Trip Review: A Greek Island Getaway

October 30, 2019

The Kitei Family of Downingtown, PA and New York City (parents and 3 young adults) recently returned from an 8-night getaway to Greece.  Their trip began in Athens with an overnight at the Royal Olympic Hotel and time to explore the Acropolis, Parthenon and Acropolis Museum with a privately guided tour; one of the highlights of their trip.  They flew onto Crete which they found both rustic and calmer than Athens due to less tourists.  Next up…the Greek Islands.  On arrival into the Chania airport on Crete, they took a private tour to the nearby Palace of Knossos, the monumental symbol of Minoan civilization.  They found the ruins to be fascinating.  Their unexpected favorite Crete excursions was while visiting alocal olive oil producing farm where they milked goats and learned to make cheese, homemade stuffed grape leaves and tzatziki.  Their stay at the Elounda Gulf Villas found them upgraded to a fabulous four-bedroom Royal Rooftop Suite!  The family said the resort was beyond perfect with stunningly beautiful grounds and an incredible staff.  From Crete, they took a 2 ½ hour ferry ride to Santorini.  They found the island to be magical and one night really enjoyed the glow of sunset while tasting wines at the Domaine Sigalas Vineyard.  They also loved the hike from the towns of Oia to Fira along the pedestrian cobblestone path and enjoyed their last sunset on the water, taking in the beautiful coastline from a catamaran. They stayed at the charming Kirini Hotel in Oia.  Overall the trip was one they will not forget with a perfect mix of taking in the sites and relaxing with family.  They let us know all of their transfers, excursions and arrangements were flawless and now they are wondering where to go next?