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Three months later than we had hoped, we have arrived in Greece.
Our original travel plans had to be changed and we found ourselves starting our journey near Barcelona.
To make up some time we sailed from Barcelona to Civitavecchia, Rome, (Grimaldi Lines - 20hours - €260 for a Camper and 2 adults). A lovely crossing cutting in between Corsica and Sardinia.
We then had a few days to orientate ourselves in Italy so stayed on a Sosta in a family garden in Pompei, in the Gulf of Naples. A very friendly, but urban setting, we were able to take a look at the ruins (recommended - €11 ) , and take the train up and down the bay to Naples and Sorrento.
Off again, we crossed Italy to Monopoli on the east coast (Camping Antlantide - €20pn one of the few places with a campsite open), then up to Bari for our 'Superfast' ferry to Igoumenitsa, (Overnight - 9.5hrs - €145). A very modern ferry, comfortable and well organised. We had booked to sleep on deck but in the end we were'nt allowed, so slept in recliners.
Arriving 6.15am Tuesday 18th Jan, we set out along the motorway east, all very easy. Once off the ferry ramp the motorway started at the port exit.
Driving up through Macedonia (past road signs saying 'Slow down - Bear Habitat) we drove through frosted (and forested) hills and mountains then down onto the plains near Thessaloniki, where it was sunny and warm.
The motorway is excellent, with the occasional short diversion. They have engineered straight through the landscape, so where they haven't cut some serious tunnels they have built bridges. Very impressive. There are a few open space aires now, some with toilets and a waggon selling hot refreshments. We went through two toll points, one was €7.20 (ish) the other on the outskirts of Thessaloniki was €6.
Camping Achilles at Asprovalta, (on the Aegean) was closed but there was no trouble with a very scenic free camp by the beach. There was a small harbour (framing a lovely warm sunset) for local fishing boats and a water tap. Locals waved and smiled as they came and went, all very friendly. Many have some English.
We then continued into some much cooler weather at Camping Municipal, Alexandrpoulis (Haven't paid yet but expecting €17pn). Free wifi throughout the friendly town with plenty of cafe's and eateries. More smiles and friendly greetings.
That's it for Greece until early March. If they let us in, we should cross into Turkey this morning (Ipsala) for about 6 weeks before making our way down to Athens to start the tour of Greece proper.
Hello,please keep us updated on your travels. We are heading for Greece for our first time in June. Arrive at Patras (Superfast ferry) 6th June and intend to go around the peleponese,visit the orinthian canal,Athens before heading north to visit our niece in Preveza.
We are going to be there for thirty days,then back on the ferry to Ancona,onto Monaco,south of France around to Narbonne before heading to Aubigny sur Nere for the Franco Ecosse three day celebrations.
Will be home around end of July.
cheers,
T and J
Hiya Barry and Ruth
all the best on your travels. We were in Greece March to May last year. Are you going to be there at Easter? If you can manage to park in a nice village you may be lucky enough to be invited to a traditional feast. We were and had a great time. Failing that the religious celebrations begin on Good Friday with plenty of frivolity and fireworks.
Enjoy
Julie and Howard
We made it into Turkey without any real problems. Presenting two V5's caused some consternation..... the 2nd for the scooter in the boot. It took us an hour to get through but there were no other difficulties.
We'll start a new post in the Turkey section and pick this post up again when we get back into Greece.
All being well, we should be there over Easter so will look forward to that. Thanks.
A question please. What is the situation with Midges and Mozzies around Greece. Are they ubiquitous or fairly localised ? What is the season ?
Well.............. Greece in the spring........ what a 5 Star destination.
We are pottering around the Peloponnese coast, at Gythio at the moment. After a few nights on Camping Triton 2 nr Nafpio we have free camped on small, 'postcard' Quaysides, some lovely beaches, snorkelling in flat-calm crystal clear (if still a little chilly) waters. It's gorgeous.
The main purpose of this message is to tap into the experience of the many others who have been in these parts before us.
We are coming towards the end of our third week free camping, but want to find a nice site in the Southern Peloponnese for the Royal Wedding weekend...... to maybe share the celebrations with a few fellow Brits.
I don't think they are going to work........ We've had a showery couple of days so moved on. We're not well placed now for the west coast as we are down at Elefonissos...... well by the quayside at Vinglafia on the mainland, looking across.
Glad to say that some of your lovely UK weather has wafted back down here and it's 'smashing' again this morning.
Corn Flakes and coffee in front of us....... we are toying with the idea of spending the Easter Weekend on the small Island, (half hourly vehicle ferry, during daylight, Euro 7.50 for a car, so about Euro 23 for a 7m motorhome......each way) to find some of those beaches. It is a short Tourist season here...... mainly Greek, and the locals are painting the place up and buying freshly slaughtered lamb for the Easter Spit-roast, which coincides with St Georges day, both big celebrations.
That said, Board Atlas has an Aire listed on there but we'll be 'gob smacked' if it's open. (Plaka wasn't a week ago).
Then we still want to head somewhere for the wedding. We'll have been free camping / Wild Camping for a month by then and the laundry needs sorting.
Again we would appreciate any recommendations for sites, now in the south east Peloponnese. Failing that, we'll breakout some bunting (probably in the shape of freshly washed T Shirts and pants) and have our own street party.
Incidentally...... we are using one of those Hawking Wifi Range extenders/amplifiers again on this tour. I know that they are antique now but it is pulling a free unsecure connection from across on the island, which is about 1km away.
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