In just one year, approximately 33 million people will visit Greece. In fact, the tourism industry makes up about a quarter of the nation’s GDP! This shows how awesome a trip to Greece is- it’s a once-in-a-lifetime essential experience that you’ll remember for many years to come.
But how can you plan a trip to Greece that perfectly suits your interests? That’s what we’re going to talk about today. Read on to learn how to create the perfect itinerary for your journey!
Check for Flights and Hotels Early
Checking for flights to Greece and hotels you can stay at should happen extremely early on in the process. If you fail to book early, you may not get a seat on the flight you want or a hotel that’s up to your standards. Even if you do, it will be much more expensive.
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The ideal booking time is 3-4 months prior to your trip. Use an app like StudentUniverse (if you’re a university student) or Skyscanner. Google Flights also is a possibility. Hotel-wise, you can simply Google and browse hotels in the areas where you plan to stay.
Consider Your Interests
When planning a trip, it’s important that you consider the specific things that you’re interested in. If you want to soak up a lot of current culture and interact authentically with locals, small towns may be a good place to start. History buffs and foodies may want to hit up major cities to view historical sites or taste authentic meals.
No matter what you like, having a relaxing weekend on a beach is a great way to round out your getaway and relax between destinations. Head to the beaches on Paxos for a couple of days to get some sun, surf, and seafood. You’ll leave feeling refreshed and ready to move on to your next destination.
Bring the Right People
Traveling solo is an amazing experience that we definitely recommend that you try at least once. Greece is a great destination for this adventure because it’s safe and there’s a lot for lone travelers to do.
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However, if you do choose to bring others along, make sure that they’re friends who share your interests. You don’t want to get stuck at a resort when you want to be seeing local sites!
Create an Itinerary
Finally, you’ll need to create an itinerary for travel. This will let you know the exact locations where you need to book hotels on specific nights. It also will ensure that you move along at a quick enough pace to do and see everything that you want to experience. Type up your dream itinerary in a Word doc, look it over, and decide whether or not it’s feasible.
Make sure that you stay flexible, though! You don’t want to miss out on new adventures because your itinerary said no. Your plans should be fairly loose and adjustable while you’re in Greece.
Plan a Trip to Greece Today
Now that you know some of the things to consider when you plan a trip to Greece, it’s time to get started with your itinerary.
Check out the ‘cool vibes’ tab on our home page for some general travel ideas to keep in mind when creating a plan for your next adventure. Here, you’ll find articles on packing, flight deals, what to wear as you trek through other countries, and more, so start browsing now!
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