Travel a la Carte

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	Travel a la Carte
1st Floor, 30 High Street, Thatcham, Berkshire RG19 3JD			MAP
tel: (01635) 863 030

A small independent family-run tour operator to the Greek islands in business since the ‘80s offering. Experienced reps on all the islands visit on or soon after arrival and each week during the stay. Only day-time flights offered and with Britannia offers a range of regional airports.

Where

Symi, Halki, Corfu, Paxos, Skiathos, Skopelos, and Alonissos.

Style

‘Villa holidays in traditional Greek surroundings' by or on the sea in traditional surroundings with villas, cottages, and apartments. There are a few villas with pools but it's more accommodation small villages and hamlets. You can walk to tavernas from almost all the accommodation and beaches are less than 10 minutes' walk.
Suggests Skiathos for gently sloping, sandy beaches, Koukounaries or Troulos, the first good for teenagers. Paxos, less busy because no direct flights, has pebbly beaches but Loggos, the smallest of the three villages, might be good for snorkelling children. You can walk to tavernas from almost all the accommodation and beaches are less than 10 minutes' walk. Halki is particularly recommended because virtually traffic free.

Season

May to October.

Facilities

Cots and high chairs can be provided (small fee), child car seats where required.

Extras

Extra maid service available (standard is between two and six times a week, depending on the property). Extra linen change £5 per person per week. Included and all towels except beach towels. Boat hire can be arranged on most islands.

Sample Price

Average around £2,500 for a fortnight for a family of four in a two-bedroomed house including flights. Child discounts vary with the season from £50 to £20.