By Diana Resnik
Published on •Updated
Living a carefree life on a dream island in Greece and simply letting your mind unwind – that is now possible on Syros, but only on one condition: you have to love cats.
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The animal welfare organisation “Syroscats (source in German)” is looking for volunteers aged 25 and over. “We welcome volunteers – individuals or couples – who are fit, mature, healthy and independent,” the organisation writes.
In return, you must love cats and be prepared to look after them for at least a month, around five hours a day, five days a week.
In exchange, the animal welfare organisation apparently provides accommodation, breakfast and utilities.
“If you have training or experience as a veterinary assistant or experience with feral cats, you are especially welcome, but we are happy to hear from all cat lovers, as long as you are willing to get your hands dirty, are reliable and independent and can turn up on time,” the organisation writes.
A dream island
The heart of the island is the town of Ermoupoli, which does not look like a traditional fishing village but more like an elegant 19th-century port city. Broad squares, grand townhouses, marble staircases and an impressive town hall are reminders that Syros was once one of Greece’s most important trading centres.
Syros is one of the most fascinating islands in the Cyclades and is considered largely unspoilt. It is not a typical party destination like Mykonos. People seeking authenticity and tranquillity can visit cafés and restaurants also frequented by locals – often at reasonable prices.
Anyone wanting to experience real, everyday Greek life will find their paradise here.
