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General: Visit Agios Nektarios

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

I wanted to go to Aegina to visit the monastery of Agios Nektarios. This was the main reason. I had been to the island some years before and found that little has changed. Of course, we enjoyed the beaches a lot. We tried to stay away from the crowded town beach. The restaurants in Aegina port town were nothing spectacular and they basically all served the same thing. We did enjoy the outdoor ...

General: I expected something more

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

We visited Aegina in September and stayed for almost a week. We chose this island because we wanted to go somewhere close to Athens, so that the children would not get too tired from the trip. We arrived by plane in Athens airport and then we went by ferry to Aegina. At this point, I have to say that the Metro ticket from Athens airport to Piraeus port was very expensive!! The island itself was...

General: Empty in January

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

There was an amazing church in the middle of the island somewhere. We found it by luck and happened to stop by at a whim and I am so happy we did. It was very empty because it was January. There were few tourists. The shopping was pretty neat--a lot of cool jewelry. The food was mostly bland, except for the sausages--those were amazing! The family restaurants that were less-crowded had great ...

General: Breathtaking scenery Amazing people

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

The main purpose of our visit was to go at the Convent of Agios Nektarios, the miracle-worker, on the island of Aegina. The Monastery of Saint Nektarios is an impressive place, even for non-believers, and the story of Saint Nektarios life is one of a kind - esp since he is the last saint to be canonized, actally living in the 20th century --- a revelation!!! We were on Aegina on low season, so...

General: Authentic with nice people

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Hello, my name is Alina Mustata and I'm Romanian. I'm 32 years old, and I've been up to 15 countries. In the summer of 2006 I went to Greece and the island of Aegina. I arrived on the island by car. The trip was very good. The reason I visited this particular island is because it was recommended by friends. I visited the island just for praying to St.Nektarios. Everything was all right. ...

General: It met my expectations

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Hello, I'm British and I'm 46 years old. I've been to many countries. I arrived on the island by boat with the Saron Cat from Piraeus to Aegina. The trip was pretty good. I had previously visited Aegina Town (from Agistri) and wanted to see the whole island of Aegina, because I really liked it the first time. Before I arrived on the island I knew little about Aegina Town and about archeol...

General: Impressive archaeological sites

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: British
Age: 50
The trip: I arrived on the island by plane from London to Athens, bus from Athens to Piraeus and by Saron Cat ferry to Agia Marina
Reasons for going to Aegina: I have only visited Aegina Town before and wanted to see the rest of the island
Idea of the island/area before arriving: Knew very little about the island, only Aegina Town
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General: A second stay in Aegina

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

They always say 'never go back', but in the case of Aegina, we just couldn't resist. Although this island is very small, and doesn't have the best beaches, there is something about the atmosphere and the friendliness of the people that make it irresistible. We stay in the Senia Studios in Aghia Marina - the family who run the aprtments are so nice - which is set just far enough back from the ...

General: A haven for quick getaways

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: Greek-Australian
Age: 37
Countries visited: > 5-10
The trip: The trip was very good got to Aegina on a boat called Phoivos.
Reasons for going to Aegina: I had been there last year as well and I enjoyed my stay so I took more friends along this year.
Idea of the island/area before arriving: Because I had spent a weekend in Aegina last year I prett...

General: Peace, quiet and sunshine just next to Athens

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: British
Age: 58

The trip: I arrived on Aegina in Greece by air travel and then by Flying Dolphin.
Reasons for going to Aegina: Been there before and I really liked it.
Idea before arriving: The first time that I came I thought that it would be nice and quiet. I had great time and that is the reason I am coming back.
Expectations and opinio...

General: Relaxing Island and authentic

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: Norwegian
Age: 51

The trip: Boat from Piraeus to Agia Marina in Aegina.
Reasons for going to Aegina: Wanted to find a relaxing place and I love the town of Aegina Island.
Idea before arriving: I came here many times before.
Expectations and opinions: It met my expectations every time I visit the island. I like it much for its authenticity...

General: Nice walks in the town

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: French
Age: 26

The trip: We took the Hellenic Seaways ferries from the port of Piraeus.
Reasons for going to Aegina: We were on a trip to Athens Greece and went there a few days for its proximity to the capital.
Idea before arriving: That it was the capital of Pistachos and that it would have beautiful churches.
Expectations and opinions: ...

General: Nice harbour

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

Nationality: French
Age: 40

The trip: Flight to Athens, stay in Athens few days then Hellenic Seaways ferry to Aegina.
Reasons for going to Aegina: Not far from Athens.
Idea before arriving: According to our travelbook there was a nice church and Aphai's temple and also a lot of pistachos.
Expectations and opinions: It met our expectations. The church ...

General: Aegina, a nice place for a couple of days

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

I went to various greek islands and Aegina is not my favourite one; it is very nice for a day or two. There are not many beaches(in comparison with other islands). I like the nightlife there. There are not so many tourists on the island and went out in some places only with Greeks and it was a nice experience. The people there was very kind. The town is beautiful and the fish taverns are excell...

General: Break in Aegina

Thu, 22 May 2008 08:11:20 GMT

We were looking for a peaceful place for our holidays and we found Aegina. It is close to Athens ( one hour and a half by boat) and that is the reason why we have chose it. We felt in love with the pictoresque port and the welcoming town with its magnificent neoclassical constructions. We stayed in a lovely seaside village called Perdika where we relaxed, ate many good things and took night wa...