Greek vacation: resorts, prices, ways to save money

Planning a trip requires a lot of effort. Read below to find out what important aspects you shouldn't forget.

Flights

Tickets can be found at different prices, depending on the season, airline and time of booking. It takes about 3 hours to fly from Warsaw to Athens. On average, one-way fares range from €77 to €300. We recommend buying tickets in advance, 2-3 months before the scheduled departure date. Also, use the flexible search function to find the cheapest options and don't forget about promotions and sales.

Accommodation

Regardless of what kind of vacation tourists are looking for, from relaxing to lively, Greece offers many places to stay. In a hostel, you will have to pay €44 for a bed in a 6-bed dormitory. In general, prices range from €12 to €60 per night.

For a more comfortable stay, you can choose guest houses. A night in such a place will cost from €30. Tourists are provided with the following amenities: shared kitchen and bathroom, free WI-FI, bed linen and towels. By the way, there are also glamping facilities, from €50 to €150 for 1 day. We recommend booking your accommodation long before your trip. This way you can find better prices and have more choice.

Food

Local cuisine can be tasted in traditional Greek tavernas. Lunch or dinner costs, on average, from €10 to €20 per person. In middle-class restaurants with a wide menu, you will have to pay from €20 to €40 per person. For tourists who can't imagine their morning without a cup of coffee, the price for a drink ranges from €2 to €5.

At the local market, a budget set of products is about €8:

• bread - €1
• milk - €1.36
• 12 eggs - €3.25
• apples - €1.56

Transportation

In Greece, getting around can be both an adventure and a challenge. The most convenient way to get around for those looking for an affordable and efficient way to see the city is by subway. The cost for one trip is €1.40. Taxis in the capital are relatively inexpensive. The price starts at €3.50, and then €0.74 per kilometer during the day and €1.29 at night.

By the way, you can also travel here on ships designed to transport passengers (for one flight from €20 to €60). This way you can explore the country between the islands and coastal cities.

Scooter rental costs from €10 to €25 per day. This is a very convenient option for traveling on the islands.

Rest

We advise you to pay attention to several resorts:

• Mykonos

One of the most popular Greek islands attracts tourists with picturesque white houses with blue domes. Hotel accommodation costs from €150 to €400, and apartments from €100 to €300 per night.

For lunch, we recommend choosing local dishes: souvlaki, moussaka, or fresh seafood. Dinner in a tavern will cost from €20 to €40 per person.

Psarou beach is famous for its clear sea and sandy coastline. Renting a sunbed and umbrella costs from €25 to €60. For fun parties, head to Paradise. There are bars, clubs, and camping sites here. Elia has the longest coastline. Families and water sports enthusiasts often come here. And children will love Ornos, as the entrance to the sea is gentle.

• Santorini

The archipelago is famous for its unique volcanic beaches and spectacular sunsets. A night in a small, stylish hotel costs from €150 to €400. For those who need more privacy, an apartment is available for rent, from €100-€300. For lunch, you will have to pay from €20 to €50.

Be sure to visit Red Beach. You won't believe it is real the coast is famous for its red rocks and sand. Renting an umbrella and a sunbed costs from €10-€20.

For white rocks, head to White Beach. It can only be reached by boat. There is also a beach with a black embankment - Kamari.

• Crete

The island is characterized by diverse landscapes and hospitality of the locals. It is a great place to combine cultural and active tourism. Hotel accommodation will cost €140-€500, superior apartments - from €124. Dinner in restaurants with original cuisine costs from €40-€80, in taverns - €15-€30. Popular lagoons are Balos, Elafonisi and Falassarna. Most of them are dominated by turquoise and clear water, ideal for swimming.

Summarizing the budget

Approximate prices for a vacation in 2024 for 5 days for 2 people:

• Accommodation in a double room - from €354
• Lunches in an inexpensive cafe - from €500
• Daily subway fare, round trip - from €30
• Rent of sunbeds and umbrellas costs from €100

Don't put off your trip until later! Book your tickets and accommodation in advance!

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