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Where to go / Kallikratis road- question for Harribobs
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Where to go / Kallikratis road- question for Harribobs
« on: November 29, 2009, 04:35:00 PM »
We went up it in October. I thoroughly enjoyed the drive but had to stop about 2/3 of the way up so Cherry could...ummmm...'unload some unwanted baggage.'
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Where to stay / Kostas Chrysoullis
« on: October 31, 2009, 09:39:25 PM »
Ah ha! You're back! Wonderful to meet you both. Looking forward to the next time! xxxx
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Where to eat...or not! / Favourite Eateries - 2009
« on: October 16, 2009, 08:12:32 PM »
I don't believe so. There was one round there that was all shut up. Not sure if it was the one to which you refer.
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Plakias / New harbour
« on: October 16, 2009, 08:07:16 PM »
Had a walk along it last week. Nicely decorated!!
Will serve the community well.
Will serve the community well.
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Where to eat...or not! / Favourite Eateries - 2009
« on: October 13, 2009, 04:13:21 PM »
Had a number of meals in Mouses, cheap but good service and a good range of dishes.
First night was spent in one by the 'small' square, but I can't remember the name of it. Pork 'something or other' was a good introduction to the delights of Greek cuisine.
Had an unfortunate experience at Alianthios buffet and would not recommend it, although another couple enjoyed it so we may have just caught it on an off night.
First night was spent in one by the 'small' square, but I can't remember the name of it. Pork 'something or other' was a good introduction to the delights of Greek cuisine.
Had an unfortunate experience at Alianthios buffet and would not recommend it, although another couple enjoyed it so we may have just caught it on an off night.
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Where to stay / Kostas Chrysoullis
« on: October 13, 2009, 04:03:15 PM »
Nice place to stay, very basic but clean. Barman, Angelo, must be about the best in the business!
Kostas was a little down with the end of the season coming. I was shocked when he told me what Olympic pay him for each room. He wants to improve facilities but needs the money to do it! Good luck to him in the future.
Will be going back!
Kostas was a little down with the end of the season coming. I was shocked when he told me what Olympic pay him for each room. He wants to improve facilities but needs the money to do it! Good luck to him in the future.
Will be going back!
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Plakias / First time in Crete - Car Hire
« on: October 13, 2009, 03:49:26 PM »
Thanks to all who contributed. We met Dave and Les. Great fun.
For info:
We could have hired for a week online from UK for c. £90, collect car at Heraklion. We didn't due to not wishing to drive in the dark.
We spent some of Wednesday visiting most rental offices in Plakias. Pick up late Wednesday, return late Saturday locally.
Prices fluctuated especially when we explored the possibility of leaving the car at Heraklion on Tuesday!
We eventually picked up a Hyundai Getz from Auto Moto Plakias for 87 Euros, CASH, for the three days, two drivers, unlimited mileage, all insurances, no deposit. A good little car that did us for about 500 km for the three days.
Next time, we'll book online and collect/drop at airport.
Thanks again for everyone's help.
For info:
We could have hired for a week online from UK for c. £90, collect car at Heraklion. We didn't due to not wishing to drive in the dark.
We spent some of Wednesday visiting most rental offices in Plakias. Pick up late Wednesday, return late Saturday locally.
Prices fluctuated especially when we explored the possibility of leaving the car at Heraklion on Tuesday!
We eventually picked up a Hyundai Getz from Auto Moto Plakias for 87 Euros, CASH, for the three days, two drivers, unlimited mileage, all insurances, no deposit. A good little car that did us for about 500 km for the three days.
Next time, we'll book online and collect/drop at airport.
Thanks again for everyone's help.
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Plakias / Weather - is it windy
« on: October 13, 2009, 03:32:45 PM »
The wind lasted until about Friday. Beautiful last few days to complete our week.
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Plakias / First time in Crete - Car Hire
« on: October 04, 2009, 12:54:40 PM »Quote from: Dave&Les
Quote from: CabbymanSorry to have been so rude by not replying.
We have airport transfers on Tuesday (!!!) and have decided not to risk the drive from Heraklion in the dark. We'll pick a car vup in Plakias on Wednesday.
Where's the best place to spend Tuesday evening??
Hi we are arriving Tuesday & staying at the Kostas, we have been visiting Crete for 23years & Plakias for 20 of those!!!!
Plakias is like a magnet to us & we love it!!! we have driven all over the Island & would be more than happy to pass on any 'tips/info'
which you may find helpful.
We have used Eurocars for the last 4 years & we get a 'return customer discount' + a further discount if we pay cash. We collect the car at the Airport as we normally are 'flight only' we stay at the Paligremnos Aug/Sept (highly recommended). This year we are just having a late cheap package (Les has just had a stay/surgery in hospital). We just need some late sun before the dreaded English winter sets in.
Have a safe journey & perhaps we will meet up.
Regards
Dave&Les
Hi, look forward to that. I think time will be limited; We're aiming for Knossos on Thursday and then driving over to Kissamos to see some friends on Friday and Saturday. If you see us, you're looking for the bald, fat guy with a grey beard and ......... I'll let her describe herself later!!! [She says 'Middle-aged bird with shoulder length hair!](no I didn't, I said: Fat middle-aged........)
Getting excited...
Cherry & Steve.
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Plakias / First time in Crete - Car Hire
« on: October 02, 2009, 07:42:42 PM »
Sorry to have been so rude by not replying.
We have airport transfers on Tuesday (!!!) and have decided not to risk the drive from Heraklion in the dark. We'll pick a car vup in Plakias on Wednesday.
Where's the best place to spend Tuesday evening??
We have airport transfers on Tuesday (!!!) and have decided not to risk the drive from Heraklion in the dark. We'll pick a car vup in Plakias on Wednesday.
Where's the best place to spend Tuesday evening??
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Plakias / First time in Crete - Car Hire
« on: August 30, 2009, 11:07:26 AM »
Many thanks for your help, John.
Any other suggestions from anyone, please?
Any other suggestions from anyone, please?
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Plakias / First time in Crete - Car Hire
« on: August 22, 2009, 09:09:21 PM »
Hello. We're booked into Kostas Chrysoulla in October for a week, package wallahs I'm afraid.
We want to tour the island by hire car and, as the package includes airport transfer in the dark, felt it would be sensible to hire in Plakias once we arrive.
Would someone be kind enough to suggest a couple of reputable, local firms, if possible, with E mail or web site details.
I've read other posts on here and, I must say, it's a wonderful site about, what we anticipate, will be a wonderful place.
Many thanks for all your help.
We want to tour the island by hire car and, as the package includes airport transfer in the dark, felt it would be sensible to hire in Plakias once we arrive.
Would someone be kind enough to suggest a couple of reputable, local firms, if possible, with E mail or web site details.
I've read other posts on here and, I must say, it's a wonderful site about, what we anticipate, will be a wonderful place.
Many thanks for all your help.
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