http://www.destination360.com/forum/ Travel Forum - Post your questions on Greece or share your travel stories with fellow travelers. And read our travel guides for expert advice on traveling to Greece. en Sun, 22 Nov 2009 10:15:32 GMT vBulletin 60 http://www.destination360.com/forum/images/VBSilver_tc/misc/rss.jpg http://www.destination360.com/forum/ http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/7149-chania-crete.html Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:01:53 GMT I am looking for a privately owned apartment or house in/near old town to rent for 3 weeks in Feb. 2010. I am not interested in a resort but... I am looking for a privately owned apartment or house in/near old town to rent for 3 weeks in Feb. 2010.

I am not interested in a resort but rather an in town location. Any help greatly appreciated.

Penny ]]> Greece pennysails http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/7149-chania-crete.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6889-greece-travel-forum.html Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:00:02 GMT Are you looking for Greece advice and information from Greece Travel Forum members? Post Greece travel questions and get insights from real... Are you looking for Greece advice and information from Greece Travel Forum members?

Post Greece travel questions and get insights from real travelers and forum members. Some of the highlights of the Greece travel forum are threads on getting from Athens to Rome and best sandy beaches in Greece.

Get advice on transportation as well as things to do in Greece .

Vacationbuddy ]]> Greece VacationBuddy http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6889-greece-travel-forum.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6755-cooking-greece.html Thu, 13 Aug 2009 14:27:06 GMT Hi there!
I'm new on this forum. I'm going to Greece, in the Paleros region. I'd like to learn how to cook Greek food while I'm there on holiday. Maybe take a one week course. Please give me your thoughts and suggestions. Many thanks in advance.
wonder :) ]]> Greece wonderwoman http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6755-cooking-greece.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6322-corfu-try-traditional-cuisine-made-local.html Wed, 08 Jul 2009 13:07:24 GMT Corfu Island is located on the vast Ionian Sea. Over the years it has become a popular tourist destination among travelers. This island enjoys... Corfu Island is located on the vast Ionian Sea. Over the years it has become a popular tourist destination among travelers.

This island enjoys pleasant climatic conditions. You will not find a perfect sunny weather during your stay on this island and maybe some showers.

Corfu’s beautiful verdant vegetation is due to the island receiving the highest rainfall that results in scores of vegetables and herbs to thrive in this region. The vast mountains are interrupted by valleys of olive plantations and other local vegetable products that are grown by the villagers. Corfu’s cuisine in fact has played a significant role in developing the tourism infrastructure on this island.

At a Corfu hotel, you can observe that a lot of importance is given to the food that is served to guests and visitors. One Corfu hotel is distinguished from another by that very special item that is available at the Corfu hotel restaurant. There are plenty of famous Corfu dishes that can be available at the Corfu hotel of your choice.

These dishes can be sampled into two categories, one that has subtle Mediterranean flavours and another that has strong Venetian flavours. Use of large proportions of olive oil in the dishes can be observed. The Mediterranean dishes usually comprise of meat, fish, vegetables and olive oil whereas the Venetian dishes consist of spicy mixture of different ingredients and pasta. ]]> Greece hadikulll http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6322-corfu-try-traditional-cuisine-made-local.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6025-corfu-hotel-comforts-relaxation-most-popular.html Tue, 09 Jun 2009 14:21:06 GMT It was about in the late 1970s that Corfu developed its tourism facilities and was getting ready to welcome the millions of tourists who would come... It was about in the late 1970s that Corfu developed its tourism facilities and was getting ready to welcome the millions of tourists who would come to the island. Corfu, out of all the Greek islands, was the first to develop such amenities probably due to its geographical location, which is very close to Europe, and its cultural background. As Corfu had been long ruled by the Venetians and the British, from the Medieval Age since the late 19th century, its residents had learned to be more familiar in receiving foreigners and more open-minded in new and innovative ways of lifestyle.

That is how Corfu turned into a popular tourism destination and people from all over the world come to enjoy the sunny weather, the beautiful beaches, the traditional villages and the facilities of a Corfu hotel. Such a Corfu hotel, warm, welcoming and comfortable, can be found in almost every spot of the island, more often in the beaches and rarely along the mountainside. It is up to the visitors to choose his favorite Corfu hotel to spend vacations.

Certainly most people choose their Corfu hotel to be close to the beach as summer is always the best season to visit this gorgeous island. You avoid spring and autumn rains and you enjoy the warm sea. However, the island is slowly also developing an agricultural tourism and many people choose it to deal with countryside jobs. Note that Corfu has vast areas with olive trees and also that a special kind of fruit, the kum quat, is produced mostly in the northern parts of the island. Therefore, a lot of agricultural work needs to be done and many volunteers want to come and help the locals in gathering, producing, processing and selling products.

In any case, a Corfu hotel and Corfu apartments always make sure that their visitors are satisfied with their services and facilities. Their amenities do not fall short for the amenities of international beach resort, plus they have one more advantage: the welcoming smile of the owners. That is the good thing with a Corfu hotel, the visitor feels at home and can develop friendly bonds with the locals. This characteristic is more obvious in Corfu apartments, which are smaller, less impersonal and friendlier.

As said before, the main goal of a Corfu hotel is to make people feel comfortable and satisfied. You will find there ample rooms with view to the crystal blue Ionian Sea or the green mountainside, lovely gardens surrounding the Corfu apartments, large pools with sun beds and umbrellas around it, pool bars to have a drink or two and friendly staff. Most Corfu hotels and Corfu apartments are located in a close distance from the beach and have been constructed with special attention to their aesthetics in order to meet the unique traditional architecture of the island and mostly not to spoil the lovely natural environment and the traditional character of Corfu. ]]> Greece delfino http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/6025-corfu-hotel-comforts-relaxation-most-popular.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5862-ways-get-island-kos.html Mon, 25 May 2009 08:44:10 GMT Can someone recommend ways to get to Kos Island please? Thanks Can someone recommend ways to get to Kos Island please? Thanks ]]> Greece whisemoi http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5862-ways-get-island-kos.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5807-olympic-riviera.html Sun, 17 May 2009 16:16:24 GMT I wonder if anybody has been to Olympic Riviera in last year? When I visited the area 7 years ago, it was much cheaper than any other place I visited... I wonder if anybody has been to Olympic Riviera in last year? When I visited the area 7 years ago, it was much cheaper than any other place I visited in Greece later (Crete, Corfu). Is it still like this? ]]> Greece pjck http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5807-olympic-riviera.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5680-travel-greece.html Fri, 01 May 2009 15:04:56 GMT hello/ we want to experience a travel to greece and needed input and ideas about Greece. i've never being but not sure how to go about it? if u could give me ideas please....cheers! ]]> Greece topman34 http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5680-travel-greece.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5492-thessaloniki.html Sat, 11 Apr 2009 18:59:01 GMT The youth hostel that everybody is talking about (tel ++30 2310 225 946) is closed for years. Is there an other hostel in Thessaloniki? I have seen... The youth hostel that everybody is talking about (tel ++30 2310 225 946) is closed for years. Is there an other hostel in Thessaloniki? I have seen "Backpackers Refuge" (tel ++30 6983433591) for 15 euros? Has anybody been there? What is it like? Is it really such a good value? Is there a cheaper option? thanks in advance ]]> Greece laurita http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5492-thessaloniki.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5468-opinions-itinerary-month-italy-greece-turkey.html Wed, 08 Apr 2009 05:40:24 GMT My husband and I are planning a trip to Italy, Greece, and Turkey. We are in our late 20's and are up for some adventure, sightseeing, and fun. I have been to Europe twice before, but only for week long trips to London, Paris, and Amsterdam, so never on an a more extensive trip like we are planning. We have a preliminary itinerary planned and I am hoping other people that have traveled to these countries can give me any input they might have. Thanks in advance!

6/12 Fri. Arrive Rome approx. 6:30 a.m., day and night in Rome

6/13 Sat. Day and night in Rome

6/14 Sun. Day and night in Rome

6/15 Mon. Day and night in Rome (Ostia Antica?)

6/16 Tues. Day and night in Rome (Vatican City)

6/17 Wed. Morning train from Rome to Florence, day and night in Florence

6/18 Thur. Day and night in Florence

6/19 Fri. Day and night in Florence

6/20 Sat. Day in Florence, take evening train to Venice

6/21 Sun. Day and night in Venice

6/22 Mon. Day and night in Venice

6/23 Tues. Morning Train from Venice to Milan, day and night in Milan

6/24 Wed. Fly from Milan to Athen, night in Athens

6/25-6/28 Begin four day classical tour of Greece, return to Athens Sunday night, 6/28

6/29 Mon. Day and night in Athens

6/30 Tues. Ferry from Athens to Santorini, night in Santorini

7/1 Wed. Day in Santorini, ferry to Paros, night in Paros (or take ferry to Rhodes)

7/2 Thur. Day and night in Paros or Naxos (or Rhodes)

7/3 Fri. Ferry from Paros/Naxos to Samos, ferry from Samos to Kusadasi, night in Kusadasi (or take ferry from Rhodes to Marmaris and bus to Kusadasi)

7/4 Sat. Day at Ephesus, night in Kusadasi

7/5 Sun. train & ferry to Istanbul, night in Istanbul

7/6 Mon. Day and night in Istanbul

7/7 Tues. Day and night in Istanbul

7/8 Wed. Day and night Istanbul

7/9 Thurs. Fly to Rome, night in Rome

7/10 Fri. Depart Rome, return to NYC ]]> Greece jjohanning http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5468-opinions-itinerary-month-italy-greece-turkey.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5231-direction-airport.html Mon, 09 Mar 2009 18:33:44 GMT Hi , we will be visiting Rhodes for our first time in may, I would like to book a car from the airport to travel down to Lindos (Lindos Mare hotel)... Hi , we will be visiting Rhodes for our first time in may, I would like to book a car from the airport to travel down to Lindos (Lindos Mare hotel) we will be arriving late evening and as i cannot seem to find decent road map here in ol' blighty i wondered if anyone could avise on the clarity/ease of our route ..eg road signs etc from the airport , looking at basic maps i guess we have to go up near rhodes town before going down the coast ..as it were . i really would like to avoid to coach/rep transfer as i cannot stand them trying to sell the booze cruise drawl .......etc etc ..if anyone can advise before i book (from airport or resort) it would be great . i'm not sure how to check replies on here ,so my e=mail is badger64@tiscali.co.uk ... Cheers Rich ]]> Greece badger44 http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5231-direction-airport.html http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5154-where.html Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:31:44 GMT I saw this beach picture but I have no idea where it is...can anyone tell me? Thank you Please see attached I saw this beach picture but I have no idea where it is...can anyone tell me?
Thank you
Please see attached ]]> Greece debbiecarver50 http://www.destination360.com/forum/greece/5154-where.html