Bits and Pieces 2!
1st September, and after a very wobbly start and so much bad - and inaccurate - press, the season has not been as disappointing as many thought it would be, at least for Mastihari. Kos is one of the few places in Greece where the number of tourists is well up on last year. People aren't shopping very much as the economic crisis has hit everyone's pockets but the increase in numbers helps in other ways.
The weather is mellowing a little, the sea is warm and the mood is still as relaxed as always. I have had quite a few 1st time visitors who will surely be back again which is exactly what we want!
This month the village will be full of repeat visitors, many of those who come more than once a year and know that Mastihari is one of the best places to charge the batteries before winter.
The long range weather forecast is also predicting good weather for next month and accomodation is cheap so get looking for flights!
Unfortunately there are problems again with fires and we are on fire alert down here too due to the heat. Just a note for those of you coming here on holiday; please, please don't throw cigarette ends out of car windows and just be aware of the dangers of fire and the huge damage it causes.
There are events taking place all over the island at the moment as part of the cultural festivities, particularly in Kos town. Events are well attended and supported and indeed deserve to be as they are invariably of very high quality. I have listed what is going on in our area but the other 2 councils are also organising happenings so if you are in Kos it may be worth picking up a programme to see what is on elsewhere.
Agrellis Studios are now included in the accommodation that I work with. Lots of extras on offer from them, including airport transfers, so worth looking at if you are thinking of holidaying in the village.
Taxi prices from the airport would seem to be the same as least year in spite of the huge hike in petrol prices. 15 Euros will get you here.
The airport bus timetable is now in - click on the link on the bus timetable link on the left.
Stop press; We have a butchers shop in the village.. For those of you who really like cooking whilst on holiday it will be wonderful!! It will make local life easier that is for sure.
Where the Village Grill was has now opened as 'Mikes Gelato' which is particularly yummy locally made ice cream. Apparently the sanwiches are good too.
The Bar has now become the 'Old Blue Eyes Bar' and is being run by and features 'The Hat '.
Good luck to everyone in their new ventures. |
