Taking the train from Thessaloniki to Volos

The Question:

we arrive at thessaloniki airport at 01.45am and want to catch a train to volos what times do they run and what are the prices......
thanks janet

The Answer:

Hello there!
The train departures depend on your arrival date. But the last train to Volos is 01.51 and the next one departs at 07.24 in the morning. It is better though to call and confirm the times of departure because it is quite common for the train company to change scheduled itineraries. The phone number (since the information on the trains' website is not that reliable) is 0030 2310 517517.

-Stavros

From Skiathos to Platanias

The Question:

hi stavros!
Can you please tell me if there will be a ferry, flying dolphin or boat departing from Skiathos town to Platanias at the end of May 2009 and if so have you any idea of the timetable or what was the timetable for this year?
Many thanks,
Roger

The Answer:

Unfortunately, it is too soon for the greek ferry companies to have decided and announced their schedule for 2009. But you can call them at 0030 24210 39786, which is the central offices of the flying dolphins, and ask them for more information regarding this itinerary.
Thanks for your time!

-Stavros

Stavros in Thessaloniki Attractions

The Question:

We are going to Stavros which is east of Thessaloniki in September. Can anyone give any information on tavernas and the town of Stavros as we don't know what to expect.
Thanks

The Answer:

Hello!
The small town of Stavros is a beautiful tourist resort completely equipped with all modern facilities. It has grown quite popular to visitors from all over the world and has plenty to offer in terms of summer holidays.
All of the beaches in the area are marked with the blue flag, which means that they are officialy recognised by the state, as being beaches with clear water and properly equipped with sunbeds, ombrellas and showers. Besides that, the majority of beaches in the area offer sea sport facilities. One of the most attractive sites in the area is the 60 hectars plane forest by the beach where you can pic-nic, walk around etc. The town is also filled with plenty of beach bars under palm trees, tavernas and restaurants with different types of cuisine but the majority of them have specialty in fish and seafood. Since I haven't visited it myself, I can not recommed any specific ones but asking the locals as soon as you arrive, would be a fine idea!
Hope this has enlightened you!

-Stavros

How far is Karpenisi in Greece from Bulgaria?

The Question:

How far is Bulgaria from Karpenisi,Greece?

The Answer:

Hello!
Karpenisi in Greece is approximately 685km from Sofia in Bulgaria away. By car this should take you almost 8 hours!
Thanks for asking!

-Stavros

How to reach Skopelos from Thessaloniki

The Question:

I\'m landing at Thessaloniki airport on 31 AUGUST and wish to go to Skopelos via volos.What are my options?

The Answer:

Hello!
In order to reach Skopelos you need to take either the bus or the train to Volos and from there the ferry to the island. By train it is approximately 2 hours and 40 minutes, whereas by bus it is almost 2.5 hours. Both means of transport are quite easy to reach from the airport of Thessaloniki, since there are regional buses connecting the airport with city center. In case you wish to rent a car, the route is 213km and in almost 2 hours you will have reached Volos.

-Stavros

From Thessaloniki to Alonissos by train or bus

The Question:

I need to know what is the best way to Alonissos from Thessaloniki. In particular I\'ll arrive on 3rd August (sunday) at Thessaloniki airport and I dont\' know where is and how far is the bus station to Volos. May be it is better to take train to Volos, what do you think about? Could you give me telephone number to ask for timetable (bus and train) and prices?
Thank you very much for helping me!
Paola from Italy

The Answer:

Hello!
So I hope I can help you...As soon as you arrive at the airport of Thessaloniki, you can take the regional bus number 78 which will take you straight to the suburban bus station KTEL of Thessaloniki. From the KTEL station of Thessaloniki, buses depart every 2 hours to Volos and the route is approximately 2.5 hours. In case you want to learn more, the phone number is 0030 2310 500111. Otherwise, you can take the train from Thessaloniki (OSE is the name of the train company) and in 2h and 40 minutes you will have reached Volos. The train station is in the city center of Thessaloniki and the phone number is 0030 2310 517517.

Greetings from Greece,
-Stavros

Igoumenitsa to Zagoria by car

The Question:

Hello!
I am thinking of hiring a car in Igoumentisa and driving to Zagoria. How long would you expect that to take?
Many thanks!

The Answer:

Hello!
The distance from Igoumenitsa to the Kentriko Zagori (main and biggest village from Zagorochoria) is approximatelt 96km. It should take you 1 hour and 20 minutes to reach the village. Keep in mind that 64km of the route are on a motorway and the rest on regional roads which can be quite tricky at times! But the scenery will definetely compensate you!

-Stavros

Asprovalta Stavros Sites

The Question:

Hello, I would like to know more about place Stavros (near Asprovalta) since I\'m planning to go there in a few days.What are the places that I would supposed to visit there? And by that I mean on historical places! :)))
Thank You!!!

The Answer:

Hello to you too!
So Asprovalta mainly offers beautiful beaches but if you have a car then it is an excellent opportunity to explore some of the interesting historical sites of the area. There is a Tower from the Byzantine times in the nearby village of Vrasna that is preserved in an excellent condition. Moreover, you can also visit there the monastery of Saint George which was initially built in 1297. An excellent excursion is the beautiful lake Volvi which is under the protection of the state due to the rare species of flora and fauna. Lastly, you should not omit to visit the arcaheological site of Amfipolis. Amfipolis was a very significant city since the Ancient Times. It is from there that Alexander the Great started his journey to conquer the East, and even during Roman times Marc Antony used it is a base for his attacks in the Aegean Sea. Nowadays, you can admire the ruins of the ancient city and also visit the Arcaheologiacal Museum which is situated in the city entrance.
Hope I have helped!

-Stavros

Mobile Phones in Greece

The Question:

Hi Stavros. My partner and I want to use our mobile phones in Greece. Do we need to buy sim cards in Greece and do they fit all mobile phones?

The Answer:

Hello there!
Since you do not give me any information regarding the model of your mobile phone, I can not be sure if it will be working in Greece. Moreover, if you have activated the roaming service on your mobile phone it should be working. Regarding the charges, your mobile provider will inform you respectively. If you do not wish to activate roaming, then the ideal solution would be to buy a greek SIM card, so that you can make calls from your mobile phone too.

-Stavros

From Agios Constantinos to Athens Bus Schedules

The Question:

Are there many buses going from A.G. Constantinos to Athens? how often do these run and how much does it usually cost? Can you pre-book these?

The Answer:

Hi!
There are frequent bus connections from Agios Constantinos to Athens. During the summer period there is a bus leaving almost every hour. Unfortunately, there is no pre-booking option for bus tickets, but you will be able to find tickets, there is always availability, so you do not need to worry! In case you want to know the exact bus itineraries you can call at 0030 210 8317186.

-Stavros

How to reach Ferry Embarkation Gates in Piraeus port

The Question:

Hallo to athens,
The ferry embarkation changes from E9 to E2. On the map it looks a little far for walking from the metro station.How far and how long do you think it takes to walk - or is there another way ?From landing at the airpot until the ferry leaves i have about two hours.
Thank for answering

The Answer:

Hello!
The gate is approximately a 20-30 minutes walk, but there is an internal port bus that will take you from E5, which is where the metro station is, and leave you at any gate you wish. As soon as you arrive at the port, enter it, and you will find the bus stops or someone at the port to ask for these internal buses.

-Stavros

From Igoumenitsa to Kifissia, Athens

The Question:

Hi!
We want to go from Bari, Italy to Igoumenitsa, Greece then on to Kifissia. Can you please tell me the cheapest/fastest way to do that?
thanks

The Answer:

Hello!
First of all, Kifissia is a suburb of Athens. As a result, you need to take a suburban bus (KTEL) from Igoumenitsa to Athens. As soon as you arrive at the Kifissos KTEL station in Athens, then there is a bus 051 that will take you to the city center and very close to the metro station of Omonoia. From the metro station of Omonoia, take the green line and take off at Kifissia station.
Hope this will be helpful to you!

-Stavros

Thessaloniki to Skopelos by GA ferries

The Question:

Hello,my fiance and i are travelling from Thessaloniki to Skopelos on G.A. Ferries on 8/22/08. It appears that the ferry goes to Skopelos before Skiathos, is that true? Which of the two ports in skopelos does the ferry stop at? i was hoping it stops at Glossa port because that is where our hotel will be, Akrotiri hotel. We were planning on getting deck seating, do you think we will be ok for 8 hours? Also, is there a phone number to contact G.A. Ferries?

The Answer:

Hello there!
The GA Ferry Ntaliana stops firstly at Skiathos and then moves on to Skopelos. Unless the weather conditions do not allow it, the port at Skopelos that the ferry will stop is Agnontas. 8 hours on deck is not that horrible but it depends on your needs and how willing you are to bear this. You can always book air type seats. In case you want to book your ferry tickets and get further assistance you can check this website www.fantasticgreece.com or call them. You can reach GA ferries at 0030 210 4582640.

-Stavros

Bus Tickets from Volos to Thessaloniki

The Question:

Hi Stavros
I need to book 4 bus tickets from Volos to Thessaloniki to complete the return leg of our family trip to the Sporades.
I can\'t read greek and was hoping you could give me their booking office telephone number or the details of a website with an english version where I can buy tickets online?
Thanks
James

The Answer:

Hello James!
Thank you for sending me your question!
Unfortunately, it is not possible to book bus tickets online and there is no similar website. You will be able to find tickets since there are quite frequent itineraries from Volos to Thessaloniki. You can call at the KTEL Volos station (suburban bus central station in Volos) and ask them regarding the scheduled bus itineraries and prices. The phone number is 0030 24210 33254.
Hope I have helped!

-Stavros

Bus fares from Athens to Karpenisi

The Question:

Hi Stavros
We want to go from athens to Karpenisi by bus.Can you give me some sort of idea how much the fares are. Also fares if i wish to take a taxi.

Thank You
George

The Answer:

Hello George!

The suburban bus that leaves from Athens to Karpenisi departs from the suburban bus station Liosion. Tickets cost 22.5 euros one-way and 40 euros if you book it with return. A taxi from Athens International Airport will take you approximately 350euros depending on the taxi company.

-Stavros

How to reach Igoumenitsa from Thessaloniki by car

The Question:

Hello,I\'ll be driving from Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa. (Actually, we start from Sofia in Bulgaria and our final destination is Corfu/Kerkyra).
1. Which way is best, north or south of mount Olympus?2. How much time should I calculate for the trip Saloniki-Igoumenitsa. (I\'m a careful driver.)
Thanks in advance,Tobi

The Answer:

Hello there!

The route from Thessaloniki to Igoumenitsa is approximately 452km.
To reach Igoumenitsa, follow the National Road to Larisa heading south (you will pass through the valley of Tempi and between the mountains Olympus and Kissavos). From Larisa, follow the road heading west to Ioannina and keep the course to the north until you reach Igoumenitsa.
Hope I have helped you!

-Stavros

Things to see in Chalkidiki

The Question:

Hi I am planing to go on seaside so i wonted to know something more about Stavros are there any tourist destinaisons or some bout rents or any other thing to do ?

The Answer:

Hi!

If you are referring to Stavros in Chalkidiki, then there are plenty of tourist attractions that you can visit there. Besides archaeological sites, there are also beautiful small villages on the first and the second peninsula of Chalkidiki. The third one is where the holy place of Agios Oros is located, which is a region that belongs to the monks og Agio Oros and only men can visit. Depending on the means of your travel, choices of attractions differ. Highlights of the area though, are Nea Potidiaia, Afytos and Kalandra.

-Stavros

From Athens to Skiathos

The Question:

I am finding it difficult to get a oneway flight from athens to skiathos in August, what would be the quickest, easiest(& cheapest)way to travel??Please help!!!Thank you!:)

The Answer:

Hello!
Unfortunately the only airline flying to Skiathos from Athens is Olympic Airways and the plane going to Skiathos has a capacity of 30 persons. As a result, flights are always fully booked months in advance, especially for August which is the busiest month of the summer. The only way to reach Skiathos is by reaching either by car or by bus the port of Agios Constantinos and then take the highspeed ferry to Skiathos. The ferry route is approximately 2 hours long. If this is possible for you, then renting a car would be the finest solution, otherwise the bus from the Liosion Suburban Bus Station in Athens will take you to Agios Constantinos in 2.5 hours.

-Stavros

From Athens to Milina Road Sights

The Question:

Yiasou Stavros,
How long does it take to drive from the Athens Airport to Milina in the Pelion area? Is there anything beautiful to see on the ride up?We are deciding on a late night flight from Athens to Skiathosor driving up.

Efxharisto!
Teri(Eleftheria)


The Answer:

Yiassou Teri!
The drive from Athens International Airport to Milina is approximately 3.5 hours. There a re plenty of small villages, cities as well as beaches to explore on your way up to Milina. I would suggest a visit to Pilion andthe surrouding area which is absolutely astonishing. If you do have time, then you could also visit Trikala and Meteora. Trikala is a very beautiful city west of Volos and Meteora is a complex of monasteries built on high and steep cliffs with an astonishing view. Volos is also worth visiting.

Parakalo! ("You're welcome!")

-Stavros

Hydrofoils from Thessaloniki to Skopelos

The Question:

hello stavros,
are there any hydrofoils running between Thessaloniki and Skopelos this summer?

The Answer:

Hello to you too!
There are no hydrofoils running from Thessaloniki to Skopelos. The only ferry is the one of the ferry company GA ferries, named Ntaliana, which is a conventional ferry and takes approximately 9 hours to reach the island of Skopelos. To check ferry schedules and book ferry tickets, also visit www.fantasticgreece.com!
Thank you for contacting me!

-Stavros

Taxi Cost from Piraeus port to Agios Constantinos port

The Question:

What is the cost of a taxi or mini-bus from Piraeus to A.G. Constantinos (Port) and how long is the trip?

The Answer:

Goodmorning from Greece!

The journey from Piraeus port to the port of Agios Constantinos will take you approximately 2,5 hours and the cost for a taxi is, depending on the taxi company, around 240 euros. Keep in mind that it is better to have booked a taxi waiting for you at the port in advance, than catching one there, because it is highly likely that you will not find one going to Agios Constantinos port or that you will be charged for more!

-Stavros

Ferry from Platanias to Skiathos

The Question:

Is there a ferry from Mikro, Platanias or Kastri to Skiathos and if yes do you know their schedules and prices?
Thanks

The Answer:

Hello there!
There is a ferry leaving from Platanias and going to Skiathos. The journey is almost 60 to 80 minutes. Ferry itineraries change depending the traffic so there is no final schedule. Tickets cost less than 10 euros per person.

-Stavros

Charging an Australian mobile phone in Greece

The Question:

How will i charge my Australian mobile phone in Greece? Will it fit in the power points. Or where could I buy an adaptor?

The Answer:

Hello!
It is true that your Australian mobile phone charger will not fit the greek power points, but you can buy an adapter as soon as you arrive at the Athens International Airport. There are shops which sell mobile devices in general located on the Departures floor of the airport, where you can buy the suitable adapter for you!

-Stavros

Volos to Skopelos Ferry Tickets

The Question:

i want to take a ferry from volos to skopelos. in augost. shoud i order tikets befor or at the same day? what are the prices?

The Answer:

Hello there!
August is the busiest month in Greece when the majority is travelling. I would suggest that you book your ferry tickets in advance because you may not be able to find tickets at the port especially if travelling with highspeed ferries. This site could be useful to you www.fantasticgreece.com if you want to check out itineraries and book your tickets!

-Stavros