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TRAVEL DETAILS |
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We are flying into Skiathos airport. How do we get to Skiathos
harbour from Airport? |
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You should take a taxi, just outside the airport to the
Hydrofoil Booking Office at the port. |
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Is it a lot easier to fly direct to Skiathos from Manchester than
via Athens etc.? |
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Yes. Easier and quicker. Then catch the first hydrofoil or
ferry to Skopelos. |
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TEMPERATURES |
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What is the sea temperature on Skopelos ? |
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APRIL:16,7 C, MAY:17.6 C, JUNE:20,8 C, JULY:23,5 C, AUGUST:24,5 C,
SEPTEMBER:23,5 C, OCTOBER:21,5 C
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THE ISLAND |
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How many towns and villages are there on the island ? |
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The island has one main town: Skopelos town, and three
villages: Glossa, Elios and Klima. |
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Which is a basic difference between Skopelos (Sporades)
and the Cyclades ? |
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Unlike the Cyclades, which are famous for their bareness,
Skopelos is verdant, with lush forests and trees. |
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DAY TRIPS |
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Which neighbouring islands could be visited in a day trip
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Alonnissos and Skiathos all year round. Skyros during
summer. |
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BEACHES |
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Is there a nudist beach on the island ? |
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Yes. Velanio is the unofficial nudist beach. Also, the
area at the very end of Milia beach |
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Is it possible to rent a little boat on Skopelos island,
to visit the north beaches ? |
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Yes. |
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CAMPING |
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Is there a camping on the island ? |
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No, there is no organised camping on the island. Please
note that free camping is strictly forbidden. |
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INTERNET |
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What is the availability of a personal, residential internet
connection on the island ? |
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There are available in Skopelos Island all the types of
internet connections: DIALUP, ISDN, and ADSL. |
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Is there an Internet cafe ? |
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There are two (2) Internet cafes in Skopelos town. |
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CREDIT CARDS,
BANKS |
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Are there banks that have cash machines that can be used
with bank cards ? |
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Yes. |
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VARIOUS QUESTIONS |
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What voltage is the electric supply ? |
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The electric supply is 220-230 V. |
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Is underwater diving permitted
everywhere ? |
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Underwater diving without authorization is not permitted everywhere.
Before practising your favourite sport therefore, you must refer to the
local port authorities. Areas for underwater diving without authorization
: Mikro Adelphi. |
