Retour d'Athènes: 8 au 13 novembre 2014
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Retour d'Athènes: 8 au 13 novembre 2014

by Billy0013

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Billy0013
RegularMarseille · 76 posts
hello,

je suis parti à Athènes du 8 au 13 novembre 2014...ça m'a couté 360 euros par personnes (inclus le supplément valise en soute de 31 euros à l'aller et offert pour le retour). Le vol acheté environ 192 euros + 31 la valise par personne (aller / retour) sur Opodo (govoyages était moins cher de 10 euros mais pas de possibilité de valise en soute). L'hotel 300 euros (The Stanley hôtel) pour 2 personnes 4 nuits (petit dej inclus) juste au pied du métro Metaxourghio (quartier de prostituées à ce qui paraît...j'en ai pas vu dans la rue en tout cas !). L'hôtel très bien, petit dej, personnel accueillant et bienveillant. Chambre propre et vue sur l'Acropole (7ème étage / 9)...par contre bruyant même encore un peu malgré le double vitrage ! Ca roule à Athènes de jour comme de nuits.

Vol aller de Marseille direct avec Aegean Air (départ de MRS à 10 h 50 arrivé là-bas à 14 h 30 heure locale). Le retour par Vueling en 2 temps (transit) via Rome (avion à 12 h 40 d'Athènes et arrivé à Marseille à 16 40).

J'ai adoré les monuments, les musées sauf la ville (sale, pollué...) ça me rappelle une ville de France :)

J'ai mis bcp de restaus mais bien sûr j'ai pas tout fait ! J'en met une liste comme ça si vous avez le temps d'essayer...

Détail par journée : Jour 1 (demi-journée de dimanche) Le centre ville Monastarki Restaurant sur pl Monastarcki ...Bakaliarakia of Damigos (je l'avais pas dans ma liste, j'avais eu cette adresse sur le plan c'était au plus près), j'ai pas aimé, c'est l'usine, très bruyant, le personnel pas très aimable, la salade grecque j'ai beaucoup aimé très copieuse en plus j'avais pris de la viande au yogourt ensuite...j'ai pas aimé l'endroit.

Jour 2 Petit dej à l'hotel (on mangeait bien le matin, après on s'arrêtait pour boire un coup, ils offraient les chips et le soir on mangeait bien) - L'Acropole - Musée de l'Acropole - Le temple Zeus Olympien - Panathenaic Stadium - Le jardin national - Le parlement / la tombe du soldat inconnu (Pl. Syntagma) - Monastarki - Restaurant Lithos

Jour 3 Petit dej à l'hotel - Ancienne Agora - Librairie d'Adrien - Agora Romaine - Mont Lycabettus et la chapelle St George - Le Pyrée (port maritime et le port de plaisance) métro Pyreaus - restaurant Alexander the great (Alexandre le grand)

Jour 4 : Petit dej - Musée archéologique national (j'ai adoré tout comme le musée de l'Acropole) - Colline de Philopapos avec la prison de Socrate - Syntagma : devant la tombe du soldat inconnu : relève de la garde - Restaurant Mono - Yogourt glacé

Jour 5 : Départ après le petit dej

ATHENES 08/11/2014 au 13/11/2014

Hôtel The Stanley Odysseos 1- Karaiskaki Sq, Metaxourgeio, Athènes, 10437, Grèce Tel : +30 21 0524 1611 Métro ligne 2 (rouge) : station ΣΤ.ΜΕΤΑΞΟΥΡΓΕΙΟΥ (Metaxourgeio) Décalage horaire

Il y a un décalage horaire d’une heure entre la France et la Grèce. Quand il est 13 h 00 en France, il est 14 h 00 en Grèce. Téléphone

Pour téléphoner en Grèce depuis la France, il faut composer le 00 30 suivi du numéro de correspondant.

Pour téléphoner depuis la Grèce vers la France, il faut composer le 00 33 suivi du numéro du correspondant (sans le premier chiffre 0). Transport depuis l’aéroport

Métro ligne 3 (ligne bleue) pour Syntagma et Monastiraki : 8 euros par personne (40 minutes du centre).

Très attention dans le métro (le premier jour lors du trajet aéroport à l’hôtel, je me suis fait détrousser mon porte-monnaie qui était dans ma poche de devant de mon pantalon. Je n’ai rien vu venir ! Le métro était bondé et arrivé à la station Syntagma, je suis sorti du métro avec ma valise (le métro était bondé) je suis sorti, un mec prenait son temps devant moi (je suis sûr avec le recule qu’il était complice) pour me freiner, je voulais sortir avant que les portes du métro ne se referment. Donc soyez très prudent ! Ça m’a gâché mon début de séjour.

Bus 5 euros (sortie 4 et 5 de l’aéroport (départ toutes les 30 à 60 minutes). X93 : Aéroport – Kifisou avenue X95 : Aéroport - Syntagma X96 : Aéroport - Piraeus X97 : Aéroport - Elliniko

Possibilité de prendre le train à l’aéroport pour se rendre à la gare Central d’Athènes (Larissis) au Port du Pyrée et Kiato.

Pour l’hôtel, prendre le métro à l’aéroport ligne 3 en direction Agia Marina, descendre à la station Syntagma puis prendre le métro 2 (rouge) en direction de Anthoupoli, descendre à la station Metaxourgeio.

Taxi : 50 euros (forfait) Transport en commun

Ticket à l’unité tout transport public : 1,20 euros (pour 70 minutes dans un sens) Ticket 24 h : 4 euros Ticket 5 jours : 10 euros (j’ai pris celui-là) Ticket 3 jours touristique : 20 euros Ticket 7 jours aeroport : 50 euros

Curiosités

- Mont Lycabettus (Likavitos) vue panoramique (la plus belle vue d’Athènes) à pied ou en funiculaire - Quartier Monastiraki (place Monastiraki), rues commerçantes - Quartier Pláka (cathédrale d’Athènes / Metropolitan Square) - Quartier Anafiotika (au pied de l’Acropole, côté nord), maisons cycladiques - Colline de Philopapos (superbe panorama sur la ville, l’Acropole et la mer) avec la prison de Socrate à proximité. Pour y aller soit métro Acropolis (plus proche) soit métro Thissio.

- Musée archéologique national (proche de l’hôtel), Patission 44, Athènes Prix : 7 euros

- Place Syntagma, le parlement (ancien palais royal). Tombe du soldat inconnu (Mnimeio Agnostou Stratiotou) à ne pas manquer la relève de la garde, Constitution Square, Athènes

- Musée d’art cycladique, 4 Neophytou Douka | Kolonaki, Athènes

- Agora Romaine (Forum), Aiolou & Pelopida, Athènes

- Ancienne Agora

- Temple d’Apollon

- Acropole : Erechtheion, Parthénon, Temple d’Héphaïstéion, Temple d’Athéna Nike, Odéon d’Hérodes Atticus (Odeion / Irodion) théâtre, Théâtre de Dionysos Pour acheter les billets (actuellement le billet électronique n’existe pas) pour l’Acropole sans faire la queue, c’est de ne pas rentrer dans le site par l’entrée principale mais par l’entrée au Sud (Rue Theorias). Prix : 12 euros (inclus l’entrée à 5 autres sites au choix : l’Acropole, Ancienne Agora, Agora Romaine, Théâtre de Dionysos, Kerameikos, Temple de Zeus Olympien, Librairie d’Adrien

- Le musée de l’Acropole, Dionysiou Areopagitou 15 | Makrigianni District, Athènes Prix : 5 euros

- Temple Olympique de Zeus (Olympiéion), Leof. Vasilissis Olgas, Athènes

- Musée Benaki (culture et civilisation grecque), 1, Koumbari St & Vas. Sofias Av., Athènes

- Panathenaic Stadium (Panathinaiko Stadio) stade olympique, Vassileos Konstantinou Avenue, Athènes Prix : 3 euros

- Chapelle St George (jolie point de vue) sur le Mont Lycabettus Restaurants et sorties

- Sardelles (fruits de mer), Persefonis 15 | Gazi (Thissia), Athènes 11854, Grèce Tel : (+30) 210 3478050 - Mono Restaurant, Mpenizelou Palaiologou 4C | Plaka, Athènes Tel : (+30) 210-322-6711. Fait. Décors sympa, tagliatelles aux St Jacques excellent ! - Mani Mani, Falirou 10 | Koukaki, Athènes Tel : +30 210 921 8180 - Fish Cafe, 3 Veikou St | Makrigianni, Athènes tel : +30 210 9235813 - To Trikyklo (poissons), Pytheou 34 & Geometrou 1 | Neos Kosmos (Pangrati), Athènes Tel : +30 21 0923 2384

Ermis (Grill), Sokratous 35 | Moschato, Athènes (en direction du Pyrée)

Le pyrée

- Kebab & Curry Indian Restaurant 14, Skouze & Notara, Pirée Tel : +30 2104285937 - O Giannis (poissons), Chatzikyriakou 107, Pirée Tel : (+30) 210 4180160 - Papanikolis, Akti Themistokleous 6, Pirée Tel : +30 21 0418 1580 Ta Katsarolakia (poissons / panorama), Akti Moutsopoulou 21, Pirée Tel : +30 21 0410 0609

Proche de l’hôtel

- Taverna Ta Varelia, 7 Hiou & Favierou (Omonia), Athènes Tel : 210 52 21 796 - Alexander the Great Restaurant, Megalou Alexandrou 3-7 | Karaiskaki Square (Omonia), Athènes. Très bon Tzatziki, poulet riz très bon, dessert offert (yaourt avec coulis de fruit). Tel : 210 5227990 - Aleria, Megalou Alexandrou 57 | Metaxourgeio (Omonia), Athènes tel : +30 2105222633 - Rakor, Plataion 10 & Granikou | Kerameikos (Omonia), Athènes tel : +30 21 1710 8877 - Funky Gourmet, 13 Paramithias Street and Salaminos | Keramikos (Omonia), Athènes tel : +30 21 0524 2727 - Lithos, Aisopou 17 | Psyrri Monastiraki, Athènes. Personnel très serviable, gentil, j’ai pris les moules notamment une sauce avec du vin (on aurait dit un peu de la sauce béarnaise), je me suis vraiment régalé ! On a demandé la note, longue à venir du coup on a offert une grande salade de fruits. Tel : +30 21 0324 7797 - Klimataria, Platia Theatrou 2 | NOT Theatrou Str 2 (Psyrri), Athènes +30 21 0321 6629 - Etsi Apla, Sofokleous, 20 | Psyrri, Athènes tel : +(30)6984548606 - Strofi, Rovertou Galli 25 | Acropolis, Athènes Tel +30 210-921-4130 Desserts - DaVinci Artisan Gelato-Quality Chocolate (glaces), Andrianou 50 | Psyrri Athènes - To Serbetospito Tis Nansy (pâtisseries), Karaiskaki 33 | Plateia Psyrri, Athènes - Ta Serbetia stou Psyrri (pâtisserie), Aeschilou 3 | Platia Psyrri, Athènes - Fresko Yogurt Bar (Yaourt glacé), 3 Dionysiou Areopagitou | Psyrri, Athènes - Yogolicious (Yaourt glacé), 48 Adrianou | Psyrri, Athènes. On y allé deux fois, j’en ai eu pour presque 8 euros (le gros pot rempli à fond). 2 euros les 100 gr (on se sert librement). - White Frozen Yogurt Café (Yaourt glace), Ermou 13 | Psyrri, Athènes Bars - A for Athens Cocktail Bar, Miaouli 2 - 4 | Psyrri, Athènes - Baba Au Rum, Kleitiou 6 | Psyrri, Athènes. De nombreux cocktails, originaux (notamment au poivre, j’ai eu du mal au début) - Brettos Bar, Kydathinaion 41 | Plaka, Athènes - Tiki Bar Athens, Falirou 15 | Acropolis, Athènes

Diffusion de match de foot - Athens Sports Bar, 3 Veikou, | Acropolis Athènes (diffusion de matchs de foot)

Lexique Grec

oui né non ochi

bonjour kalimera bonsoir kalispera bonne nuit kalinikhta salut yassou au revoir athîo

s'il vous plaît parakalo merci efkharisto pardon signomi

Je suis français / française. Imé ghalos / ghalida. parlez-vous français ? Milatè ghalika ? Je ne comprends pas le grec. Then katalavéno ta hellinika

Je m'appelle... Mé léné...

Comment vas-tu ? Ti Kanis ? Comment allez-vous ? Ti kanété ? Bien. kala

Combien ça coûte ? Posso kani ? Une bière s'il vous plaît. Mia bira parakalo. L'addition s'il vous plaît. To logariasmo parakalo.

vin rouge kokino krasi vin blanc aspro krasi

Où se trouve ? Pou inè ? droite dhéksia gauche aristera tout droit efthia Une chambre s'il vous plaît Ena dhomatio

Quelle heure est-il ? Ti ora inè ?

Les nombres : 1 éna 6 eksi 20 ikossi 70 evdhominda 2 dhio 7 efta 30 trianda 80 oghdhonda 3 tria 8 ochto 40 saranda 90 énéninda 4 tessera 9 énia 50 péninda 100 ékato 5 pendé 10 dhéka 60 eksinda

Les jours de la semaine : lundi deftera aujourd'hui simera mardi triti demain avrio mercredi tetarti hier chtès jeudi pemptio matin proï vendredi paraskevi midi mésiméri samedi savato soir vradhi dimanche kiriaki nuit nikta

Attention, le 'oui' et le 'non' Grecs sont accompagnés de petits gestes qui portent à confusion : pour dire non, ils lèvent la tête et les yeux vers le ciel. Pour dire oui, ils inclinent la tête légèrement sur le côté.

Les photos du séjour : https://plus.google.com/photos/114309247784934720795/albums/6082370440465860897?authkey=CJGSt-_ziJLskQE
"On a qu'une vie !"
BI Billy0013 Regular ·
🤪 j'oubliais...le ticket pour l'Acropole (Acropolis) est à 12 euros pour 6 entrées au choix que j'ai énuméré ci-dessus mais surtout il est limité dans le temps...4 jours (ce qui suffit amplement pour tout faire).

Le plus long ça sera de visiter l'Agora Ancienne.
"On a qu'une vie !"
LU Lubiette Regular ·
Félicitations pour ce rapport exhaustif qui sera sans doute très utile aux prochains voyageurs. Une petite question concernant une de vos photos d'une sorte de tunnel en pierre, peut-être sous-terrain : ou est-ce ?
BI Billy0013 Regular ·
Félicitations pour ce rapport exhaustif qui sera sans doute très utile aux prochains voyageurs. Une petite question concernant une de vos photos d'une sorte de tunnel en pierre, peut-être sous-terrain : ou est-ce ?

Merci.

Le tunnel c'est au stade panathénaïque (il est une sorte de musée qui regroupe toutes les flammes olympique).
"On a qu'une vie !"
ST Stef2Mars Globetrotter ·
Bonsoir 🙂

J'ai adoré les monuments, les musées sauf la ville (sale, pollué...) ça me rappelle une ville de France :)

Je ne vois pas de quelle ville tu parles ? 😄

Sinon, en effet, excellent compte-rendu sur ton séjour. J'aurais une question. Un collègue de bureau récemment rentré d'Athènes ne m'a pas dit que du bien sur la ville. Comme toi, il l'a trouvée sale. Il a eu également un mauvais ressenti au niveau des locaux, contrairement aux îles où l'accueil à ses dires était beaucoup plus chaleureux. Quel a été ton ressenti avec les athéniens ?

J'envisage dans un futur proche une escapade dans la capitale grecque et du coup mon enthousiasme en a prit un coup...

Stef
Marseille, ma ville Rio de Janeiro 2008 & 2011 Cyclades 2016
BI Billy0013 Regular ·
Bonsoir 🙂

J'ai adoré les monuments, les musées sauf la ville (sale, pollué...) ça me rappelle une ville de France :)

Je ne vois pas de quelle ville tu parles ? 😄

Sinon, en effet, excellent compte-rendu sur ton séjour. J'aurais une question. Un collègue de bureau récemment rentré d'Athènes ne m'a pas dit que du bien sur la ville. Comme toi, il l'a trouvée sale. Il a eu également un mauvais ressenti au niveau des locaux, contrairement aux îles où l'accueil à ses dires était beaucoup plus chaleureux. Quel a été ton ressenti avec les athéniens ?

J'envisage dans un futur proche une escapade dans la capitale grecque et du coup mon enthousiasme en a prit un coup...

Stef

Bonjour Stef,

mon ressenti concernant les athéniens est qu'ils sont limite blasés ou indifférent mais c'est propre à chaque grande ville je pense (j'ai vu la même chose dans d'autres grandes villes en Europe). Après j'ai discuté avec des personnes qui sont allés, ils ont pas spécialement trouvés qu'ils étaient ainsi. Attention, je n'ai pas dit qu'ils étaient désagréable pour le coup.

Mon séjour à Athènes, je ne le regrette pas (même si j'ai subit un larcin en arrivant le premier jour), tu en vois plein les yeux et tu occultes le reste.

JJ
"On a qu'une vie !"
ST Stef2Mars Globetrotter ·
Bonjour,

Merci pour ton témoignage.

Stef
Marseille, ma ville Rio de Janeiro 2008 & 2011 Cyclades 2016
GR Grene Regular ·
Bonjour En faisant des recherches pour un sejour a athenes, je trouve ton compte rendu interessant nous pensons y aller en avril, avec une fillette de 11 ans, avec le recul, ton hotel est il bien situe pour se deplacer en bus metro. Une semaine est ce correct? Merci et bons voyages Chantal
Chantal
EL Elenitsa Veteran ·
Personnellement je ne conseille pas cet endroit (Metaxourgio/Omonoia). Mieux vaut loger vers Plaka, il y a le métro pas loin aussi et en plus vous êtes au coeur de Plaka et de pas mal de choses à voir. Il y a de très nombreux hotels à tous les prix, Byron Hotel, Art hotel gallery etc.
BI Billy0013 Regular ·
Bonjour En faisant des recherches pour un sejour a athenes, je trouve ton compte rendu interessant nous pensons y aller en avril, avec une fillette de 11 ans, avec le recul, ton hotel est il bien situe pour se deplacer en bus metro. Une semaine est ce correct? Merci et bons voyages Chantal

Bonjour J ai choisi cet endroit pour son prix très attractif et l emplacement (métro quasi en bas dans l'hôtel)....après le quartier c'est sûr que c'est loin d'être le meilleur d'Athènes mais on ne sait jamais senti en insécurité. Apparemment c'est le quartier des prostitués mais on en voit pas dans la rue (nous en tout cas on en a pas vu).
"On a qu'une vie !"
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Berat was our favorite—there are lovely walks through the different neighborhoods on both sides of the river, each with a very different vibe. The citadel visit is also fascinating, as it’s like a small town within the fortress. The walk along the river is pleasant, with plenty of restaurant choices. Other restaurants in the old town are also very nice. The White House Restaurant, on the first floor along the road, is good and offers a great view of the Gorica district. Gjirokastër: Accommodation: Te Ajdini Guest House: 120 € for 3 nights with breakfast. A private home stay. There’s free parking just before entering the city, a 5-minute walk from the accommodation, which is very convenient since the cobblestone streets are narrow and parking is tricky. Yes, it’s a climb to get to the place, but everything in this city is uphill... The room was bright and clean. Breakfast was very good, hearty, and served in the courtyard with a view of the castle. The guesthouse is a 5-minute walk from the city center (the bazaar) but in a quiet area. Restaurants: Rrapi and Kujtimi—good and affordable with their little pergolas. The old town of Gjirokastër is charming but very touristy, with streets packed with souvenir shops and restaurant tables and chairs. Lots of people. -The bunker visit (near the tourist office) is very interesting: Cold War Tunnel. The castle offers a beautiful view of the city. -Visit to the Ottoman house Skenduli: very well done. Don’t forget to climb the ladder facing a trapdoor in the ceiling to see the roof’s framework—it’s like a forest of beams: impressive! -The bridge Ura e Ali Pasha: A steep 45-minute climb from the city to the site is worth it, but once you reach the viewpoint (which is stunning), you have to go back down a path to reach the bridge. You can drive to the viewpoint, but parking is very tricky. Around Gjirokastër: -Just outside the city: Lake Liqeni i Viroit: a nice, ordinary-looking lake, but at the end, there’s a natural spring making the water crystal clear and a brilliant blue—really spectacular, like photos of Blue Eye near Sarandë. -Drive to Përmet along the gorges: beautiful viewpoints along the way and lovely countryside. Himarë: Accommodation: Vila Kosteli: 120 € for 2 nights with breakfast—slightly overpriced for this type of place but very close to a small beach and not far from the promenade with all the restaurants. Private parking, but very tight (4 cars on a tiny lot along the road). The "sea view" room is a bit obstructed by the building across the street. However, the rooftop breakfast view is beautiful. Friendly staff. Himarë is a pleasant seaside resort, quite calm (but it was April...). There’s a cute promenade with restaurants along the beach. The castle on the heights of Himarë is worth a visit. Around Himarë: -Qeparo is worth a quick stop, but Qeparo village is really worth the detour: a village lost in the heights after a scenic drive up from the coastal road—narrow but well-maintained. Beautiful view from the top and a charming village. -The Big Bunker and Llogora Panorama: take a right turn several kilometers after Dhermi—a road that climbs steeply from the start... A breathtaking winding road that reaches 900 meters in altitude. The view is stunning. -Several small villages between Dhermi and Himarë are worth a quick stop. -Porto Palermo Castle is somewhat disappointing. Tirana: Taxi from Tirana airport to the city center: 15 € with electric taxis (Green Taxi, Bee Taxi, Do Taxi). Accommodation: Hotel Nevi Apartment: 63 € for 2 nights. A private apartment in an older building but very clean and well-equipped, with a kitchen and small enclosed balcony. Great welcome and contact—the owner even booked a taxi for our departure. Very well located, close to the main square, shops, and restaurants. A small supermarket nearby is perfect for stocking up on breakfast supplies. The city is lively and dynamic, with plenty of green spaces and promenades. Buildings are popping up everywhere, often with surprising architecture—like a building shaped like a face, a huge golden cube, and many others under construction. -Sky Tower: at the top, a rotating bar offers a 360° view of the city and its buildings. Drinks are a bit pricier than usual, but it’s totally worth it (6 € for a beer or a glass of white wine, 3 € for coffee). We were there for sunset, and it was amazing! A must-do. Arrive early, as it fills up quickly. -The House of Leaves: a house used for secret surveillance and interrogations during the dictatorship... A great way to learn about the surveillance systems of that era. -Bunk’Art 2: a bunker in the heart of the city—very interesting, covering the dictatorship period and its system... -The Pazari i Ri Bazaar: the new bazaar district. The large hall is worth a visit, but souvenir prices are often higher than elsewhere... The area is nice. Restaurant: Kastrati Restaurant—a bit like a canteen with lots of traditional dishes. It’s on the first floor of a building. Excellent value for money, and the waitress explains the dishes in French.

That’s a little overview of our trip and my personal impressions! Albania is a beautiful and pleasant country to visit. If you have any questions, feel free to ask!
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Papyrus77 2 months ago · NinjaPenguin
What to see and do in Rhodes?
What are the main sights to visit on Rhodes itself or the surrounding islands, and what’s the weather like? We’re leaving on May 18th.
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Banditnat 3 months ago · Elenitsa
Crowds in Crete mid-August to early September
Hi everyone, We’re thinking of spending 3 weeks in Crete between mid-August and early September, renting a car, quickly exploring a few spots in the east, and focusing on the west, southwest, and south. I’m worried about the heavy tourist crowds. Is it really more noticeable than elsewhere in Greece? Is there a way to avoid the crowds without missing out on the iconic places, which I imagine are stunning in Crete? Thanks for your thoughts and experiences!
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Patricevinc 3 months ago · Guidefree
How to get from Albania to Greece by bus
Hi, I'm heading to Greece via Albania soon. Does anyone have info on transportation from Gjirokastër to Ioannina? Which company, fares, and schedules—it's not very clear with Google.

Thanks!

Patrice
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Steph60650 3 months ago · Barneyg
A day in Bratislava
Hi everyone,

I’m just passing through Bratislava quickly (one afternoon, one night, one morning) and I’d love to see the highlights of the city. I’ve put together a little itinerary—feel free to let me know what you think!

Start at the castle and its beautiful viewpoint Visit the Baroque gardens St. Martin’s Cathedral, quick visit National Theatre Discover the Cumil statues Primatial Palace via Hlavné Namestie Michael’s Gate Grassalkovich Palace via Obchodna Walk across Namesti Slobody to head back to the upside-down pyramid Head down to the Blue Church Cross the Danube to see Sad Janka Krala, then return via the UFO Bridge There you go—10 km and a packed day! What do you think?

Thanks, Stéphane.
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Sahello 3 months ago
Car rental insurance in Greece
Hi, I’m renting a car in Greece (Heraklion). Should I get extra insurance? What’s driving like with the Greeks? Thanks for any tips!
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Zizouille 3 months ago · Gaura
Prague in June: Packing and Sightseeing Tips
Hello, We’re heading to Prague with so much excitement from June 10th to 20th. I’ve got three main questions for those who live there or have visited: - What are your thoughts on what to pack clothing-wise? What’s the weather usually like at this time of year? We’re a bit sensitive to the cold—we live way down in southern Andalusia and are used to the *calor* 😎... Should we pack rain gear? Are we likely to get a lot of rain (which we’re dreading a little, but we couldn’t choose other dates)? - I’ve seen there are "passes" for various attractions, museums, and sites, including one that’s valid for 10 days but costs a whopping 160 € per person—that’s an average of 16 € per day. Do you think it’s really worth it? We won’t be spending our days rushing between every indoor site; we also love wandering the streets and discovering things a bit "at random." If we do two paid visits a day, that’ll probably be the max... Can we make it worth the cost with that? Of course, we want to visit the castle and take a boat trip as a minimum. Are the sites included in these passes iconic, or are they more "minor" attractions? Does having the pass help us skip long lines? - Finally, a question about communication: I speak French, obviously, plus Spanish and English fluently, but very little German (haven’t practiced in ages), and no Russian or Czech at all. My husband knows a few words of Russian, but it’s "Cuban" Russian—about the same level as my current German 🙂 !! Can we still get by without too much trouble? We don’t want to spend 10 days not saying a word to anyone and communicating only with gestures!! Thanks for your valuable tips and opinions.
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Sahello 3 months ago
Car rental requirements in Crete?
Hi there! We’re heading to Crete (Heraklion) as a couple and I’d like to rent a car. 1) Do we need an international driver’s permit? 2) Are rentals super expensive? Thanks everyone!
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Lecondor 3 months ago
Poland: average cost of a meal and souvenirs in zloty
Hi there

I’d like to know how much a meal costs on average in zloty in Poland (Warsaw, Kraków, Częstochowa, Wadowice), and also the price of souvenirs like postcards and magnets—so I don’t end up with too many zlotys left after my 5-day trip to Poland?
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Steph60650 3 months ago · Sinforosa
Budapest in a day: your thoughts on my itinerary
Hi everyone,

I’m just passing through the city very quickly (one afternoon, one night, one morning) and I’d love to see as many must-see spots as possible. I’ve put together a little itinerary—let me know what you think!

Visit to Varosliget Park Heroes’ Square Quick stop in the southern part of Margitsziget (for the photo with the Budapest sign!!!) Gül Baba Mausoleum and Rose Garden Fisherman’s Bastion Church of the Assumption of Our Lady of Budavár Tóth Árpád stny promenade Budavar Palace Freedom Square Parliament

This is just a first draft. I still have a few months to tweak it.

Thanks!

Stéphane.
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Thebigblue 3 months ago
Tips for a 20-day Montenegro and Croatia itinerary
hello I’m looking for advice for a last-minute trip—about 3 weeks (half Montenegro, half Croatia). I’m traveling solo, backpacker style (low budget, hostels). I’m 40 and love exploring cool spots—cities, beaches, mountains, sports activities, you name it.

I’m torn between renting a car or just going with the flow using buses once I’m there. A car would definitely be more convenient, but it might be pricier—plus, parking (is it paid?) and having to return it to the same place. My plan is to start in Montenegro (flying into Podgorica or Albania) and finish in Croatia, so I’d either need to do short-term rentals per country or one-way.

In Montenegro, here are the spots I’ve noted: - Ulcinj and Velika Plaža beach - A side trip to Lake Skadar and Virpazar - Budva, Sveti Stefan, and Petrovac - Cetinje and Lovćen National Park - Kotor / Perast - Žabljak and Durmitor National Park + rafting in the Tara Canyon Is 8–10 days enough?

And in Croatia, I’ve got: - Dubrovnik - Korčula - Hvar - Split + Trogir and Krka National Park - Zadar - Plitvice Lakes National Park - Croatian Istria / Rovinj / Pula - Zagreb Around 10–12 days.

Any tips on the stops (adding or cutting some from my list) or transportation options?

Thanks in advance!
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Nicoa57 4 months ago · JoLuiB
Questions about visits and accommodation in Pelion / Chalkidiki
Hi there,

I’m heading to Pelion with my partner and then to Chalkidiki around mid-September (from September 12th to 26th). I arrive in Thessaloniki on Saturday evening and plan to spend a day there to check out the market (though it’s marked as temporarily closed on Google??) and, most importantly, enjoy the local food scene.

After that, I’ll head toward Meteora (Sunday evening/Monday), spend a week in Pelion, and then head up to Nikiti to finish the trip (5 days in Vourvourou) and explore the beaches of Sithonia. We’ll also make a trip to Afytos since I think it’s worth the detour.

About Pelion, I’m really not sure where to stay because the distances between Volos and Afissos aren’t straightforward.

I’m looking for a quiet spot but with a little evening activity—like strolling through a village or by the sea. I’ve seen a few suggestions via ChatGPT, but I’m not convinced about the vibe (Milies, Makrinitsa).

Volos is big… but kind of ugly.

We love hiking, spending time in picturesque/typical villages, and, like everyone else, tasting local specialties. As for balancing the trip, I’m open to changes or adjustments if you’ve got any tips—I’d love to hear them, along with any other ideas.
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Socrate333 4 months ago · Keftiou
Hesitating between Crete or Menorca
Hi! We’d like to go away for 10 days around May 15th, either to Menorca or Crete—we don’t know either place. We love hiking, unspoiled nature, good food, swimming, and, if possible, avoiding crowds. We enjoy getting off the beaten track. Menorca seems ideal because it’s not far by plane from Lyon, but if Crete is really wilder and more beautiful in terms of landscapes, we can add an extra hour of flight time. Can you help us out? Thanks!
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Steph60650 4 months ago · Mathews
One-day itinerary for Prague
Hi everyone,

I'm on my way to Slovakia, where I'll be spending about ten days on vacation in the High Tatras. I've decided to stop in Prague for 24 hours with my two teens (arriving around noon, leaving the next day). We don’t know the city at all. I know a single day is way too short to discover everything, so I’d like to plan a small circuit to see the must-see spots.

Here’s what I’ve planned:

Walk through Nový Svět street Visit the castle, St. Vitus Cathedral, and Golden Lane Quick stop at Vojanovy Sady gardens Malá Strana Square Maltese Square Kampa Island Then the iconic Charles Bridge and a short tour of the Jewish Quarter We’ll head back down to visit Old Town Square (Malé Náměstí, St. Nicholas Church, and the Church of Our Lady before Týn) Head to Wenceslas Square and the Church of Our Lady of the Snows Then to the Church of Saints Cyril and Methodius and the Dancing House And finally, back to the starting point.

Estimated distance: 10 km

I was thinking of a little evening stroll up Petřín Hill... what do you think? Are there things that aren’t really worth it, or other spots that are must-sees?

Thanks for your thoughts and feedback!

Stéphane.
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Envallis 4 months ago · Barneyg
Which base(s) to choose in Cyprus?
Hello

It’s decided—next summer, it’s Cyprus! A region we don’t know yet, with nature, culture, beach time, and diving the Zenobia 😎 We’re thinking of a 2-week trip.

After flipping through the LP guide, I’m still unsure about the best bases—I can’t quite picture the distances...

Option 1: Stay near Larnaca for 1 week and Paphos for the other. But from Larnaca, Cape Greco is doable. Wouldn’t it be better to stay near Cape Greco (Protaras?) instead? What about getting to Lefkara? Same from Paphos—easy to explore as far as Kourion.

Option 2: A single, more central base somewhere between Limassol and Larnaca.

Thanks for your tips and great deals 😉
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Illico17 4 months ago · Decma
Booking a visit to the Acropolis
I’d like to book tickets for a visit to the Acropolis at the end of April. The official site is down. What do you think of agencies like Get Your Guide? Are they reliable? It’s a lot more expensive. The audio guide option is tempting, but is that reliable too? We’re a bit older and like to take our time...

Do the other museums (National Archaeological Museum and Museum of Cycladic Art) also require reservations? We visited Athens 50 years ago, and it seems like things have changed a lot.

Thanks for any help!
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Babette75 4 months ago
Driver or self-drive tour in Albania?
hi,

I just booked a flight and hotel (Mövenpick in Durrës) for my husband and me for late May. We’re thinking of spending (I haven’t really decided yet) one day in Tirana, one day around Berat, and one day around Gjirokastër and the Albanian Riviera. We were planning to hire a private driver for the day. I asked the hotel if they could find one for me... they brushed me off! Yet I usually do this for all my trips.

Would you have a name, a company, or someone I could contact?

Otherwise, is it "dangerous"—road conditions and Albanian driving—to rent a car?

Do I need an international driver’s permit?

thanks
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