All The Things to Know Before You Head to the Greek Islands | Greece Travel

[@agirlandherpassport]

Need more travel to Greece tips? Check out this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZate2aKp9yMpcU

[@JimmyTheGreek2000]

After 30 October all charter flights stop, Therefore only ferry boats are available. Some of the largest Islands are the best options as some hotels are open year-round. Crete, Evia and the Peloponnese are good options for September and October. Evia Lefkada and Poros (Not Paros!) islands are connected to the mainland by a bridge or causway, no need for airplane or ferry boat. only a car is needed.

[@stephanieganas6872]

Thank you for all the great tips. I will be visiting Greece in September for 3 weeks. Mostly hanging out with my cousins who live in Corfu. They will take me to a few Ionian islands. I am in my sixties and appreciate all the tips about not going out by myself in Athens in the evening. I do have a cousin that will pick me up from the airport in Athens and I will stay with her before I head to Corfu. I can't wait to travel to Greece. Last visit was in 2005. Maybe I will run into you in Athens.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome! It’s generally fine to be out at night alone if you are in a populated well lit area. I’m sure your cousins will look out for you though.

[@TheGlitterGlobe]

Going out in the evenings in Athens alone (or the islands) has never been a problem for me! It’s cooler and I love seeing the Acropolis lit up at night!

[@taurus167]

All your tips were on point. I'm Greek and work in tourism and I've seen and being asked all kinds of questions about the ferries and flights and how to get around etc. I' m thinking that i should recommend your videos to people from now on. LOL Keep up the good work! Καλό καλοκαίρι!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much! You made my day. Please feel free to forward them anything you think will be helpful. Καλό Καλοκαίρι!!

[@ladolcevita7777]

@@agirlandherpassport I must say, your videos are calming and so informative and just nicely done. I was been in the travel industry when I was younger. I worked for Wardair for many years if anyone has heard of it (from Canada) - best charter airline. Was bougth out by Canadian Airlines who I worked for a few years with. Travelled all over. Then I had babies. Now they are adults and I am ready to travel again.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@nicolasbouyiouclis4726]

If a Greek use your information to get around his country of origin, you're doing a good job Lady! Thank you..! and good luck to you!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@alexia8303]

Greece has been treating you well your skin and hair look so good 🙌

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@profjohn9629]

Thank you for the very informative video. Stay safe.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome!

[@keithgreen1096]

Good advice about visiting the islands. I'm probably weird; but I love to take the ferries in Greece. I don't evidently get seasick. Its fun in a social way. I once had a fairly long vacation in Mykonos, and I had a great time there. But I was going to come back to Athens (which I love) a few days before my departure homeward (I think I had 4 more days in Greece). The ferry from Mykonos left later in the day, and it stopped at Syros/Ermopouli. The sun was setting over the city as the ferry came in there, and I just had to get off--even though it screwed up my ferry ticket. But I love the place. It may be my favorite place, and there aren't very many non-Greek tourists. Food was less expensive, more authentically Greek, and always lovely. I love the place in the Islands so far--I know that's crazy. I loved strolling around the town in the evening. Its places like Syros, and not the more touristed places, that I always love most in Greece. Keith

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks! I actually think a lot of people like taking the ferries. I do if they aren't too long.

[@ladolcevita7777]

I love taking ferries as I love the water and scenery cruising by islands!!

[@ladolcevita7777]

Syros sounds lovely Keith. One day......

[@TheGlitterGlobe]

Great tips Tiffany. It’s good to know ahead of time! For me part of coming to Greece is to slow down my pace. I give myself extra time every step of the way because I’ve had cancelled ferries and flights and learned the hard way! Not to mention dragging a suitcase up and down stairs in the blazing heat can be exhausting! If I am passing through an island on my way somewhere else, like when I fly in in the morning and out late, I sometimes book a cheap hotel for the day. I can shower, nap, get my bearings. It’s worth it. The airport Sofitel has even let me book half a day. It’s a nice way to rest before continuing on. :)

[@agirlandherpassport]

Slow is the way in Greece. I did the same thing when coming back from my sailing trip. I got a hotel for the day in Kos. Got to nap and shower.

[@cindy68780]

The last time i was there it felt like the slower ferries with ample deck space and outdoor seating were being replaced with the dreadful flying dolphin variety where you are strapped to a seat with a just a tiny window. Part of the enjoyment of a Greek Island holiday for me was and is the lovely ferry ride with several picturesque stops. The longer you stay in Greece the slower the pace in your own life becomes, the sweet spot in my personal experience begins after the third or fourth week , unfortunately most tourists are not there long enough to feel that transition..

[@agirlandherpassport]

I’m not a fan of the fast ferries either. I hope they don’t all get replaced. What I don’t like is they seem to be overselling them now which makes it hard to find a seat especially in COVID times.

[@TheGlitterGlobe]

@@agirlandherpassport Arriving and leaving Greece I always try to get a slow ferry. It’s part of the experience for me, sitting outside and watching the sea and islands. Sometimes I see dolphins! When I just want to get to a nearby island I don’t mind a fast one. I do think they’re more difficult when dragging luggage-and suitcases seem to get buried in a heap and it’s a job to get them out! I agree with the other comment too, about staying longer to get the pace. The slower pace is part of the magic of Greece!

[@robertbl7500]

Wow; great info and tips! Thanks…appreciate it!

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome! Glad it was helpful.

[@orozcoaj69]

Hello 👋🏼 😎 Great tips as usual 👌🏽

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much!

[@julialuisafigueroajimenez2213]

Sound advice!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks!

[@cindyvasilas1005]

Have you ever gone to the island of Salamina? It's a very close island to Athens, mostly locals, and very nice beaches. Our family has a lovely small house there and we love it!

[@agirlandherpassport]

I haven’t but that is because I don’t have a car to get to the ferry that goes there. My skin also doesn’t love the water close to Athens. But I have heard good things!!

[@Not-Impressed..1821]

Μπακαούκες

[@taki2003]

great info! thanks!

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome!

[@DRfragrancemadness693]

Thank you Tiffany ,this is some really sound & practical advice. I have decided this year to skip the ferries and just travel by plane between the islands. Should not be an issue as I am going to Crete and Corfu through Athens. My concern now is more about the flights being cancelled or delayed as well luggage being lost. I have been reading that something like 75% of the flights from major Canadian carriers such as Air Canada and West Jet are either cancelled or delayed. Moreover, we keep hearing in the media, horror stories of luggage being lost. It's one thing when your luggage does not arrive when you get back home , but is rather disastrous when it happens on your way to your destination. Crossing my fingers 🤣

[@agirlandherpassport]

I think it is when you transfer that seems to be the issue. Get some Airtags to put in your bag or a tracker of some kind so that if they do get lost, you can try to find them! Have a great trip and just remember you can buy everything here if you need.

[@DRfragrancemadness693]

@@agirlandherpassport I will get a max. luggage insurance as I for a guy , I don't travel light😀. Thank you I appreciate it. It's going to be epic. Every time I come, I don't want to go back and already start planning my next trip. It's like , I should have gone here and there, but you never have the time to see everything you want to see. There are always some choices to be made. Stay safe out there !

[@andreatrepasburgess7551]

Going at the end of September into early October I hope the weather is still warm then and water too

[@manos7958]

The weather can be a little iffy (some cloudy/rainy days) but still warm though. The islands in southern Greece are a safe bet till end of October.

[@agirlandherpassport]

It should be fine. It might rain one day but usually not for long. I have swam at the end of October before.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks!

[@tyxeri48]

Good advice!

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you!

[@martinezmartinez1132]

Very informative videos thanks!! Is the weather or water cold in May ?

[@agirlandherpassport]

The weather won’t be cold but the water will still be a bit chilly. It kind of depends on what you are used to.

[@martinezmartinez1132]

@A Girl and Her Passport thanks for the quick response I guess I'll find out..Great chanel keep it up 👍👍

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thanks!

[@maybison9580]

Will be arriving 0130 am and will do the airport bus to syntama square our hotel was accross the street amalia hotel , is safe to take the buss or will just do taxi? thank you

[@agirlandherpassport]

Yes, it is safe to take the bus then. I have taken it at that hour and the bus was full!

[@cindy68780]

Nice tips and another good video. i Iused to be approached while seated in a ferry headed heading to the islands with room offers at private homes from affiliated sellers. That was in June July and August does that still take place or do you always have to book in advance now. I also found the water pretty good on Andros and excellent in the Pylion region but yes bottled water has always been the way to go.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you! It doesn’t happen anymore. Everyone is on the internet now, even in Greece. You have to book in advance for July and August and most likely September. I drink the water in Athens but that is about it. Apparently Aegina is on Athens water as well.

[@melissamaximos776]

Hey lovely do you reccomend a day to Santarini from paros

[@agirlandherpassport]

It is really to far to do a day trip. You won't have much time. The port at Santorini is crowded and getting out of it can take a long time.

[@melissamaximos776]

@@agirlandherpassport thank you so much i think i will just explore paros LOL im going to Kalamata as partners family is from there i found the video u did on that so helpful

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@melissamaximos776 You’re welcome! Kalamata is great.

[@melissamaximos776]

@@agirlandherpassport i have watched so many of ur videos they are so helpful id love to see u when im in Athens if you are around :) thank you sooo much

[@agirlandherpassport]

Thank you so much!! I’m traveling most of the summer unfortunately

[@jewfro888]

Also what’s the best way to get a cab early morning from Athens to the airport for my flight to the islands! Thanks any and all help is super appreciate d

[@agirlandherpassport]

Your hotel may be able to book one for you. I use Welcome Pickups for those early morning ones so I know I have a taxi and don't stress about it. www.welcomepickups.com/?tap_a=26297-438366&tap_s=2082833-652438

[@garyroberts3859]

Hi, about booking in advance or just turning up to get a hotel… how is late September onwards, both PELOPPONESE and islands Hydra, Poros and Aginea Thanks

[@agirlandherpassport]

I know this used to be a very popular thing to do but this year has been extremely busy even late into the season. I wouldn't chance it. Go look at see if there is availability for now and make a decision.

[@sungh3429]

I am flying into Santorini in June. Where is the best place to exchange your money?

[@agirlandherpassport]

It's actually best to just withdraw money from a Greek bank atm. This will help, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eIq8lXqMbs6Uqrs

[@JimmyTheGreek2000]

Exchange your money in your home-country ahead of time. You will get a BAD FOREX (Foreing Exchange raze) in every country on Earth.

[@garyroberts3859]

Hi passport girl, you’re a mine of information I’ve just sent my question to you.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Great!

[@nomicucce987]

Tiffany ar you a Virgo? 😆😆😆I totally feel you. All the minute details are sooooo me

[@agirlandherpassport]

No, I am a Scorpio. Just very detail oriented.

[@ladolcevita7777]

Hi Tiffany, so our plans changed due to flights and ferry schedules. Looks like we will only be staying in Greece and island hopping. We have two weeks roughly, what islands and how many nights each do you recommend and only by ferry. I'm definitely including Naxos and Paros.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Are you going to see Athens as well or just islands?

[@ladolcevita7777]

@@agirlandherpassport Hi Tiffany, yes we will definitely go to the Acropolis +6 sites. We have finalized our itinerary. Booked our ferries. Sep 7 arr Ath, o/n ferry to Crete, staying in Rethymnos 2nts, 1nt Heraklion, Sep 11 ferry to Naxos for 4 nts, Sep 15 ferry to Paros for 3 nts, Sep 8 ferry to Piraeus, 1 nt by Acropolis, 1 nt by ATH airport for flight home Sep 20. Love to meet you!! 🌞

[@ladolcevita7777]

Thank you again for all your guidance! Keep those videos coming. Do you have one of Crete? One of the reasons we chose Crete (even though I prefer smaller islands, the ferry worked well with our plans since we decided to omit Turkey) and my friend was there and after doing some research of it, I found some good places to visit there (staying in Rethmynos, visiting Chania and the Knossos Palace). The only reason we omitted it was because in the back of my mind I thought it would be too much to enjoy some down time as we would be on ferries a lot and long bus rides between Bodrum and Cappadocia. Having said that I'm dissapointed as I wanted so much to stay there in a cave hotel, watch the hot air balloons go off, take an ATV sunset tour. I will go there one day for a longer time and do some more Greek island hopping. Sorry for the long winded post but I guess I'm excited and wanted to share this information for others who may one day consider this itinerary.🌺

[@agirlandherpassport]

You're welcome. I haven't been to Crete yet, unfortunately. It is not easy to do Turkey and Greece in the same trip if you don't have several weeks. There is just too much to see.

[@salemk.3098]

my flight from Santorini to Athens arrives at 6:50am and my flight to the US departs at 12:50pm, my other option is to fly from Santorini to Athens the night before on a prop plane 💀

[@agirlandherpassport]

I always advise to go the day before. It isn't worth missing your flight. The flight will be fine. I have done it many times here.

[@salemk.3098]

@@agirlandherpassport I also read lots of reviews stating that luggage gets lost on Aegean and Sky Express prop planes since their cargo space is limited

[@agirlandherpassport]

Not all the planes are prop planes. It hasn’t happened to me but I tend to not fly in the high season.

[@nancyadam925]

Hi, thank you for this video how can I contact you I have so many questions thank you

[@agirlandherpassport]

You can email me at [e-mail]

[@juliazilberleyb3127]

Hello 😊thank you for the tips. We will be flying to Santorini first and then we want to go to another island and then go to Athens and leave from there. What is the best way to get from Santorini to Mykonos and then to Athens? Thank you!

[@agirlandherpassport]

The only way to get from Santorini to Mykonos is by ferry. You can fly from Mykonos to Athens though if you want. You can fly from Santorini to Mykonos but you would have to have a layover in Athens.

[@juliazilberleyb3127]

@@agirlandherpassport thank you very much for the prompt response! Which ferry will get me from Santorini to Mykonos the fastest?

[@agirlandherpassport]

It will depend on the date you traveling. I would check here, www.ferryhopper.com/en/?aff_uid=grlps

[@agirlandherpassport]

@Matthew Martin There are many in the center. Some stores also offer it; you can check that out here, usebounce.com/?ref=TIFFANYJJKVOBOADKCXA

[@bridgetthorn9374]

I'm coming to greece in October, I haven't made decision on which island. Santorini I want to do on a cruise one day. I only have 9 days would rather do island that I can't see on a cruise. Which would you suggest. Thankyou so much. I'm so confused. KZbin sometimes doesn't give clear direction.

[@agirlandherpassport]

What do you want to do on your trip?

[@bridgetthorn9374]

@@agirlandherpassport we like beaches and quaint villages and culture

[@jewfro888]

How much does it cost and how easy it is to get a rental moped atv or car day of arriving in naxos or is it smarter to book earlier.

[@agirlandherpassport]

If you are coming in July or August you must book in advance. If you know the dates that you are coming no matter the time of year, go ahead and book.

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

I've put together so many vacations in Europe over the past 10 years but for some reason I'm stressed about booking our trip to Greece. We want to see mainland Greece and at least one island. Not knowing which island to chose and with all this talk of possible ferry cancellations it's really stressful. We are thinking of Andros or Tinos in October.

[@agirlandherpassport]

Don’t stress. If you know what could happen and plan for it, then you will be fine. Then if nothing happens, which is probably won’t, you will have an extra good time. Both are close to Mykonos so you could fly there from Athens and take a shorter ferry ride.

[@kimberlyberlin4999]

@@agirlandherpassport Do you suggest flying to Mykonos and taking the ferry instead of just taking the ferry? Also was thinking of possibly Aegina or Hydra since they're super close to Athens.

[@agirlandherpassport]

You should do what you are comfortable with. Hydra will be very quiet by then and it might be hard to get there in October. Aegina is a good option too.

[@clisaa6974]

^I wanted to go to Greece with a few older relatives and one of them is healthy but because of their knees can't walk up and down steps all day long or else they get pain. They need breaks to sit and relax of course... I joke with them that before we go to greece i need to get them in tip top shape lol. But as you said Greece is hilly. I was thinking of Athens of course for a few days and then staying in 3 islands. Do you often see older people traveling around Greece? I was thinking if we go, to go around May when it is not as hot... because walking all day in the heat is hard.

[@agirlandherpassport]

I do see them in Greece. How long are you planning on staying? Three islands is a lot even more young people.

[@clisaa6974]

@@agirlandherpassport well I’m just trying to do a little planning ahead of next summer lol but probably 3 weeks. I thought a few days in Athen( and then spending the day in Athens again the night before our return flight) and then maybe a few days on each island. You are probably right that 3 is a lot. But I like to think of at least 3 islands. My parents are older so they really just enjoy strolling and relaxing and not going 24/7. ( also we love to do tours that take you around all day so that way we don’t worry about transportation with site seeing)But they like going around cute towns. They like boat tours and we not big water sports people lol. But you are right a town like Santorini is too hilly 😭what 3 islands would you suggest are pretty with enough to do and see but not as hilly?

[@agirlandherpassport]

@@clisaa6974 Naxos might be a good option. It has hilly parts but a few good bus tours that take you to cute towns. Then you could hit Paros which is pretty flat. Then maybe one of the small Cyclades and maybe a day trip to Delos.

[@clisaa6974]

@@agirlandherpassport thank you! I’ll look into them🙂

[@agirlandherpassport]

You’re welcome

[@sithlordhibiscus9936]

I drank Mexican water. I didn't get sick BUT everyone else did get violently ill. 😂

[@shaulkirsch1263]

🙏😊

[@agirlandherpassport]

😊😊

[@JimmyTheGreek2000]

07:37 - You give the wrong reason with respect to the toillet paper problem, which is a major problem indeed. - There are no evacuation pipes under the streets in most islands, and for sure not water purification plants. And you are not able to empty the pipes in the Sea ! - Those are expensive instalations to build and to operate, and with a salary of only €1,000 per month, who (and how) will pay for them ! - The reason is not the size of the pipes, The reason is the ceptic tanks, which fills up fast with paper and has to be emptied more often. - The pipes are small indeed in many places, and that could be a good reason, however, most offten it is the ceptic tank ! - It is also very expensive to empty the ceptic tanks, Not a very pleasing operation, and the tanks are very small and without a leaching field (leaching area).

[@declanburke2703]

Ha much easier being a male ! Just throw anything into case ! And if colors match - that’s a bonus !

[@agirlandherpassport]

Haha! So much easier since you guys usually have less beauty products too.