swwake
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Hi everyone. I hope maybe someone in the UK forums can help me. I am trying to plan a family vacation for this summer, as my daughter graduates from high school in June.
Our current plan looks a little like this:
Day 1 - travel to London
Day 2 - london
Day 3 - travel to Athens
Day 4 - travel to Santorini
Days 5 and 6 - Santorini
Day 7 - travel to Mykonos
Days 8 and 9 - Mykonos
Day 10 - travel to Athens
Day 11 - Athens, travel to London late evening
Day 12 - London
Day 13 - travel home from London
We are a family of 3. We have never been to Europe. I am looking for advice in the following:
- hotel(s) in London
- getting around London - rent a car? public transportation? taxi?
- Gatwick airport for travel to/from Athens - is this airport ok?
- Athens tours (I have heard Athens is not pretty and we should get in, take a guided tour, and get out). Reputable tour companies?
- Athens hotels
- Santorini/Mykonos hotels - what areas are most convenient? We would like to be close enough to walk to many places
- for all hotels, we don't need super-luxurious, but we do like 3+ stars if possible. Most of all, in a safe part of "town"
- I have read advice to use a local Greek travel agency to book the hotels on the islands, and they can arrange for the ferries and provide travel insurance. Is this our best bet?
- Is three nights each in Mykonos and Santorini too long? I'm sure we won't get bored. I want to make sure we aren't rushed and have enough time to feel like we are seeing some sights.
- Any tips on "must see" and/or "must do" experiences in these four places?
I know this is a lot of information, but I'm a bit overwhelmed. Hoping some of you might be able to help us.
Thanks in advance!
Our current plan looks a little like this:
Day 1 - travel to London
Day 2 - london
Day 3 - travel to Athens
Day 4 - travel to Santorini
Days 5 and 6 - Santorini
Day 7 - travel to Mykonos
Days 8 and 9 - Mykonos
Day 10 - travel to Athens
Day 11 - Athens, travel to London late evening
Day 12 - London
Day 13 - travel home from London
We are a family of 3. We have never been to Europe. I am looking for advice in the following:
- hotel(s) in London
- getting around London - rent a car? public transportation? taxi?
- Gatwick airport for travel to/from Athens - is this airport ok?
- Athens tours (I have heard Athens is not pretty and we should get in, take a guided tour, and get out). Reputable tour companies?
- Athens hotels
- Santorini/Mykonos hotels - what areas are most convenient? We would like to be close enough to walk to many places
- for all hotels, we don't need super-luxurious, but we do like 3+ stars if possible. Most of all, in a safe part of "town"
- I have read advice to use a local Greek travel agency to book the hotels on the islands, and they can arrange for the ferries and provide travel insurance. Is this our best bet?
- Is three nights each in Mykonos and Santorini too long? I'm sure we won't get bored. I want to make sure we aren't rushed and have enough time to feel like we are seeing some sights.
- Any tips on "must see" and/or "must do" experiences in these four places?
I know this is a lot of information, but I'm a bit overwhelmed. Hoping some of you might be able to help us.
Thanks in advance!