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tmendy226 · « **Reply #480 on:** November 15, 2015, 09:32:31 PM »

Quote from: Jm1248 on November 15, 2015, 05:27:50 PM

No

There's a place which calls itself Kosher but I'm not 100% sure about its legitimacy. It's open during the season and might be closed by now.

ethana · « **Reply #481 on:** November 15, 2015, 11:16:49 PM »

I would recommend King George over Grand Bretagne. We stayed in the King George and it was magnificent. the Grand Bretagne is supposed to have smaller rooms. Staying at the king George allows you to use all the amenities of the Grand Bretagne.

Drago · « **Reply #482 on:** January 31, 2016, 04:17:18 PM »

We'll be in Athens for 3 nights including the jewish sabbath, before driving up to Meteora for a few days.
We were planning on finding an Airbnb close to the Chabad, but I don't see any attractive locations, and the Chabad itself is pricey for the sabbath meals, so we may just do it on our own.

Any recommondations for other areas in Athens that's worth staying at due to it's location/beauty?

mimb · « **Reply #483 on:** January 31, 2016, 07:46:33 PM »

Quote from: Drago on January 31, 2016, 04:17:18 PM

We'll be in Athens for 3 nights including the jewish sabbath, before driving up to Meteora for a few days.
We were planning on finding an Airbnb close to the Chabad, but I don't see any attractive locations, and the Chabad itself is pricey for the sabbath meals, so we may just do it on our own.

Any recommondations for other areas in Athens that's worth staying at due to it's location/beauty?

I stayed at an Airbnb apartment very close to Chabad, I think it was called Boutique Athens; reasonable price and the apartment was nice. I went to the meals at Chabad and they were very nice, although it's a little expensive it was a great atmosphere and nice to meet many other Jews from around the world.

Drago · « **Reply #484 on:** February 01, 2016, 05:55:36 AM »

Thx for that. Looking at the map, we may stay closer to the National Park, and just walk to Chabad.

Anyone taken trains to Meteora? Ideas on where to find the best prices?

Emkay · « **Reply #485 on:** February 01, 2016, 06:55:18 AM »

Quote from: Drago on February 01, 2016, 05:55:36 AM

Anyone taken trains to Meteora? Ideas on where to find the best prices?

checked seat61.com? thats always my go to place for train questions

mimb · « **Reply #486 on:** February 01, 2016, 12:39:39 PM »

Quote from: Drago on February 01, 2016, 05:55:36 AM

Thx for that. Looking at the map, we may stay closer to the National Park, and just walk to Chabad.

Anyone taken trains to Meteora? Ideas on where to find the best prices?

Just a word of advice, the printed maps are not 100% accurate and there are many small little streets so it's really easy to get lost (especially on Shabbat). Enjoy Greece though it's beautiful!

Drago · « **Reply #487 on:** February 01, 2016, 02:33:38 PM »

Quote from: Emkay on February 01, 2016, 06:55:18 AM

checked seat61.com? thats always my go to place for train questions

Thx, great website to know about

tmendy226 · « **Reply #488 on:** February 01, 2016, 04:33:57 PM »

[about mateora you should ask your LOR about where not/to go]

Just to note that the meals at Chabad are pretty high quality and service like a real restaurant.

Drago · « **Reply #489 on:** February 02, 2016, 01:38:56 AM »

Quote from: tmendy226 on February 01, 2016, 04:33:57 PM

[about mateora you should ask your LOR about where not/to go]

Just to note that the meals at Chabad are pretty high quality and service like a real restaurant.

Thx.
Are the monestaries still active?

I'd love to eat at Chabad, but with the kids, it gets pricey.
I may start a Gofundme campaign, in which case, I'll post it here.

Drago · « **Reply #490 on:** February 21, 2016, 07:47:01 AM »

Anyone have experience whether the train prices drop closer in? The website that @Emkay posted said it did a month out, but I haven't seen anything yet.

dansdealsfan5 · « **Reply #491 on:** February 23, 2016, 02:54:52 PM »

I am planning a trip to Athens and Santorini, and would like some advice. I will arrive Monday at eleven a.m. and would like to spend the day touring ancient athens. Any advice as to a good tour guide? I will be staying at the Grand Bretagne - which sounds to be the best option? Also, can I rely on the Chabad restaurant or should i bring POM meals?

Next, I will be flying to santorini tuesday morning - still trying to figure out a cheap option to get there - would appreciate help on that. I will be staying at Katikies - has anyone been there? Anything I should know about? Will they warm up the POM meals for me? I will be there for two days - any itinerary suggestions?

Thanks

chevron · « **Reply #492 on:** February 23, 2016, 03:01:26 PM »

Gostijo isnt kosher ?

philbenjoe · « **Reply #493 on:** February 24, 2016, 11:40:32 AM »

It was when I went last summer. Rabbi Mendel Hendel is a great guy.

Emkay · « **Reply #494 on:** February 24, 2016, 03:25:53 PM »

Quote from: chevron on February 23, 2016, 03:01:26 PM

Gostijo isnt kosher ?

It is

Emkay · « **Reply #495 on:** February 24, 2016, 03:27:00 PM »

Quote from: dansdealsfan5 on February 23, 2016, 02:54:52 PM

I am planning a trip to Athens and Santorini, and would like some advice. I will arrive Monday at eleven a.m. and would like to spend the day touring ancient athens. Any advice as to a good tour guide?

You can contact the rabbi. There is a Jewish lady that gives tours there that everyone who uses raves about

Drago · « **Reply #496 on:** February 27, 2016, 04:04:10 PM »

Seems like the transit to the city from the airport costs 10 euro per person.
Any ideas how to do it at a cheaper rate for a party of 5?

SPLP · « **Reply #497 on:** February 27, 2016, 04:45:34 PM »

Quote from: Drago on February 27, 2016, 04:04:10 PM

Seems like the transit to the city from the airport costs 10 euro per person.
Any ideas how to do it at a cheaper rate for a party of 5?

take the bus ---half the price and works very well--adults 5 euro and children n seniors 2.50 each
http://www.athensairportbus.com/en/bus/tickets.html

Menachem613 · « **Reply #498 on:** February 28, 2016, 07:39:39 AM »

There are some Pesach programs in Greece. Anyone have info on quality of programs or recommendations?

Drago · « **Reply #499 on:** February 28, 2016, 07:47:31 AM »

Quote from: SPLP on February 27, 2016, 04:45:34 PM

take the bus ---half the price and works very well--adults 5 euro and children n seniors 2.50 each
http://www.athensairportbus.com/en/bus/tickets.html

They speak enough English to let me know when to disembark?

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