Pollonia on the island of Milos is a tranquil bay that offers good protection from the meltemi and better protection in southerlies than Adamas. Drop the anchor or use the quay on the southern side of the bay then relax back on your charter yacht in delightful surroundings.
There is only one problem with Pollonia and that’s that it is really popular with local boats and as a result a lot of the bay is taken up with small moorings. Luckily the water is reasonably shallow and very clear so you should have no trouble avoiding those that still have their buoys attached and those that are now just a block on the seabed! Anchoring is in sand and the holding is good.
The quay on the southern side of the bay is used by trip boats, ferries and the local fisherman. It is possible to go alongside here leaving the end free for the ferry but it might be wise to be prepared to move if the quay is needed for commercial reasons.
Pollonia is a lovely little village of around 300 friendly inhabitants. There are plenty of tavenas, cafes and bars to choose from and fabulous sand beach for a bit of shore leave. There are a number of small shops for re-provisioning.
For a gentle stroll, take walk out to the northern headland of Pelekouda and visit the pretty church of Saint Nikolas that faces the sea. Legend has it that a couple that sits together on the chair shaped rock will be together forever. Even if this isn’t true the view will bring out the romantic side in anyone.
Pollonia is also known as Apollonia as there was thought to be a temple to Apollo located near the lighthouse on Pelekouda.
There is a winery, “Konstantakis”, located a couple of kilometres south of the main bay if you are looking to restock the yacht before moving on.