Kimkim Trip Reviews for Greece

What a cool place! So interesting as a place to stay, and very friendly hosts. My favorite place to stay on the whole trip.

Fun to have a day in nature with some educational opportunities, but mostly just a really fun hike. I really enjoyed the rock scrambling and being out in nature away from lots of people.

Great location, good rooms, nice breakfast. It was nice to be able to walk out the door and be in the heart of Athens. We were able to walk to many of our activities here.

The staff was great. The breakfasts were lovely. We ate out on a terrace with a nice view. Each room was very different. Ours was huge with a view of the sea and a small private terrace.

This hotel seems like it's a destination all in itself. They have a fantastic breakfast buffet with lots of locally harvested items. There are two swimming pools, walking trails, horses, bee keeping, grapes (wine), olive and fig trees on the property. There are multiple activities each day. For us, since we were going to other locations for tours, we didn't take advantage of all the options at the hotel.

The only reason to stay at this hotel is because it's a short walk across one street to get inside the airport. We had a very early morning flight so this was convenient. They did make us box breakfasts since we were leaving our rooms at 4:00am, which was nice. They had a pool and a spa but there is nothing around the hotel to do. It's between a highway and the airport building.

The location of this hotel was great. It was easy to walk to various things, and there was a nice view. The breakfast buffet was nice. But our room had a tiny bathroom and the second set of stairs to the room were steep with a low handrail. It had maybe just a little too much "character" for us.

Our guide was very knowledgeable and answered all our questions. He gave us an interesting tour which we really enjoyed. We saw the main highlights of Athens this day, walking the whole way. We ended up at "the best Gyro place" in Athens which really was very good.

This class was really well done. Everything tasted great. The recipes were things that we think we will actually make when we are home -- not too complex and no strange ingredients. We really enjoyed the chef. We also got some great restaurant recommendations from him. We ate at one of them the next night and had a great meal.

Our driver was knowledgeable and interesting, but there was a lot of driving. I thought we might have stopped at several of the villages to look around, but we only stopped at the furthest one and then retraced our path back to Kalamata. The region was interesting with a rich history and the views were pretty, but it was a lot of driving.

I took the funicular to the top, while a couple of our folks walked up. It turns out there are no views from the car because it's underground. I ended up walking down with the others in our group and it wasn't that far. The views from the top were nice, but there wasn't much to do other than eat at the restaurants which we didn't do because we had other meals planned. The walk to and from our hotel to the base of the hill was a workout in itself. The only minor complaint was that on the original itinerary this was listed as a morning activity, but we had an e-bike tour at 10:00 am so there wasn't time to do it after breakfast and before the tour. Some of us skipped this, and some of us did this in the afternoon between other activities.

The tour of the old city was very interesting, and the restaurant for lunch was great. Apparently the big hall had been closed for years going restoration and was open now. It was well done with a large display of fantastic costumes from the period. The room itself was huge and impressive. The other buildings were interesting to see. We started at the top and walked down amongst the ruins. The restaurant afterwards was great. We got to eat outside in a glass room with nice views that stayed warm - completely outside would have been a bit cool. We had a really nice meal there. The only scheduling issue was that Sparta was quite a drive from Monemvasia. We spent quite a while in the van. But I wouldn't have wanted to miss this tour.

The weather (and a local event) precluded us going to the beach but we did an alternative e-bike tour that was great. We biked around Messene. on small roads among olive trees, ate fresh figs, visited an old monastery that was lovely (Andromonástēro), and saw the ruins of an ancient sports complex that a guy made his life's work to excavate. Our guide was knowledgeable and brought a picnic to end our bike tour with.

We walked through vineyards and olive orchards. Our guide was a 4th generation local and she was great. We really enjoyed hearing about the history of the region and about the ages and different varieties of olive trees. The wine tasting was nice and the meal afterwards was delicious.

We ended up going to a different location but it was more interesting than what was scheduled. We had an interesting discussion about politics and history with our guide, which we really enjoyed. The e-bikes were very nice and worked well. We did go to the castle but I feel like we missed some of the more interesting parts of it. Our tour of the place was done by another guide and it seemed pretty cursory.

This was less interesting than some of our other activities. We walked along the coast to an old church where we had a small picnic. We had the same guide as the day before but this day he spent a lot of time on the phone and seemed less interactive with us.

We missed having a guide while touring this town. It turns out that our hotel could have given us a guided tour if we had known to arrange it in advance. The town was interesting, and we hiked to the church at the top of the hill, but we really didn't know the significance of what we were looking at. It started to rain so we ended up getting a quick bite in a cafe and then taking a taxi back to the hotel.

We enjoyed this tour but because of the schedule we were pretty tired when we started. This was our fault - we should have talked to the guide right away about what we needed. As it was, we walked around Kalamata more than we probably should have. The spice shop was interesting, and our olive oil tasting was really good - i found it very interesting. But the coffee shop was lost on us because most of our group doesn't drink coffee, and the rest didn't want strong coffee at the end of the day. When it was time everyone was too tired to go eat the meal that was scheduled. We felt bad about that - we should have talked to the guide about moving things up. The guide did help us get taxis back to our hotel at the end of the tour.

I really enjoyed this tour. We walked through a residential neighborhood of Athens. Our guide told us about the history of that region, and then we ate at a local restaurant. The food was great, and it was nice to be outside of the touristy parts of town.

A nice hotel centrally located in the old part of Athens near the acropolis, shops, and many restaurants. The breakfast buffet was good. The rooms were clean and comfortable.

This hotel is located in an old building outside Kalamata. The staff was great, and they had a great breakfast. The rooms were very large, but being old they lacked somewhat in warmth. The one downside of this hotel is that it is located a ways from Kalamata. There are two tavernas that you can walk to for dinner, but other than that you need a car or need to call a taxi.

This is a big modern hotel, which is not really my style. The food is kind of expensive compared with what we had gotten used to. If you have any early morning flight the location is great. Otherwise why would you stay here.

A large resort hotel. It was off season, so there were not many guests. It has a huge breakfast buffet with lots of choices.

This hotel was conveniently located in old town Nafplio. It had a nice breakfast buffet. Other than that the rooms were small, and I didn’t think it had much charm.

This was maybe my favorite activity. Our guide was great, and we learned a lot about Greek history.

This tour was mostly riding in the van for a long time. The guide was interesting and informative, but I was expecting more time to actually explore some of the villages. We did have a little time to explore Areopolis on our own. This was probably my least favorite activity.

This was a great experience.

Monemvasia was very interesting. We felt that it would have been nice to have a guide to learn more of its history and provide transport. We called the resort to call a taxi for us to get back.

A very interesting site. We had a great lunch after.

I didn’t do this activity. After a long morning I decided to rest.

We learned a lot about different kinds of olives and grapes. We had a nice wine tasting, and then a great meal.

This was just a long walk along an empty beach.

The olive oil tasting was good, but by the time it was over we decided to skip the meal because it was getting so late.

An interesting tour of the city. We had seen some of the sites the day before, but there were new sites as well.

We didn’t actually go to the beach or the waterfall, but the alternative things we saw were great.

This didn’t include any famous historical sites, but we met some interesting local people, and ended with a nice dinner.

The gorge was very impressive. It was harder than I expected.with some scrambling over large rocks.

Great hotel, great location. Really good breakfast. We traveled in a friend group and this was good hotel choice because double rooms had separate beds.

Nice, big hotel. Great roofdeck and restaurant. Great breakfast. On a busy street but right on edge of Old Athens and the Acropolis so location is terrific.

Was not "small group" -- it was 20. Was fine but be careful on how you promote it.

Ultra modern hotel in the Psyrri neighborhood, five minutes from Monastiraki Square and the Ancient Agora, but not in an area overrun by tourists. The neighborhood is "up-and coming", with some popular restaurants, and near the interesting Central Market. Some streets near the hotel were a little bit more grungy, but we never felt unsafe. The staff was extremely kind and the included breakfast delicious!

This hotel is located above Old Town but a short 5-10 minute walk gets you into the heart of Mykonos Town. The views from the hotel restaurant and pool are incredible as are the sunset views! The restaurant is pricey but delicious. Staff was so friendly and helpful.

Situated on the main road coming into the beach town of Agios Procopios, it is a charming hotel with rooms arranged like little villas, each with their own private balcony. Our room did have a view of the beach which was a 10 minute walk away. It was in easy walking distance into the little beach town with the numerous restaurants and tiny shops and the beachfront with abundant beach chairs. Since we were there during shoulder season, our beach chair rental was front row and paid for with one set of drinks from the adjacent bar. What a bargain! Incredible views of the sunset from the beach!

The views from our room's balcony was just jaw-droppingly beautiful. The room/suite had a circular bed with canopy, a large living room with indoor jacuzzi, an outdoor terrace with lounge chairs and an outdoor hot tub. You should expect to have to walk up/down a LOT of steps, so this would not be an ideal place for someone with mobility issues. The hotel is located right on the infamous Fira to Oia caldera trail but also near a number of charming in-town and caldera-view restaurants and a few shops in Imerovigli. Be aware that getting anywhere else (Oia, Fira, southern beaches, Akrotiri, or wineries) requires an expensive taxi ride unless you are willing to hike the caldera trail or walk down to the main road to catch a local bus. We loved the quieter location compared to the more touristy Oia or Fira locations.

Centrally located in Heraklion, sophisticated and modern vibe, with a lovely, abundant buffet breakfast.

What an interesting, historic, old hotel! It is so deep in the historic area that there is no street that runs near it. Our transport had to drop us off down at the harbor and we walked about 5-6 blocks through charming, cobblestone streets to find the hotel tucked into the heart of the historic Venetian section of Chania. It is a very old hotel with furnishings that match the architecture. Our hotel room was three flights up (no elevator) and the room itself was two stories! 10/10 for character for sure!

Situated within walking distance of the waterfront, this hotel is a converted apartment complex with a beautiful, modern aesthetic. Our room was a nice size with a beautiful balcony and comfortable bedding. Since we had to leave so early in the morning for our flight home, we did not have a chance to try their breakfast, but they provided us with a boxed breakfast which was delicious.

The Acropolis Museum was absolutely amazing! Highly recommend using the audio tour as you go through the museum. We went through the museum before visiting the Acropolis which was helped us understand better what we were seeing when we toured the Acropolis. Do not forget to tour the ruins underneath the museum!

A lifelong dream to see the Acropolis in person! Our tour guide was personable and knowledgable. The day started off rainy but ended up beautifully sunny, so be prepared by wearing comfortable footwear (no sandals) and raingear if rains is forecasted. Be prepared for A LOT of tourists, especially if the tour is in the late morning.

Privately guided 6 mile walk in rural Mykonos that took us to a farm with animals, past hillsides with wild goats, to a bay where we swam in the Aegean and took underwater photos, and then hiked backed along a donkey trail to the farm. Our guide, Demitra, of Yummy Pedals was so personable, fun and informative.

Lovely cruise out to Delos and Rhenia along with a delicious fresh lunch and a swim in the sea. I would have liked just a little bit more time on Delos (1hour).

While Mykonos Old Town is fascinating, it is filled with tourists. This activity was a nice opportunity to get out of the crowds and walk along quiet, rural goat paths and swim in an isolated bay in northern Mykonos. Our guide, Demetra, was personable, fun and funny telling us stories about the area and what life is like for the rural Greek family.

After days of racing around, we took a day to just sit on the gorgeous beach in Agios Procopios. Since it was shoulder season, it was not difficult to snag front row lounge chairs for the price of a couple of lemonades. The view was incredible and we stayed until the sunset.

Due to unseasonably cold and windy weather the day we were scheduled to do this activity, we cancelled and spent the day exploring Oia and Fira instead. October may not be the ideal time to do an 8-hour cruise until 9 pm unless you know that the weather is warm!

Exploring Chania is an amazing experience. Wandering through the cobblestone streets, stopping for a drink along the harborfront, and visiting some of the historical sites was a feast for the eyes, ears, and taste buds! Calling this activity Self-Guided Museums of Chania is a bit misleading since there was very little guidance about what to visit in Chania. A bit more information and/or a suggested walking tour with map would have made this a bit more instructive.

The owner of Chania Adventures picked us and another couple up for a trip up into the White Mountains where we visited an olive farm and did a wine tasting at a winery overlooking hillsides filled with olive trees. As we drove, our guide entertained us with multiple stories about himself and life in Crete. Along the way we learned about beekeeping and saw numerous hillside beehives, paused for goats crossing the road, and ended up high in the mountains near the trailhead for Samaria Gorge where we enjoyed a substantial, delicious lunch in the traditional Greek taverna style.

10/10 experience to tour this ancient ruin from the Minoan era. Our guide was incredibly knowledgable and led us on a pace that enabled us to fully appreciate the activity. I did not know that much about the Minoan civilization, but I was fascinated by the culture revealed.

This was a private tour with a very personable guide who picked us up and drove us to three very different wineries to learn more about how grapes are grown in Greece and how wine is made. The first winery, in Megalochuri, exhibited a smaller, family-run, intimate winery with a tasting of five wines. The second winery was a much larger and more modern operation where we tasted three wines along with a few other tourists. The last winery was tucked away in the hillside with a romantic, garden vibe where we gobbled up delicious dips, cheeses and more incredible wine!

We had a fascinating visit to the Central Market in Athens with its meat and fish market and the nearby spice, honey, olive, and deli shops. We also wandered through a lot of Athen's Plaka with its winding cobblestone streets, tourist shops, restaurants all with a view of the Acropolis above.

Our guide was superb taking us on a three hour walk through interesting neighborhoods to have us stop to taste some of the more unique food and drink of Athens. Cheeses, olives, wines, meats, honey, bougatsa, gyros, loukoumades, gelato, and a final stop to sip raki, ouzo, and mastiha. Oof! Our guide patiently gave us a lesson on the Greek alphabet which we promptly forgot after drinking the wine and ouzo!

We followed the Rick Steve's recommended walking tour for Old Town and learned so much about this unique town. Getting lost and wandering aimlessly was also a wonderful part of the experience! With the white buildings and blue accents, you truly explore this picture postcard town that is filled with sights, sounds, and smells never to forget!

Due to the timing of when our ferry arrived in Naxos, and the distance our hotel was from the Old Town Naxos, we never had a chance to truly explore Old Town.

Photographs do not do justice to the absolute beauty of Santorini. To truly take it in, we felt that we needed to walk the village streets, the caldera trail, and ride the buses. The clifftop towns and villages with their white buildings clinging to the hillside, the blue church domes, the views of the caldera were a photographer's dream.

The center of Heraklion is busy with tourists, vendors, street performers, and native Greek folk going about their lives. The history of Heraklion with its multiple historical/cultural influences is on display in the architecture and foods. Learning about the Minoan civilization was priceless and seeing the remnants of the presence of the Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, and the Ottomans was interesting. We spent a couple of hours exploring the Rocca a Mare Fortress or Koules which is a large harborfront fortress built by the Venetians in the 13th century.

Beautiful dinner on our last night in Greece overlooking the ocean as the sun set. A nice way to say our thanks and goodbyes to Greece for 19 wonderful days.

We met our guide, Goldy, a young Greek artist living in Chania for a three hour evening walk around the old part of Chania. Goldy brought the rich history of Chania alive as we walked and talked. She took us to an amazing spot to watch the sunset over Chania harbor and we ended up munching on delicious gyros at a family-run restaurant.

KimKim assisted us in our hotel selections for a number of the island's we were on in Greece. Our favorite was the Astro Palace in Santorini is all you can expect out of a luxury hotel. Situated right in the heart of Fira everything on the island was at our fingertips. Must point out their breakfast buffet is top-notch as well!

The Ippokompos Beachfront is a classic seaside bungalow just a short walk to the center of everything Naxos.

The Harmony is minutes from all Mykonos has to offer. Right on the port you find amazing restaurants and windmills. Would stay again when back in Mykonos.

This hotel was absolutely amazing. Beautiful doesn’t do it justice. The people were so helpful and went a step above to make sure every need was met and more. My whole family wished we had had more time to spend there.

This was a great way to understand modern day Athens. It was fun, different and interesting. And the food was delicious. It was at our own pace which was great- plenty of time to ask questions and take pictures.

The beaches of Milos are beautiful! Though the weather wasn’t ideal, we had a great time and still got to see and do a lot. To get up so close to the caves was exciting for all of us.

Despite the weather not being very good, we had a great time. Our guide was wonderful. He gave us options to keep going, or he could have arranged for transportation to take us where we would have ultimately hike to, but we all chose to continue to hike. We all had a wonderful experience.

Everyone who was involved with this experience or so wonderful. Our Driver, who took us there, gave us so much history on the way there. She was extremely personable and make sure we are on time there and for our next experience, and make sure we knew exactly where we were going. During our experience at the farm and making the lunch, the women were so delightful. You could tell they loved what they did and where they lived, and their enthusiasm was catching. Unfortunately, for us, we had just had a large breakfast and our experience within the morning, so we were not as hungry as we might have been when it was time for us to eat. But it was fun learning how to make some of the typical Greek food, and even more fun getting to taste it all.

It was such an interesting tour, as we had always heard of the acropolis, but had really no idea of what it was or why it came to be. It was fun to learn the history. Though it was obviously a lot of walking and up a very steep hill, it was done in such a way that it was very tolerable. We were glad that we were not doing it in the heat of the summer!

My kids had an absolute blast on this tour. They felt like the E bikes were more like motorcycles, and they enjoyed the ride. Our Guide was wonderful about explaining that there had been a bad storm the day before, so the ride was going to be a little bit different. He had offered to change days for the E bike tour, but due to our schedule, we were unable to change. However, he adapted the dinner reservation, so we were all able to attend, even though we did not choose to ride the bike bikes secondary to the weather. He was also flexible when my husband chose to not complete the ride after dinner! He provided great communication with myself, when I chose not to ride at the last minute, so I was able to meet up with the rest of the family. It was a great experience for all of us.

It was a beautiful drive and fun to try all the different restaurants. We were a little disappointed in the winery at the end. We felt like we were a little bit rushed, and the explanations of the wine was very brief. But it had also been a long day and we were tired. And we have been catered to so much on the rest of the trip, that maybe our expectations were a little too high for the winery.

First, this is a nice hotel, nothing is really "wrong" with it, but it is literally at the top of a hill, and only accessible by stairs that are fairly steep. If you're walking back from town you're going to be really winded by the time you get back to your room. As with most European hotels, the rooms are very small, and you cannot take a shower without soaking the entire bathroom.

The rooms are very clean and generously sized, but the absolute best part of this hotel is that they deliver breakfast to your room in the morning, which you can eat outside while looking at the ocean.

Something to be aware of is that this hotel is kind of spread out. So you might check in at the front desk, and then walk down the street and around the corner to the building where your room is actually located. That said, the rooms themselves are really lovely. On the the smaller side, which is to be expected, but they are very well decorated and clean. The highlight for me is that this hotel had a shower with actual doors that close all the way (if you've traveled in Europe at all, you know what I'm talking about!). I did not go to breakfast, but others in a group did and noted that it was just ok.

Rooftop bar with view of the Acropolis, amazing

A lot of stairs down to our room, but well worth it! Amazing breakfast delivered to our room.

Nice community outdoor seating area, great rooms, wonderful breakfast buffet. The two reception ladies were exceptional, always helping with whatever we needed.

Beautiful hotel with wonderful outer bar and restaurant. Excellent breakfast buffet, friendly staff. The private hot tub was very nice after our hiking and kayaking trips. The spa hot tub was nice also with our group of friends.

Simple, clean, quaint hotel. Wonderful location right in the middle of the sites. The sweet ladies working here made all the difference! So kind and helpful and welcoming! Bed was also soooo comfortable and the breakfast was delicious!

Beautiful! Our weather wasn’t great and it was still beautiful. They had a main jacuzzi and our room had a jacuzzi and neither were kept warm. This was rhe only negative to our stay. We even asked but no one followed up. We were told it would be about 90 during our tour, but it was always cold. For October we would have loved to sit outside in the hot water, but they never heated them. I did love leaving all our windows open. Very private with a wonderful view. The hotel was clean and the staff was kind and helpful.

Breath taking. Beautiful. The staff went more above and beyond than any place I have ever been. I felt like royalty here and the staff worked so hard, I almost wanted to jump in and help them! Truly a wonderful place!

We had a cold day but George and Yanis were wonderful!

Nice hotel, great balcony view, helpful staff, delicious breakfast, Location is perfect for walking to Kalambaka or Kastraki. The privacy lock on the door did not work, and showers are on the small side, soap the walls and spin!

Wonderful views, very helpful staff, breakfast served in the room. The rooms are spacious and well appointed. Hotel balcony is great for lounging, views, soaking in the pool, and dining. Location convenient for walking to the beach and local restaurants/sites.

Very nice staff, comfortable room, nice view. Breakfast was delicious and evening bar options were amazing. Dinner is also available onsite.

Easy experience to do on our own. The Venetian castle was a short walk from our hotel.

Very nice walking tour with Katrina. It felt like we were spending the day with a friend who lived in Greece. She shared stories about the area and the history. Took us to a quaint coffee house for Greek Coffee. We also went to lunch and explored a wide range of Greek Cuisine. This is perfect for anyone who wants to get away from the crowded tourists sites and enjoy the local culture!

Our driver picked us up and we met our tour guide at the Mushroom Museum. Then we followed the guide to the truffle hunting area. We met the handler for Lara the Italian Water dog/truffle hunting dog, and the chef, Alexandria. Lara demonstrated her amazing skill at finding truffles. Alexandria had prepared three different types of mushrooms for appetizers. Alexandria cooked mushrooms and pasta over an open flame. We enjoyed a delicious lunch and wine on a beautiful sunny day. We also enjoyed some time at the Mushroom Museum and Natural History Museum.

Great day relaxing on the beach and walking the town.

Great adventure, food, coffee, and wonderful sites. Love the Olive Oil Mill tour. Our driver Yainis, was entertaining, informative, and a talented singer. The lunch views are beautiful.

Wonderful day climbing with Costas! It was great to try something new with someone so experienced and safety conscious! We loved this activity!

Great tour guide! Very informative! Wear good walking shoes and be prepared for uneven paths/stairs. It was a bit windy then day we toured Acropolis/Parthenon.

Small van tour. It was very nice being picked up and dropped off at our hotels. Very busy tourist site. Informative information about the area and history. Amazing views and sunset!

Our guide was outstanding! He was extremely friendly and knowledgeable. We loved visiting the old olive oil mill for a tour and tasting. Also had a great lunch and saw beautiful, small villages.

Dimitri was outstanding! He was so energetic and entertaining! The tour of Lefkes was so enjoyable. Dimitri also did a great job adapting when it rained heavily for a few hours during our tour. He took us to our now favorite restaurant in all of Greece for an amazing lunch!

Mario was wonderful! Extremely knowledgeable and accommodating. We really enjoyed visiting the small, less crowded parts of Santorini. The Akrotiri visit was also extremely interesting and enjoyable.

Unbelievable views, fabulous crew, great food! Really enjoyed swimming in the caldera and an amazing sunset!

Really enjoyable. Beautiful views and historic sight seeing.

Fun tour of a nice family vineyard. One of my wife’s favorite activities on our trip.

Hotel was average. Everyone was VERY nice and accommodating.

Walkable to town. Nice outdoor area. Wish we would have had our own balcony.

Depending on your room; it could be a hike! The staff were very nice. The room was clean and comfortable with a nice outdoor area.

The guide was good but not as thorough as some. The tour lacked luster in some areas. The winery was phenomenal But, all in all a good excursion and I would do it again.

Great experience and a must-do! Met great people and the food and wine were fabulous! We didn’t get to see much of the sunset because of clouds - but, seeing Santorini from the ocean was phenomenal.

This is a must do. I would have preferred to do at the beginning of the trip.

This tour was around 10 hours so be prepared. Our driver was wonderful. He explained the culture and history so well! I’m so glad we went

Such a great excursion to learn about the island of Mykonos. You do not want to drive in Mykonos and this tour will take you everywhere you need to go!

I can’t say enough good things about this cooking class! I learned so much! My husband even enjoyed it! We made spinach pie, stuffed tomatoes, tzatziki and had lots of wine!

We had a delightful driver for this day long trip. He was very knowledgeable, as was our guide at the temple of Apollo and museum. Highly recommend!

Our guide, Athena, was very knowledgeable. She had a good pace for our tour and managed to find shady spots for her discussions! She was delightful and we learned so much. Highly recommend her services.

Our guide, Christina, was very knowledgeable. She had took us all around southern part of Sifnos. The village of Kastro is not to be missed! The pottery studio tour was a nice stop too. She was delightful and we learned so much. Highly recommend her services.

Our guide, Fotis, was very knowledgeable and shared many interesting stories of growing up in Greece. The tour was small & well paced. We were able to try so many different Greek specialties that none of us needed dinner later! He was a delightful guide with an easy manner, we learned so much. Highly recommend his services.

Pro: easy walking distance to town. Friendly staff, spacious room. Cons: Located near elementary school, so you can hear the children playing in the play ground. Drop off and pick up is on top of the hill from the hotel, approximately 50 yards

Pros: AMAZING view Cons: air conditioner does not work well. no ventilation in the bathroom Note: stairs to climb from room to main street, so if you are out of shape this may not be the hotel for you

Pros: located in the heart of old town. easy access to restaurants, shops Cons: certain transport vans are not able to enter narrow street to pick you up in front of the hotel. No busboy which means you need to carry your own luggage.

GORGEOUS! Purchased by Venetian captain as his house, now transformed into a beautiful hotel. Passed on generation to generation. Hotel is run by 3rd generation granddaughter. In the heart of town. We loved it.

Private tour into the mountains of Crete. Lush, green, sheep and goat along the way. Grapes straight off the vine (soooo sweet). This island is very different from Santorini or Mykonos we've also visited.

I liked that our tour guide took us into a town where the locals live. He knew where all the good spots for photo were.

THIS was an awesome experience. We yachted around the island of Santorini. The best part?! The lunch. I was expecting a little bite, but NO! It was a spread. Salad, pasta, kabob, wine, dip, etc.