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We see hundreds of suitcases arrive every summer, and the pattern never changes: too many outfits, not enough practical things, and always — always — no jumper. Consider this the packing list we would hand you at the airport if we could.

The non-negotiables

A light jumper or linen shirt for evenings — the meltemi makes even August nights cool on a terrace. Shoes with grip: Chora’s painted lanes and marble steps are beautiful and slippery in equal measure. High-factor sunscreen bought before you arrive (island pharmacy prices will hurt), a hat that survives wind, and a dry-bag if a boat day is on the cards.

Leave at home

Heels — the lanes will defeat them by the second evening. The hairdryer and the beach towels: every room has both. And the fourth swimsuit; three dry faster than you think. Mykonos dress codes are looser than the photographs suggest — linen and sandals get you into every restaurant on the island.

Forgot something anyway? Chora’s pharmacies and boutiques cover most emergencies, and the desk can usually solve the rest by dinner time. The only thing we cannot source at short notice is a jumper you like — bring the jumper.