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mastichas09

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Lately when I've been booking travel, I noticed that I often have the choice to get a travel insurance. For example, when I just went to book my flight.

I said yes to the insurance because the price was low enough.

I know that they actually have trip insurance policies, which I have never used.

Does anyone here actually get trip insurance when going to Greece? If so, what is your motivation?
 

k_tsoukalas

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Lately when I've been booking travel, I noticed that I often have the choice to get a travel insurance. For example, when I just went to book my flight.

I said yes to the insurance because the price was low enough.

I know that they actually have trip insurance policies, which I have never used.

Does anyone here actually get trip insurance when going to Greece? If so, what is your motivation?
I get trip insurance when I travel anywhere these days. Our medical insurance doesn't cover us for outside the United States. What would happen if I got sick or injured on vacation? The trip insurance also covers a bunch of other stuff. Since I get a policy, I don't tend to book the trip insurance when the airline, for example, asks me. It feels redundant - but it depends on the price. If it's cheap enough I do both.
 

Greece at Christmas?

I think I might want to visit Greece for Christmas this year. Do you have any tips? Some things I am thinking:

  • Seems I might want to be there for a month? Maybe from December 6 to January 6? From what I understand that is considered "the season"
  • I of course want to go to church - especially on key feast days
  • I will likely be staying near Athens with some friends
  • Does anywhere in Greece have any great Christmas markets?

Visiting Milos - Some Beaches to See

I am going to Milos soon - I thought I would compile some information about beaches to see while there:

Sarakiniko Beach – This is one of the most stunning beaches on Milos, known for its white volcanic rocks that contrast with the sea. Some great photo ops here!

Tsigrado Beach – Tsigrado is a secluded Beach and can only be accessed through a narrow passage, which adds to its charm. It's untouched, fairly private and worth the extra effort to get there. Being here does feel like an escape!

Firiplaka Beach –This beach has s a long stretch of white, powdery sand lapped by crystal-clear waters. It's a great beach for families because there's more around here - like food, bathrooms, etc.

Papafragas Beach – Did you know this beach once attracted pirates? That's cool! There are some "cave like" formations here, which probably is what attracted the pilots.

Are there other beaches I should put on the list?

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Religious Places in Greece

I am interested in doing some pilgrimage types of visits in Greece. What is there to visit? I thought I'd make a list, but I want you to tell me what I have missed:

  • Patmos - Cave of the Apocalypse and stuff
  • Aegina - Saint Nektarios
  • Meteora
  • Mount Athos (no women though right?)
This might be all I have time for, but I am open to other suggestions

Winter Travel Tips to Greece

I think I am going to end up in Greece through Christmas to visit some people.

I am thinking I want to go skiing!

Where is it that Greeks typically go skiing. I know that there are some places to go, but I want to go where it is the most popular.

Also, are there any Christmas markets?

Art Social Presents Season 3 of "The Outstanding Artist" hosted in Spetses, Greece

Art Social Presents Season 3 of "The Outstanding Artist" hosted in Spetses, Greece

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