The Greeks are a nation with sea water in their blood. Greece has more coastline than any other nation on earth. From its earliest history, th eislands have been part of a connected network of communities that spanned the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. Michael is on the island of Syros, in the bay of Grammata, only reachable by boat. The Cycladic Islands are a refuge from today's fast flowing world: the only things on the horizon are gorgeous sandy beaches, beautiful architecture dressed in white and blue, a traditional island lifestyle, Greek folk music, and spectacular sunsets.