Athens/Kythira/Mykonos/Dubrovnik/Split.......for those that have been...."one must do"

[El Presidente]

Di and I head off later today with great mates PJ and Meaghan to Athens/Kythira/Mykonos/Dubrovnik/Split. Lisa will be looking after 2424 in our absence and you know she does a superb job . I will start a travel thread this evening to keep you up to date 

 

So to the question!

For those that have visited any one of these locales.......what would be your one recommendation as a "must do!" 

Athens/Kythira/Mykonos/Dubrovnik/Split......

You know my likes....Restaurants/Bar recommendationas are always welcome  

 

[JohnS]

Athens: Be mindful of how hot it will be. You guys will probably go to see the Acropolis if you haven't before. If so, go first thing in the morning when it's not as hot. Then if you can get into the excellent Acropolis Museum, at least it's air-conditioned and you're not outside. Also, consider public transport in Athens. It's very, very good. You can go anywhere by train, bus or tram.

In 2022, we met up with family and they took us to eat lunch at Ergon House. Trust me, it was awesome. Even better, after that we went up to the Electra Metroplis Roof Garden, which is at the top of the 5-star 10 floor hotel, and had a nice coffee in the afternoon overlooking all of Athens. It's the best view of all of Athens and even better, it's open to the public. I highly recommend you check those places out!

Kythira: Kythira and Kastellorizo Islands (the Easternmost Island in Greece, close to Turkey) are probably the greatest benefactors in Greece from investment by ex-pats. I'm confident you know this as no doubt Artie is one of them. You will 110% enjoy the beaches there. That, there is no doubt.

Mykynos: In July/August, there's too many people and it's too expensive. Just manage your expectations while you're there.

[chasy]

Mykonos: Scorpios beach club was fun. 

[Ford2112]

Big fan of Athens. My first order of business is Moussaka and eggplant fries with Tzatziki in Monastriaki at The Kyklamino followed by a visit to the El Habanero cigar shop and a cup of coffee. But other than Naxos my island experience is minimal. Athens is a great city. Some great eateries below the Acropolis in Plaka. 

[ha_banos]

Sof loved poking around the Monastiraki flea market for a while in Athens. We only stopped for a day. I've not been but this place is recommended by couple of cigar folk. 

Alexander's bar  https://www.gbroofgarden.gr/more-venues

I'd try to find a late Bouzoukia for an evening session. Ideally outdoor Taverna.

And see if there's a panagyri going on in Kythira. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DCbUuyaynzE/

[Li Bai]

While in Split you might want to visit the island of Hvar. Never been there myself but I've heard so many wonderful things about it it's definitely on my list 👍

[amberleaf]

I second the advice to visit the Acropolis early in the day, and the museum is a must too. Also worth taking an early morning hike up Mount Lycabettus for spectacular views of the city, or take the funicular to the top if your legs aren't up to it.

Dubrovnik is a beautiful town but has become an expensive tourist trap, and of course now's the worst time of year to visit. It was certainly getting that way when I was there about seven years ago. Still worth a visit though.

[Fuzz]

What? You're not going to Lesbos? 

[chasy]

6 hours ago, Li Bai said:

While in Split you might want to visit the island of Hvar, never been there myself but I've heard so many wonderful things about it it's definitely on my list 👍

+1 for Hvar. Hula Hula Beach Club by day, Carpe Diem by night. I actually loved partying at Hula Hula leading up to the sunset and was a bit let down by Carpe Diem.

+1 for Dubrovnik. Very cool to see, but extremely touristy and the whole Game of Thrones thing got old. My advice is to spend as much time as possible floating in the Adriatic. 

Re Greece - my highlight was Paros and Antiparos - very much off the beaten path of tourists. Felt authentic. Time moves slowly there. Rent a couple scooters and explore the beaches and sea side villages.