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Is it too early to book Greece for 2023?

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I noticed a lot of schedules aren't released yet for 2023? Or I could be wrong? I am wondering if it is too early to book for Greece for 2023. I have details that depend on schedule releases, such as ferries and even theater performances. So, I don't want to book when the timing is wrong, but I also don't want to miss out...

Does anyone know when the ferry schedules will be released? Has it been released and I just don't see it?
 
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I think it might be out now. I could be wrong. Someone else hopefully will chime in. I found a schedule online but lost the link. Is it too early?
 
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I booked my flights to Athens, Greece and to the island I am going to in September 2023 a couple of weeks ago.
 
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nm1999 said:
I noticed a lot of schedules aren't released yet for 2023? Or I could be wrong? I am wondering if it is too early to book for Greece for 2023. I have details that depend on schedule releases, such as ferries and even theater performances. So, I don't want to book when the timing is wrong, but I also don't want to miss out...

Does anyone know when the ferry schedules will be released? Has it been released and I just don't see it?
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Book your airline tickets early , you will get a better deal. If you don't have a car you can book the ferry on the day, if you have a car pre-book. Book your accommodation as soon as you can.
 
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nm1999 said:
I noticed a lot of schedules aren't released yet for 2023? Or I could be wrong? I am wondering if it is too early to book for Greece for 2023. I have details that depend on schedule releases, such as ferries and even theater performances. So, I don't want to book when the timing is wrong, but I also don't want to miss out...

Does anyone know when the ferry schedules will be released? Has it been released and I just don't see it?
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Fast Ferries Ferry Schedule 2023 | Ferryscanner

Fast Ferries has announced its ferry schedule for the year 2023. Here we have detailed ferry schedules.
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Fast Ferries Ferry Schedule 2023 | Ferryscanner

Fast Ferries has announced its ferry schedule for the year 2023. Here we have detailed ferry schedules.
www.ferryscanner.com www.ferryscanner.com
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