Kos: the vibe
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The verdict
Liked · 76Visitors who return often love Kos for its friendly people and varied areas, though one long-time observer says tourism has eroded its natural beauty.
- friendliness
- repeat visits
- variety of areas
- quiet off-season
- food
- overtourism
- commercialization
- lost natural beauty
- Repeat visitors feel strong affection and keep returning to Kos.
- Off-season visits feel calmer and more pleasant than peak summer.
- Locals are seen as welcoming, which makes the island stand out.
- Some long-time observers feel tourism has made the island generic.
- Hotel-review videos offer little independent feedback about living there.
Read from 8 videos, 10 comments and 0 posts on 2026-11-07; the summary is written by a language model and can misread sarcasm.
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What viewers said
“I've been to Corfu, Kefalonia, Rhodes and Santorini but can honestly say Kos is my favourite greek island so far. Everyone was so friendly. Going for a second time this year staying in Kos town. I took day trips to Tingaki and Kardamena too”
♥ 31 likes
“We've just come back from Kardamena for our 6th visit, we absolutely love it there & certainly steals your heart ❤️”
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“A wonderful overview of the island, with exactly the information I was looking for. Great Vlog!”
♥ 1 likes
“Greece brings glee of joy”
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“We only left Kos 3 days ago & oh boy I'm missing Kos”
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“Hi 👋 ℹ come from Kos.love ❤yo video. I have been to every Greek 🇬🇷 island 🏝️ can’t beat Kos.good work 👍”
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“Went to kos 3 years ago it was in October it was very quiet and we loved it . Going back in July this year see it in full summertime , can’t wait to see kos town at night .👍”
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“Nothing like when I was growing up 1949 to 1966 Tourism bring prosperity to the island and it's people but has since lost the natural beauty.. So. commercial now just like every other place with tourist. Have come back a few times so I have”
“Great video. Especially love the edition of using google earth to show where each resort sits geographically. Plus adding journey times was really good, not enough travel YouTubers do the basics like that.”
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“Very good video, gave just enough information, given me enough to plan my holiday to this island. Thank you.”
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