Angela was absolutely amazing throughout the ...
Greece | Jun 10 - Jun 16, 2024

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Johanna R.
Raleigh, NC | Reviewed on Jun 21, 2024

Angela was absolutely amazing throughout the entire process. From the planning process all the way to the final pickup. She was always available within minutes. She adjusted our travel plan to meet our wants and needs. It was perfect!

Once our actual trip time came, Angela was readily available for any schedule changes to ensure the process was smooth.

We began our journey in Athens, it was HOT! Make sure to drink lots of water. We were able to explore the city on our own a bit. We loved the boutique hotel Classic by Athens Prime and the location was convenient. We did a tour our second day to the acropolis. This was very informative but very hot. Make sure to take lots of water, sunscreen and wear comfortable shoes.

The following morning we took a ferry to Paros. I think this was our favorite part of the trip. We were greeted at the Paros Bay Hotel by 3 dogs. The scenery of the beach and amazing pool. We went to the old town of Naousa that night. We had dinner by the water at Barbarossa, then walked through the cobblestone streets. It was not crowded. Absolutely beautiful. The following day we had a boat tour scheduled to the surrounding island of Antiparos. Angela contacted us and said that due to low participation we had the option to upgrade to a sailing tour. We agreed. The next morning we boarding Parian and we were the only 2 on board. An entire day to ourselves on Parian. We were treated like royalty and the scenery was like nothing I have ever scene before. Highly recommend.

The final leg of our journey, we took a ferry over to Santorini. The day was a bit breezy so the ride was rough and the ferry was stuffy. We stayed at the Above Blue Suites in Imerovigli. The room was amazing with a hot tub on the balcony and caldera view. This village is situated between Thira and Oia, so it wasn’t as busy but convenient to both. We had dinner at Oia Gefsis. Food and staff were amazing and the sunset views were wonderful, despite a bit of hazy weather. The following day we had free time in the morning. We had breakfast on our balcony, the lunch at Avacado in Imerovigli, which we highly recommend. Great food and friendly staff. Then we took the sunset cruise. It was the perfect way to end our trip! Breathtaking! The only improvement I could make for the sunset cruise , was the transportation dropped us off about 2 blocks from our hotel at 10pm at night. That made me a bit uncomfortable.

Overall, our trip was amazing! I cannot wait to plan our next one!

Hotel Reviews
Classic Hotel by Athens Prime Hotels
Athens
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Paros Bay Hotel
Paros, Cyclades
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Above Blue Suites Santorini
Santorini
Authenticity & Character
Location
Staff
Cleanliness & Comfort
Activity Reviews
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Reservation at Oia Gefsis (no meal included - only a reserved table)
Greece
Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
HS Catamaran Sunset Cruise MD
HS Catamaran Sunset Cruise MD
Santorini
Quality of Experience
Food
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Transport
Return driver dropped is off about 2 blocks from our hotel at 10 pm. We were lost.
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jun 23, 2024
Yeia sou, Johanna, I am thrilled to know that you had a great time and experience here in Greece with us.
It honestly makes me super happy to know that. 🙂
You actually were in Athens during a heat wave - which is not really common so early in June - so I know that the heat at noon was really unbearable. The good thing is that the temperatures got better on the islands 😀 I am sorry to read that you felt uncomfortable with the drop-off after the cruise. It is a shared transfer so perhaps... Read more

Yeia sou, Johanna,

I am thrilled to know that you had a great time and experience here in Greece with us.
It honestly makes me super happy to know that. 🙂

You actually were in Athens during a heat wave - which is not really common so early in June - so I know that the heat at noon was really unbearable.

The good thing is that the temperatures got better on the islands 😀

I am sorry to read that you felt uncomfortable with the drop-off after the cruise. It is a shared transfer so perhaps that was the spot that was convenient for you and other travelers to have a return drop-off.
Santorini and Greece in general are considered really safe and it is really rare to hear about incidents. Also, 10 pm in Greece is still considered early! I am sure you noticed that 😀
Anyhow I am sorry you felt uncomfortable. That definitely was not the intention of the transfer driver/company.

We would love to see coming back soon. I have so much more to show you in Greece that I am sure you will love!

Until we "meet" again, take care and safe travels!

Angela and the GA Trips team