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    Best trip connections from Phila, Pa to Crete?

    When you are leaving there is not a problem It is when you go to Greece that you may find domestic flights which have a lower weight limit than for international flights. Years ago, an exception would be made for international travelers but that is no longer the case. It can be quite costly if...
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    Best trip connections from Phila, Pa to Crete?

    There is more than one airport in Crete, as you may know. When you talk about wear and tear, avoiding the Athens Airport is a plus. We flew Philly to Frankfort to Santorini a few years back. On the way back, we stayed near the Athens Airport one night (at the Holiday Inn, actually) before...
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    Learning the Greek Culture for a Trip to Greece

    It's all pretty accurate. Much of what he covers has to do with things you would encounter if you go to places less frequented by visitors. One omission- think about attire if you go to a religious shrine, monastery or church. You might be denied entrance if outfit is too revealing.
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    Which Greek island can I travel to directly from international destinations?

    I think there are only 2 choices. Chania also has international flights. http://www.chania-airport.com/arrivals.html
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    Which Greek island can I travel to directly from international destinations?

    Suggest pick an island and airport arrivals. Chios, for example, has multiple international flights. Pretty easy to get from Santorini to Crete or Mykonos by Ferry.
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    What's your favorite airline to use to travel from the U.S. to Greece?

    Flew from US to Germany on Lufthansa, then directly to Greek Island (Santorini). This was a + because the Santorini airport was a piece of cake. Can do same to other Greek islands via Germany or The Netherlands
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