nod
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Post by nod on Jan 10, 2015 11:34:09 GMT
now then,have been to a few Greek islands but always
been the first 2 weeks of July,,always enjoyed the hols
and never too busy,,
this year ,first time to Skiathos,staying in Troulos,
we are going the second 2 weeks in August,,
does anyone have a comparison on how much busier it
will be in August,,
many thanks
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Post by Woody (Admin) on Jan 10, 2015 16:04:06 GMT
Hi Nod,
I think you may find it quite a bit busier in August (although never been then myself). I do believe the island fills up with young Greeks from the mainland (or is it Italians? I can't remember). It is probably the islands busiest time. I have heard the buses will be a nightmare and taverna tables difficult to get unless you book.
Sorry to be the bringer of bad news. I may be incorrect as I have said, I have not been during those two weeks myself.
Woody
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nod
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Post by nod on Jan 10, 2015 19:16:08 GMT
Thanks,lol. thought as much tho,, don,t think it can be that bad , else other people wouldn,t go at that time would they?  not too bothered about buses, hopefully hire a scooter,,,, book at tavernas,,never ever had to do that,, we are early ish eaters(not like the 9oclock crowd,, oh well,too late now,,lol |
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Post by Woody (Admin) on Jan 10, 2015 19:41:12 GMT
I think you might find that a lot of regular visitors avoid August all together.
We too eat about 7pm, so tavernas are usually ok at that time.
Enjoy your visit.
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troll
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Jan 10, 2015 22:55:57 GMT
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Post by troll on Jan 10, 2015 22:55:57 GMT
No, it's not that bad.
Never been in July (far too many Scandinavians at that time, lol).
Been last 2 weeks in Aug. some years. Would call it "lively", not crowded.
Busses, discos and Italian restaurants crowded. But if you can cope without these, no problem.
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Post by skiathossue on Jan 11, 2015 9:21:11 GMT
We have been a coule of times at the end of August and we found it, like troll says, lively rather than crowded. It all depends on which tavernas you want to eat in, we have only ever booked at two tavernas in town to ensure we had a table and like has been mentioned it does depend on what time you want to dine. Just to help the two tavernas we visited and booked were the Paranaxos and a taverna up Evangelistra whose name escapes me at the moment. We have never used the buses so cannot comment apart from saying that when we have driven past bus stops during certain times of the day/night there were a lot of people waiting. Don't worry I have no doubt you will enjoy your stay on the island. I will find the name of the taverna in Evangelistra, it is worth a visit.
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Post by skiathossue on Jan 11, 2015 9:25:07 GMT
My ageing brain has just kicked in , I have remembered the name. It is the Marmita.
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Post by kathos on Jan 12, 2015 19:36:18 GMT
Usually the young mainlanders and Italians start to leave the island from around the 20th August, there or thereabouts, expect it to be very busy before then.
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Post by ekskiathite on Jan 13, 2015 15:32:00 GMT
Hi Nod having been both in July and August I would say that I found August busier. I suppose it is the European holiday month so to be expected but you can always find quieter spots on the island, which is just as beautiful as ever
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Post by ekskiathite on Jan 13, 2015 15:36:42 GMT
Agree about the buses but that always seems to be the case no matter when you go. Maybe slightly shorter queues than at other times. There are so many places to eat both in town and outside that I expect you will be OK. We certainly did not have any problems in August
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nod
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Post by nod on Jan 14, 2015 18:52:48 GMT
many thanks for replies,,
more people watching then,,,
dont want to start another thread but,,
looking at boat trips ,,
dont want to be packed in like sardines,,,
have seen eleni" boat trips,,
any feedback off these,,
thanks again
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Post by DJ's on Jan 24, 2015 20:05:31 GMT
Hi Nod .. all the boat trips fom the harbour offer great days out , it just depends on what takes your fancy on the day , the sailing experiences are fantastic as are the eleni trips (both day&night) but for completely different reasons , so it's worth just going with the flow when your on the harbours , I'm sure you won't be disappointed ... enjoy the Island .. DJs
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Post by ekskiathite on Jan 27, 2015 10:10:20 GMT
what trips can be taken at night?
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Post by dennisn on Jan 28, 2015 7:18:41 GMT
Go to the pictures and watch Mama Mia.  It doesn't start until after dark. |
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Post by ekskiathite on Jan 28, 2015 14:41:10 GMT
Good idea! Open air cinema, bar, great fun. Have managed eventually to persuade my daughter to come along for Mama Mia this year as it is just fun. Just don't leave getting your tickets until too near opening time as it sells out quickly. There will be other films on at other times too but a nice way to spend an evening.
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It doesn't start until after dark. 