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Post by balddave on May 28, 2024 4:58:12 GMT
just over 24 hours till we fly to Skiathos, after a hellish few months I can’t tell you how grateful we are to be able to travel, time for a recharge and look forward to our future, can’t think of a better place to do it.
concern over our accommodation didn’t help, but glad to hear it officially opened following a major refurbishment on the 26th, hopefully it’s as good as the photos we’ve seen.
we have Australian relatives touring Europe, they’re currently in Malta but planning to fly to Athens tomorrow and then the ferry from Volos to Skiathos for 3 nights before flying to Rome. Be good to show them around the island.
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Post by yorkshiremouth on May 28, 2024 6:59:31 GMT
Ah, the drivel is back!
I’m looking forward to this.
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Post by dennisn on May 28, 2024 7:03:56 GMT
Me three
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Post by katet on May 28, 2024 10:55:05 GMT
Hooray! 🥳🥳🥳
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amy115
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Posts: 346
Visits to Skiathos: 5
Accommodation Stayed At: Thymis House Hotel
Dream House
Elizabeth Studios
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Post by amy115 on May 28, 2024 16:33:04 GMT
Some of us like drivel Dave  |
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Post by cariad23 on May 29, 2024 2:26:08 GMT
Great can’t wait, can’t beat a bit of drivel
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Post by katet on May 29, 2024 12:55:10 GMT
Drivel aside, I’m so pleased that you’re able to travel after a bad few months Dave. And am sure you are too! I’m really looking forwards to hearing what Aspronissos is like - I very nearly booked it for the art trip on 10th but played safe with the Alkyon in the end. Have a superb holiday
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Post by kevb on May 29, 2024 13:04:41 GMT
Drivel away Dave, especially about how the Aspronissos is shaping up.
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Post by balddave on May 29, 2024 15:10:04 GMT
Flight no problem, weather good, accommodation beating expectations, will PM you at some point. Been up since 3am , and welcome drink lasted longer than expected, will update tomorrow
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amy115
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Posts: 346
Visits to Skiathos: 5
Accommodation Stayed At: Thymis House Hotel
Dream House
Elizabeth Studios
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Post by amy115 on May 30, 2024 13:16:07 GMT
Happy birthday Dave. I hope you are having a great day celebrating |
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Post by balddave on May 30, 2024 15:26:05 GMT
Not much to report thus far , arrived on time yesterday, more than happy with accommodation.
After unpacking etc took a short walk to the fresh bar, always have our 1st holiday drink there, 1st Bar I went into back in 1998,usual warm welcome received.
Had a sandwich each as not eaten on plane, food in fresh is excellent and value for money.
Back to apartment, decided not to nap but to get ready and head out, having been awake since 3am we knew an early night was in order.
Sue’s mobility not great following recent illness, so a slow walk along new port with the odd rest on one of many benches.
Headed up papadiamanti to Main Street for a drink and to say hello then moved onto phedrocks, Phed not on the island but his sidekick and local guy Hari is managing the.bar.
Not very hungry after sandwich in afternoon so headed to Niko’s for a giros, I have to agree with Dennis, they’re up there with the best in Skiathos.
Woke this morning to a pile of birthday cards my wife had brought from various friends etc. Breakfast on the roof, fabulous 360 degree views , food buffet style, plenty of choice and good quality fare.
Lounged around the pool in the morning, nice touch the accommodation provide towels for beds. Late morning headed to Mylos for lunch, a fabulous location, unfortunately didn’t see any planes as landing and take of from beach end due to wind direction.excellent fodder, shared a Greek salad plus stuffed vine leaves and a super garlic bread which was almost like a pasty stuffed with feta and garlic.. back to apartment and had a nice afternoon around pool chatting to other guests and hotel staff, it’s only a small place but adults only and quite friendly.
Just about to get ready for this evening adventure, no plans apart from heading to old port area.
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Post by dennisn on May 30, 2024 15:31:20 GMT
Brilliant Dave, thank you. If that’s your judgement of not much to report, I can only wait with huge anticipation of a much report. 👍👍👍
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Post by cariad23 on May 31, 2024 2:50:42 GMT
Wide awake at 3-48 reading post. So glad hotel finished in time photos look amazing such a good location for town. Looking forward to next instalment
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Post by kevb on May 31, 2024 8:47:06 GMT
Great reportage Dave, sounds very encouraging re Aspronissos. Looking forward to visiting later. Jet2 have reminded me that my next payment installment will be the last one so it feels like its edging closer.
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Post by balddave on May 31, 2024 14:27:17 GMT
Update later, but can confirm new Lidl supermarket being built on tennis club site next year, owners of Aspronissos not at all happy.
Coincidentally owners also own Orio hotel up in the mountains
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