and the services of a team of personal chefs, butlers, and concierges to cater to every guest’s desires.
Guests staying at the properties can take a complimentary shuttle to Elia, Mykonos’ longest sandy beach, and their villa.
