A few "thematic" escapes over time have both lighter rise, but as it relates to the Labour Day. At the heart of spring, this year reminds us more authority summer and make us forget that, despite little or a holiday (or strike, as you prefer) to fall Monday, charizontas us a three-day-than those in 2007 seems to tsigkounefetai.
Those who fortunate asked permission Monday from the boss or the flag-does not matter, "zestainoun" machines for the island destinations this summer, having faced them as a general test the traditional three days of the Holy Spirit at the end of the month.
The in2life, taking into account the limited time travellers, but also the nature of spring excursion not… xanoigetai and proposes three destinations in the vicinity of the capital. Aegina, the Hydra and Spetses, however, have another common feature: the limited options beaches make them ideal destinations when the bathrooms are optional.
Aegina: Colors and fragrances
The proximity of Athens, in combination with natural landscapes, interesting attractions and nightlife have established Aegina as one of the most popular choices in terms of escapes weekend - especially at this time, the temperature of deleazei sea and despite the most daring, but the aroma our island has been missed.
Picturesque villages, archaeological sites and tourist resorts promise to "fill" the tetraimero you. Walk in full colour coastal area of the harbour, admire the traditional buildings, then a ride with one of the ippilata amaxakia - cost about 15 per 20 minutes-and get to know the specifics of the island - from the caiques - manavika selling fruit and vegetables until the stores with the types of traditional art and local products.
As they goitefteite from the port, do not miss a trip to Perdika, a picturesque fishing village that is famous for its taverns and Taverns. Directly across from the Perdika, the island monastery is a protected biotope rare species of animals (including a lifetime kind of criteria) and birds, which you can visit by boat.
A visit deserves, of course, and the Temple of Aphea, dating from 5 BC Very near the archaeological site, the most important tourist resort island, Agia Marina brings a wealth of visitors - why have remarkable and nightlife.
Throughout the island you'll find a multitude of choices residence, which meet every taste and budget. Two of the best choices are the traditional departments Irides "(tel: 22970 52215, 22970 52183) Holy, very close to Souvala, the second port of the island, and" Aiginitiko Mansion "(tel: 22970 24968, 22970 24156) in the town of Aegina, neoclassical building dating from the 16 th century. Prices for double rooms start at about 70 euros.
Exairetikous thalassinous snacks and fresh fish will try to mezedopoleio "Skotadis" in the town of Aegina, in ouzeri just behind the flea market of the harbour and the "Anthony" in Perdika. For steamed and traditional dishes, the secret of locals hear the name "Stone" and is located in the village Anitsaiou, on the road to Agia Marina. Interesting choices, too, "Lighthouse" Agia Marina, right next to wave, "Tassos" Marathon for seafood and "Time".
To drink, very good choices in the city of Aegina are "Inn on the Beach", literally above the wave, "Belle Epoque", "Mask" and "In Aigini", with live music in the underground and mainstream ambient sounds in the upper floor . The largest club of the island hears the name "Greek Seaside" and is located on the coastal road of the city.
Spetses: With a view to the canons
At a distance of only two hours from Piraeus (flying dolphin) or a little more if Preferring to go by car from Costa Peloponnese and then face a ferry boat, you wait for the Pityousa, the picturesque port of Spetses.
The history of the island is widespread in all the sights. From the statue of Bouboulinas on the right side of the harbour, the bronze cannons in the old pyrovoleio of the island in the square of Ntapias, and the beautiful mansions, each one of them a home, more or less known fighter.
Visit the impressive Museum of Spetses, with exhibits that chronologoun a long history of the island, particularly interesting Bouboulinas Museum, but the Prophet Elias, the highest peak of the island, where they admire the magnificent view. Do not paramelisete but the walks in the picturesque alleys of the city, the traditional ouzeri and stores with artistic masterpieces will impress you.
The best options for food and entertainment are in the old (wooden) port. Climb one of the old wagons, with pantognostes amaxades and spefste in taverns and restaurants to enjoy impressive culinary ideas and wave to paflazei near you. For more evening hours countless bars, inside and outside the city, you invite Enjoy your drink and have fun.
To stay on the island we recommend the excellent "Zoe's Club", in the center of Spetses, where prices start from 125 per double (22980 74447-8). The "Economou Mansion", ten minutes walk from the town centre, with prices from about 175 per double (22980 73400-1). But the traditional homes "Islands", designed and built with the unique architecture of graphics Spetses. Prices here start at 155 euros a double (22980 75000-10).
Hydra: Romanticism with ... delivery
The historical and traditional Hydra is an ideal destination for the escape of four protomagias. Magnificent mansions, picturesque alleys and one sea, the pieis the glass! What more to ask those sunny spring days?
Leave the car at the port of Piraeus, exoplisteite sunscreen with a high sun protection and do not forget the most back your shoes. Hydra offered for walks and peripatous if one wants to boasting that really "turned".
Visit the Museum of Modern History, located in the mansion heroic Κουντουριώτη family, but also the monastery of Zourdas, on the tip of the island, with spectacular views. Photograph the imposing mansions, correctly masterpieces, and walk up the church of Prophet Elijah. Both the path and the view is magical.
Try pentanostima local dishes Joined Marina, in Vlycho, which will delight your fresh baked bread. Choose fresh fish for the tavernaki in apokryfo Mandraki bay, while the longer view axiomnimonefti will meet in "Vigla", located in the city of Hydra.
For your stay there, we suggest the stone mansion "Mistral", near the harbour, where a double estimate that it will cost around 100 euros (tel: 22980 52509, 22980 53411). The impressive "Bratsera", also near the port, will delight you with the relaxing of the pool and garden. Prices here range to 130 euros for a double (tel: 22980 53971). Finally, you'll find great hotel "Phaedra" after the luxury here is leadership. The price for a double is at 120 euros (tel. 22980 53330).
