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I’ve always hoped to retire to Greece. Not sure if or how that could work now since brexit.
 
I’ve always hoped to retire to Greece. Not sure if or how that could work now since brexit.
What has Brexit got to do with your retirement. Excuses. Just do it!!
 
What has Brexit got to do with your retirement. Excuses. Just do it!!
Brexit has made me a third country national and I don’t currently meet the criteria to move there full time. If you’ve got a pile of money to give me or can find me some Greek relatives I’ll be on the first flight the day after I retire.
 
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So your not Greek
 
Brexit has made me a third country national and I don’t currently meet the criteria to move there full time. If you’ve got a pile of money to give me or can find me some Greek relatives I’ll be on the first flight the day after I retire.
Laura ignore this person who is sarcastic and disrespectful,I am originally from UK and moved to Greece back in 1994.... Things were very different then,I had reciprocal DHSS and IKA benefits...
Here is the most appropriate way for you to be guided correctly for transition....
Loads of information....
Opinion:Go to visit different parts of Greece to see where you like and meet up with some people.... Different parts have their own clichés...and feel. Bigger islands like Corfu,Crete and Rhodes have more expatriates,I lived and worked in Tourism in Mykonos for many years... Good luck, for sure Greece will welcome you.... just enjoy this magnificent country and Greek food, wine music, culture, hospitality and loads of fun!..... not to mention terrific weather !... Good day from Thailand...
I have friends living in Syros,a very beautiful island who have Airbnb apartment below their villa with magnificent views of Tinos and Mykonos where we lived apart from Mykonos.
 
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Laura ignore this person who is sarcastic and disrespectful,I am originally from UK and moved to Greece back in 1994.... Things were very different then,I had reciprocal DHSS and IKA benefits...
Here is the most appropriate way for you to be guided correctly for transition....
Loads of information....
Opinion:Go to visit different parts of Greece to see where you like and meet up with some people.... Different parts have their own clichés...and feel. Bigger islands like Corfu,Crete and Rhodes have more expatriates,I lived and worked in Tourism in Mykonos for many years... Good luck, for sure Greece will welcome you.... just enjoy this magnificent country and Greek food, wine music, culture, hospitality and loads of fun!..... not to mention terrific weather !... Good day from Thailand...
I have friends living in Syros,a very beautiful island who have Airbnb apartment below their villa with magnificent views of Tinos and Mykonos where we lived apart from Mykonos.t
Laura ignore this person who is sarcastic and disrespectful,I am originally from UK and moved to Greece back in 1994.... Things were very different then,I had reciprocal DHSS and IKA benefits...
Here is the most appropriate way for you to be guided correctly for transition....
Loads of information....
Opinion:Go to visit different parts of Greece to see where you like and meet up with some people.... Different parts have their own clichés...and feel. Bigger islands like Corfu,Crete and Rhodes have more expatriates,I lived and worked in Tourism in Mykonos for many years... Good luck, for sure Greece will welcome you.... just enjoy this magnificent country and Greek food, wine music, culture, hospitality and loads of fun!..... not to mention terrific weather !... Good day from Thailand...
I have friends living in Syros,a very beautiful island who have Airbnb apartment below their villa with magnificent views of Tinos and Mykonos where we lived apart from Mykonos.
Thanks Hash. I will indeed ignore them, I’ve felt welcomed on this site and will continue to enjoy it.
Thank you for the advice. We’ll be looking to make a move in a few years, in whatever form that may be, so we’re saving hard, gathering contacts and information and enjoying our travels in the meantime in the hope of finding our home, but honestly, you could drop me anywhere where I can see the sea and I’d be happy.
 
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Thanks Hash. I will indeed ignore them, I’ve felt welcomed on this site and will continue to enjoy it.
Thank you for the advice. We’ll be looking to make a move in a few years, in whatever form that may be, so we’re saving hard, gathering contacts and information and enjoying our travels in the meantime in the hope of finding our home, but honestly, you could drop me anywhere where I can see the sea and I’d be happy.
You are welcome Laura,
After moving away from cold and miserable good ol'London town which I loved so very much to the seaside island,I couldn't live anywhere else but at the seaside like we do here in Thailand.... Enjoy this website, enjoy your travels to Greece, let us know how you get on or need any further, I am the lead content contributor here, haven't had time to contribute lately as I am helping out in organising and coordinating medical supplies to Eye Hospital in Ukraine...I lived as faraway as possible from any Expatriates with everyone Greek around me! Even here in Thailand we hardly have a handful of them, couldn't be better!!
 
How dare you ask such a question!??
 
You are welcome Laura,
After moving away from cold and miserable good ol'London town which I loved so very much to the seaside island,I couldn't live anywhere else but at the seaside like we do here in Thailand.... Enjoy this website, enjoy your travels to Greece, let us know how you get on or need any further, I am the lead content contributor here, haven't had time to contribute lately as I am helping out in organising and coordinating medical supplies to Eye Hospital in Ukraine...I lived as faraway as possible from any Expatriates with everyone Greek around me! Even here in Thailand we hardly have a handful of them, couldn't be better!!
Thank you. The sun is shining hard on my seaside town this week, I’m just off to the beach for a cold water dip so I can pretend I’m on the islands.
Well done to you for your Ukraine work, it‘s unbearable what these people are going through. I’ve registered to house a refugee which will be a shock to the system, the other half and I have lived by ourselves for over 20 years.
 
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Thank you. The sun is shining hard on my seaside town this week, I’m just off to the beach for a cold water dip so I can pretend I’m on the islands.
Well done to you for your Ukraine work, it‘s unbearable what these people are going through. I’ve registered to house a refugee which will be a shock to the system, the other half and I have lived by ourselves for over 20 years.
So beautiful, how do you register to do that?
 
How dare you ask such a question!??
How dare you give me a typical American response that you police other people's opinion and there throughs, remember your thoughts (American) aren't the only ones
 
So beautiful, how do you register to do that?
There’s several organisations working on arranging placements, but I’ve also registered via the government site as hosts have to be vetted to protect refugees from trafficking etc.
 
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How dare you give me a typical American response that you police other people's opinion and there throughs, remember your thoughts (American) aren't the only one
Thank you. The sun is shining hard on my seaside town this week, I’m just off to the beach for a cold water dip so I can pretend I’m on the islands.
Well done to you for your Ukraine work, it‘s unbearable what these people are going through. I’ve registered to house a refugee which will be a shock to the system, the other half and I have lived by ourselves for over 20 years.

Very good luck with this!
 
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There’s several organisations working on arranging placements, but I’ve also registered via the government site as hosts have to be vetted to protect refugees from trafficking etc.
That's great that they're protecting people from trafficking. My family were refugees from Turkey so I am so happy to see Greek people participating in hosting people.
 
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Favorite small towns in Greece?

I realized recently that some of my favorite places in Greece haven’t actually been the major destinations everyone talks about, but smaller towns that just had a completely different atmosphere to them.

Sometimes it’s a mountain village with one main square and old stone houses, other times it’s a tiny coastal town where everyone seems to know each other and life moves slower. A few of the places I still think about most weren’t even places I had originally planned to visit.

I’m curious what small towns or villages have really stayed with people after traveling in Greece. Could be because of the scenery, the food, the people, the history, or just the overall feeling of the place.

Would love to hear everyone’s favorites, especially places that don’t always make the typical travel lists.

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Is Greece easy to travel around without renting a car?

I’m trying to figure out whether it’s realistic to travel around Greece without renting a car. I’d prefer not to drive if I can avoid it, especially since I’m not familiar with the roads, parking, or driving customs there.

For those who have traveled around Greece using public transportation, how easy was it? I know there are buses, ferries, taxis, and domestic flights, but I’m wondering how practical they are once you get outside the main tourist areas. Did you ever feel limited by not having a car?

I’m also curious whether it makes sense to rely on public transportation for most of the trip and just rent a car for a day or two when needed. Are there certain types of places that are especially difficult to reach without one?

I’d love to hear from anyone who has done a Greece trip mostly or entirely without driving.

Best Greek Destinations for History Lovers

I’m thinking about planning a Greece trip next year that is focused almost entirely on history, and I’d love some ideas for the best places to include.

Athens would obviously be part of the itinerary for the Acropolis, Ancient Agora, museums, and other archaeological sites. I’m also considering Delphi, Mycenae, Epidaurus, Olympia, and maybe spending more time exploring the Peloponnese. Meteora is on my list too, although that would add a different type of historical experience.

I’m especially interested in places where you can really spend time exploring rather than just stopping briefly to see one major site.

If you were planning a history-focused trip to Greece, which destinations would you consider essential? Are there lesser-known archaeological sites, historic towns, museums, Byzantine sites, or ancient ruins that deserve more attention? I’d also love suggestions for putting together an itinerary without trying to cover too much ground.

Summer Island Hopping Tips - a Month in July

It’s been a while since I’ve traveled in Greece during peak season, and I’m considering spending about a month there in July. The plan is to split my time between Athens (to visit friends) and hopping to several islands. I’m excited about the energy of summer, but I’m also aware that July can be intense in terms of crowds, heat, and logistics.

For those who have done island hopping in high season, what worked well for you? Is it better to base yourself on one or two islands and take short trips, or fully move around every few days? How far in advance do you typically book ferries and accommodations in July?

I’m also curious about pacing. With a full month, I don’t want to rush, but I also want to make the most of being there. Any tips on routes, balance, or things to avoid during peak season would be really helpful.
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