So the Greece portion of the trip is fast approaching and I still haven’t decided the itinerary. The plan was Athens for three or four days and one of the islands for a few days. I’ve now been reading how the islands pretty much shut down by mid-November, so that probably leaves the smaller ones out. Crete requires another round trip flight and I just don’t think I can add yet another airport experience to the trip. Santorini and Mykonos are probably the two most popular so I figure there has to be some activity going on there, even if not much. But Santorini is really more of a romantic getaway. That leaves Mykonos. Anyone familiar with the Greek Isles? If so, good choice? I really don’t mind a few quiet days to chill and get some writing done. I just don’t want everything boarded up.
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Quelle vie difficile!
You're right about boarding up. I used to go in early/mid April and sometimes a lot of eateries, etc, just weren't open. I only know Crete, which as you say is probably too far for you. However, Chania is a lovely large-ish town with enough going on outside the regular tourist season. It has an airport. Heraklion is a big town with lots to do and is relatively close to Knossoss and Phaestos. But you're probably over ancient ruins after visiting Israel! Besides, if Crete is too much of a trek then it's moot anyway…
Hmmm… I wish I knew! I hope that whatever you decide is fun. I am so jealous that you will be in Greece soon!
Oui, trés difficile! If I didn't have so many days in airports I would consider a flight there. But I think Crete would be best for another trip as I would only be able to give it a couple of days this time around and it would be rushing it. Everyone says to give at least a week. Rhodes was another possibility but the ferries that time of year are not supposed to be very reliable and it's at least a half day each way. Well, I'm sure any of them will be a great experience.