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Plakias / Re: Plakias season
« on: August 22, 2014, 08:46:43 AM »
The weather in October is usually very good.
But being October, you do take a chance of some rain.
I was there for 14 days last year Oct 6 - 20. We had one half day of cloud, one half day of strong wind and 12 perfect days. The year before during the same period we had two days of heavy rain and the rest perfect. Of course, we could be unlucky this year and get lots of wet days but that's October.
Also remember, the days are shorter and nights can be quite chilly.
Overall though October should be good. I'll be there again this year.

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Plakias / Re: Return to Plakias
« on: May 22, 2014, 05:20:44 PM »
When I was in Plakias last October I would say every taverna had internet access.
If I wanted a quick look I'd just go and stand outside the Alianthos Beach Hotel as I'd got their access code on day 1. I thing it was "hotel".

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Where to eat...or not! / Re: Plakias Nightlife
« on: May 07, 2014, 04:27:12 PM »
There are plenty of tavernas in Plakias, all of which serve much the same menu, and several bars but only one disco. This is close to the harbour and is quite noisy at night but, as it's the only one, it's easy to get away from. If you don't like noise at night I suggest you take a room away from the harbour and the main road which runs the length of the front.
None of the other bars is noisy though several of them show Sky sports.

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Plakias / Re: Weather in August
« on: April 16, 2014, 09:06:11 PM »
Apart from the weather you will find that Plakias is a quite different place in August. The majority of visitors are Greeks. I do not want to be disparaging to the Greeks as it is their country but their behaviour on the beaches and in restaurants is quite different from that of we Northern Europeans. Let's just say the local taverna workers and shop keepers are always pleased when September arrives.

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Gossip / Plakias Heroes 2013
« on: October 24, 2013, 08:42:11 PM »
Now that the season is virtually over (I flew home from my second visit yesterday) I thought it would be nice to acknowledge those in Plakias who constantly "go that extra kilometre" to ensure Plakias remains that special place which we all just keep returning to.

My nominations for Plakias Heroes are (in no particular order, so alphabetically):

Apostolis.
For the way he has kept the "far end" beach in such good order. In my opinion it's never been better than over the past three years since he took over. He's also a thoroughly charming man!

Georgos at Gorgona.
A big man with a big smile and a big welcome. Georgos always makes any visit to Gorgona a really happy and entertaining experience. And this year he also had the day job of rescuing ladies in distress out at sea!!

Nikos at Ostraco Bar.
I first knew Nikos when he worked at Sofia. For the past 3 years he's been at Ostraco. On every visit when he's seen me walk past Ostraco he's welcomed me back to Plakias (again) as if I was a long lost friend - and I've never used his bar. He truly is a great ambassador for Plakias

Ploppy, our administrator (I think)
Thanks for making this forum available. I love following it and find it not only entertaining but very informative. Yammas!

Maybe others members would like to make nominations for their Heroes and Heroines, and some may even wish to nominate Villains - though from what I've read all Villains will be corporates!

P.S. I've now started using Ostraco so Nikos's marketing tactic finally paid off!!

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Where to eat...or not! / Re: Gorgona
« on: September 30, 2013, 02:22:05 PM »
Me too. I eat there probably every other night when I stay in Plakias.
I like to see what's on offer in the window and invariably choose something from there.
Babas and Giorgos are always excellent hosts and great fun.
I too will be there next week.

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Holiday Companies / Re: Small Planet Airlines
« on: August 08, 2013, 07:02:58 AM »
Make it even faster. Don't reclaim luggage.
Just take a small case on board.
After all, it is a beach holiday. What is there to take?

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Holiday Companies / Re: Small Planet Airlines
« on: August 07, 2013, 05:59:24 AM »
I totally agree with you Noopsy and for many of the same reasons.
I also prefer not to be locked into 7 and 14 days slots always based on Tuesdays.
Travelling to Plakias independently is so easy.

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Plakias / Re: Weather Plakias - Sept - October, Hotel Lamon
« on: August 05, 2013, 12:23:10 PM »
I went on 4th October last year for 14 days.
We had one day which was a complete washout, two half days on which I could not go on the beach because of either cloud or rain and 11 perfect days. I'm going in October again this year so hope it's as good again.

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Holiday Companies / Re: Small Planet Airlines
« on: August 01, 2013, 07:00:52 AM »
Roy
Sorry to hear you may never see Plakias again because of lousy service from Olympic.

Please remember it's very easy to travel independently. Use the local buses for transfer. You need to check timetables (available on the web at http://www.bus-service-crete-ktel.com/timetable).
I understand that Olympic transfer can take up to three hours. The bus doesn't take much longer.

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Plakias / Re: A shout out to apostolis
« on: August 01, 2013, 06:54:08 AM »
I whole heartedly agree.
I've just come back from Plakias (31st July) and the far end beach has never been so good.
I'm just disappointed that when the wind blows Apostolis loses trade. He deserves to do well.

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Plakias / Re: exchange rates
« on: June 22, 2013, 09:15:56 AM »
The Post Office card (it's not a credit card) is a good option. It's actually a card you load up and use in any ATM.
Why take Sterling when you can use one of the four ATM's in the village at any time of day or night?

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Where to stay / Re: Good hotels?
« on: June 22, 2013, 09:12:47 AM »
Do you want specifically an hotel? In my opinion you're better off renting a room in the village centre. Unless you choose Alianthos Garden the hotels have little more to offer.
Some rooms have cooking facilities but you're surrounded by cafes, shops and tavernas.
I'd recommend a room at the back of the village because it's quieter but still only on minute's walk to the centre.
I recommend Aphrodite and Stella which both have a very loyal following. Breakfast is provided at both.

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Plakias / Re: Gorgona
« on: June 18, 2013, 09:10:29 PM »
Thanks. Yes. George is a really tall well build guy, although he just glides between the tables. He's always jovial and friendly. I'm looking forward to seeing them both.

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Plakias / Re: Gorgona
« on: June 17, 2013, 09:03:12 PM »
I agree, although the staff move from Gorgona to Sofia and back again so it's hard to keep track of who's where. I like them both, principally because of the window display. I can see what I'm going to eat and both display good Greek food, as it should be displayed.
Do you mean Babis and his daughter? He certainly does make everybody welcome and he works so hard.
Is George there again this year? I hope so but will find out for myself in just two weeks' time.
I can't wait.

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