Memorable Greek trip
Greece | Jul 8 - Jul 14, 2024

Jaya
Jaya C.
Hermosa Beach, CA | Reviewed on Jul 17, 2024

Angela helped us make an immaculate plan for our trip to Greece! It was a short notice yet she worked to make it perfect for us. Angela was very responsive inspite of time differences and very pleasant to work with throughout.
Our guides were all fantastic. Peter and Andreas were extraordinary.

Hotel Reviews
Belle Epoque Suites
Athens

Hotel is near Matreaski square so is convenient location. Room was quite small and lobby as well. The lift is inconvenient and hard to load suitcases. Staff was very friendly and quite understanding to help with late checkin and check out. Not fancy but definitely worth for a quick stay.

Authenticity & Character
Location
Near Mastreatski square. Lots of eateries around.
Staff
Very friendly and flexible staff.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Elevator is a pain and noisy especially if you have a room next to it.
Above Blue Suites Santorini
Santorini

Nice little gem that is in a rock style, facing the sea and at a high point. The balcony has a jacuzzi and best sunset view. Room was convenient though AC didn’t seem powerful enough to cool the whole room. Ample space and very convenient. Staff is friendly and courteous. But if stairs to climb up and down to room but the bell boys were happy to lug the suitcases for us.

Authenticity & Character
Well decorated and typical Santorini style.
Location
Fantastic for sunset views right from the room. Few restaurants and market were wt stone throw’s distance. Convenient for private trips not sure of group trips.
Staff
Courteous, friendly, cleaning staff was amazing
Cleanliness & Comfort
Cleaned the jacuzzi every day. Cleaning lady provided with essentials even when we didn’t want room to be cleaned. There is a stench in the bathroom which is probably due to plumbing or sea water.
Happy Cretan Suites
Malevizi, Crete

Absolutely fantastic hotel that is kid friendly, comfortable and with all amenities. Little away from town which probably the only drawback but it’s self sufficient.

Authenticity & Character
Well decorated, very convenient.
Location
Little far from port, airport, town and tourist spots. Definitely suited for private tours and or travel by taxi
Staff
Fantastic staff. Reception was friendly and thorough. Welcomed us with cookies and champagne. They gifted a local brand of lotions as parting present. Hand written welcome and thank you notes were very sweet and thoughtful. Waiters at restaurant were very friendly and helped plan a surprise dessert for my husband birthday at a very short notice.
Cleanliness & Comfort
Very clean and convenient. Only complaint is that AC was not in the bedroom and so was very hot.
Activity Reviews
Sunset Black Waters Sea Kayak
Sunset Black Waters Sea Kayak
Greece

It was fun activity to kayak with them. There were two guides so was feeling safe with my little guy. We got to see beautiful sunset and insides of a cave. There was a short snack break with fruits and lemonade. They even arranged hot tea for my son. Dinner was very delicious as well. Highly recommend this!

Quality of Experience
Great sunset and fun in water
Food
Snack and dinner were delicious. Accommodated vegetarians.
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guides were helpful and adaptive to my child.
Transport
Convenient
We guide you in the Past 2024
We guide you in the Past 2024
Greece

This tour was great with multiple activities. Starting with a visit to Pyrgos village where we got to walk around and experience the classic Santorini houses and the blue dome churches. We got a glimpse of Red Beach. Wish could actually go to beach. We also got to see Akrotiri ruins however due to a strike we cdnt have a guide to explain. It’s a little harder to get a good idea without a guide. Lost Atlantis museum was informational and was enjoyed by my kid. It’s like a VR simulation.

Quality of Experience
Guide was friendly and knowledgeable
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Staff was helpful though we missed not having guide for Akrotiri
Transport
Private Tour of Delphi & Thermopylae From Athens
Private Tour of Delphi & Thermopylae From Athens
Greece

Visit to Thermopylae was interesting. There is not much to see in terms of monuments or remains. However, the 3D simulation and the history is quite interesting. Delphi was amazing to see. Lot of the original monuments are in the archaeological site. Museum was informative as well. Lunch location was fantastic- both food and view. Peter was an engaging and knowledgeable guide!

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Peter was an engaging and knowledgeable guide/driver
Transport
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Athens Highlights Mythology Tour
Greece

This tour was very informative and wonderful to see the Roman Agora, Acropolis, Parthenon and more. It covers most of the Ancient monuments in Athens. Needs quite a bit of walking but the guide was very good. She was engaging, giving references to mythology.

Quality of Experience
Great tour to cover the monuments in Ancient Athens
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Guide was very knowledgeable, engaging and helpful
Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from East P1
Cave of Zeus & Knossos Palace with Lassithi Plateau from East P1
Greece

Good day tour that covers visit to Dakiti, Lassithi plateau, cave where Zeus was born, ceramic pottery factory/store, Knossos palace which has been partially recreated to see the Minoan civilization.

Quality of Experience
Guides, Drivers and Staff
Andres was very knowledgeable
Transport
Local specialist: Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Angela (Aggeliki)
Angela (Aggeliki) Giannioti
Local specialist in Greece | Replied on Jul 22, 2024
Yeia sou, Jaya! Thank you for your time to share your review and thoughts on the trip. I'm really happy that your family had a great time here in Greece with us. 🙂
And I'm truly really happy that I was able to assist in planning things for you.
Your feedback is highly appreciated.
Just one thing, if I may. It is Monastiraki Square. 😀
Just so that you know how it's called in case you want to go there on your next visit or perhaps you want to recommend to friends or family that are planning...
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Yeia sou, Jaya!

Thank you for your time to share your review and thoughts on the trip.

I'm really happy that your family had a great time here in Greece with us. 🙂
And I'm truly really happy that I was able to assist in planning things for you.

Your feedback is highly appreciated.
Just one thing, if I may. It is Monastiraki Square. 😀
Just so that you know how it's called in case you want to go there on your next visit or perhaps you want to recommend to friends or family that are planning to visit Greece. 🙏🙂

We would love to see you coming back soon. There are so many other things to do and see in my country and I'm sure you'll love them all!

Until then take care and safe travels!

Greetings from Greece,
Angela and the GA Trips team