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PlakChat / Re: Inflation in Plakias
« on: July 24, 2014, 12:06:21 PM »
We normally travel to Greece twice a year, and used to go regularly to Symi and Crete. Last year there was a marked increase in prices in Symi, and sad to say the place felt over commercialised and expensive. Plakias in May and June this year was the same great value it has always been. I hope it's the same when we return in October.

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Where to eat...or not! / Re: Harakas !
« on: July 08, 2014, 11:22:01 AM »
And what's with all this RESERVED tables? Where are we..? London..? Every night tables booked at Harakas and other places! Really, if that's what you want then you are holidaying in the wrong country

Whilst I understand what you're saying, it may be a little bit harsh on the poster. If they like to have an ordered and structured night out then so be it. Just a different choice after all. Personally if we're going to eat somewhere and it's full up we just go for a drink till a table is free, but that's just us. As for harakas, we ate there in June and it was fine, and we'll go there again in October.

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Where to stay / Re: Costas Chrysoula - OK for family?
« on: July 01, 2014, 09:19:08 AM »
Perfect for either families or couples, very friendly and helpful staff, and of course the Greeks are very family orientated in the first place. Sure you'll have a lovely time as there is plenty to see and do there. We were there last October and the weather was still about 30 degrees, although that was a very good year.

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: June 05, 2014, 06:51:57 PM »
Every time we eat there, there is always a Greek family eating there too, which speaks volumes for me. It is not a fine dining experience, but if you want to experience Cretan hospitality at it's best, then I believe this is the best place to eat in Plakias. Nikos ( both of them ) are friendly and attentive, and if you catch them on a night when they are being generous with the Raki you will struggle to walk back to your rooms in a straight line. I was a victim of this hospitality myself last night and went to bed very contented with this little corner of the world. A bottle of water and some paksikadia are supplied with a dip before you order anything, free of charge, and the dip is delicious. Free water melon or cake is offered at the end of the meal, again free of charge. The prices are very competitive which is another good reason not to miss out on this place when you are here.

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: June 03, 2014, 09:59:30 PM »
Back to the original topic, it looks like the old Paralia club is going to open again as there seems to be a fair bit of work going on in the original building and across the road where a new deck, complete with massive umbrella is taking shape. Also another music bar ( I use the term loosely ) virtually opposite Gio Mas is open with comfortable looking seats which means the drinks will be pricey. Does being cynical progress with years? I have to report that most people here are now younger than me which is utterly depressing. Obviously though, my tastes are much more refined than theirs, meaning I can take the moral high ground. Ahhh that's better.

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Where to eat...or not! / Re: Traditional Greek Tavernas
« on: June 03, 2014, 05:43:19 PM »
The Dionyssos restaurant in Mirthios didn't even offer us a menu, but took us into the kitchen and opened all the pots to give us a look and took our order there on the spot. Food was fantastic with lovely views down to Plakias. Only my opinion, but much better quality than the Panorama.

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: June 03, 2014, 05:35:08 PM »
Xezonis is the kafenion on the same street as Minoiko and OPAP lottery shop. Do not attempt to drive anywhere after eating here as they can be somewhat liberal with the Raki. Greek spelling is ξεζωνης.

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: June 01, 2014, 05:56:53 PM »
It is certainly not taramasalata, it's a slightly darker and practically luminescent dark pink in colour. The taste is not particularly strong, and I couldn't quite recognise it. Just wondered if anyone else knew what it was.

We have eaten in the Medousa every night so far during our stay. In our view, the best food in Plakias. The "Pink" starter was puréed beetroot with yoghurt and olive oil.

If you like beetroot, then go to Xezonis and order the beetroot salad - simply the best I have ever tasted anywhere. If you can be bothered, go to Elia restaurant in Sellia. Outstanding food, makes the trip worthwhile, their lamb in the oven dishes are way above what you would normally expect in a Greek restaurant. Stunning menu but remember to check out the blackboard for the days choices. So many restaurants, so little time.......

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: May 29, 2014, 07:37:15 PM »
It is certainly not taramasalata, it's a slightly darker and practically luminescent dark pink in colour. The taste is not particularly strong, and I couldn't quite recognise it. Just wondered if anyone else knew what it was.

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Plakias / Re: Any changes ?
« on: May 29, 2014, 02:42:27 PM »
We ate there last night and it is very nicely done out, good food, reasonable prices as well. Glad to say not a dinner jacket in sight. At the start of the meal we were served bread with two dips. One of these was a garlic spread, but the other one was nuclear pink in colour and of an indeterminate taste. Does anyone know what it is, or supposed to be?

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Plakias / Re: Return to Plakias
« on: May 11, 2014, 05:07:59 PM »
We stayed at the Dora last October and it was fine. We were in the room that looks directly at the building site opposite. If you have the means to turn your head to the left you have a fantastic view of the hills. The rooms are perfectly placed and it's nice and quiet at night if you like to sit out on your balcony. No hair dryer, but why would you need one?

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Plakias / Re: Taxi Share in September 2014
« on: April 25, 2014, 10:42:25 AM »
Cheaper to hire a car for the day than get a bus if there's more than one person then?

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Plakias / busy in end May / start June?
« on: April 16, 2014, 01:43:39 PM »
Managed to grab an extra bargain holiday for the end of May till the 10th of June. We normally go in October as our last bit of sun before battening down the hatches as it were. We're booked for October but couldn't resist the bargain price we saw for next month. Is the resort busy at this time of year, and is the weather similar to October in that it will be fine for walking around all day if required?

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Plakias / Re: Epiphany in Plakias
« on: January 16, 2014, 02:28:19 PM »
The epiphany is certainly a long established celebration in differing forms of christianity. Some lean more towards the magi while the orthodox seems more concerned with the baptism and "realisation" itself. Where and when the cross diving and releasing a dove started I've no idea, although perhaps it is the retrieval or rebirth of the cross that is significant? I read online that some places have the cross tied to a long piece of string in case the divers are unsuccessful, although I suppose this should only happen in very deep harbours.

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Where to eat...or not! / Re: Gioma Taverna
« on: January 16, 2014, 02:00:55 PM »
We were at Manoussos in October and the owner kept apologising for being too busy to have a good chat. Food was fine and the staff very friendly. Tried to go to Gio Mas once, but the place was full. Luckily you are spoiled for choice when it comes to eating out.

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