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d_kakavouli

d_kakavouli

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I am leaving for Greece soon and I have some packing questions:

- Is it easy enough to by things like hair straightener/ hair dryer. Mine aren't dual voltage (I don't think) and I am not sure I will have time to buy new ones before I go.
- I am trying to figure out what to do about using my cell to call the US. Should I just go and get a burner phone while there and do a pay as you go situation?
- Is it easy enough to find a laundromat? I will be in Greece a while and will need to do laundry. It's been a while since I would be in Greece for this long.
 
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If you have a favorite hair straightener, then I would bring it….same with suntan lotion. Otherwise, there are Sephora stores in the cities and grocery stores everywhere that carry a variety of brand name hair products. Years ago I purchased a hair dryer while in Greece, but now most accommodations offer hair dryers; I would check before you purchase one. I can’t answer your question on the phone; I usually add a temporary global plan to my iPhone with my carrier. There are laundromats, but they might not necessarily be convenient to where you’re staying. If you’ve already booked accommodation, then they could answer the hair dryer/laundry questions. Otherwise my best advice would be to pack light and to consider hand wash as an option for casual clothes; clothes dry quickly there.
 
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If your hair appliance aren't dual voltage, don't bring them. But double check - most are! You can easily buy dual voltage ones before you go. Bring a straightener for sure - most places I have seen have hair dryers.

In terms of laundry, I would personally just hadn't wash - I use the soap they give at hotels!
 
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I see it's been a while since this was posted, but I wanted to chime in—has anyone ever needed a light rain jacket later in the season? I'm packing for late September and trying to decide if I should bother. Also wondering if anyone has tips for keeping shoes from taking up too much space in the suitcase; I always overpack those.
 
I always forget how windy Greece can get, especially on the islands — a light jacket or hoodie saved me more than once at night. For kid-friendly places, anything like family resort Khao Yai in Thailand is perfect because it has activities and space for everyone; so if you’re staying anywhere like that in Greece, pack some casual clothes for lounging or joining in.
 
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