18May 2024 by Gail

How to get to Aegina Island with teens and tweens

Athens
When our kids were in need of a break from city exploring, we headed over for a beach day on Aegina Island. Read on for our tips on how to get to Aegina Island with teens and tweens. Aegina harbour! Beautiful beach on Aegina Island! How to get to Piraeus Port from central Athens with teens and tweens You could get a taxi from your accommodation to the port, but public transport is relatively easy, quick, and cheap. The Athens metro only has 3 lines so it is easy to navigate. We took the metro from Syngrou-Fix, a 5 minute walk downhill from our apartment (see our apartment review here). We changed trains at Omonia for the green line (line 2) which takes you down to the port. You can…
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18May 2024 by Gail

Athens Apartment for teens and tweens

Athens
We had a great apartment in Athens which was perfect for our teens and tweens. Why book an apartment with teens and tweens? We prefer to book an apartment when travelling with our teens and tweens rather than a hotel. A hotel is ok for a one or two night stay. However, we like to have a living room and a terrace / balcony when staying for longer. We all need time - and space - to chill when we are not out sightseeing. Plus, our boys definitely need space from one another! An apartment with a terrace or balcony also gives you somewhere to sit out with a glass of wine once the teens and tweens are finally asleep!. If, like us, you are travelling on a budget, having…
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14May 2024 by Gail

Athens with teens and tweens – what to pack

Athens, Greece
Here are my Top Things to Pack for a short-break in Athens with teens or tweens Beautiful beach on Aegina Island! The Parthenon! Photo stop at the Corinth Canal! 1. Sun cream and sunhats Even in mid-April, temperatures were in the late 20s. The narrow streets and covered outdoor terraces of the historic centre do offer shade. However, you will be completely exposed to the sun on the Acropolis and at the Agora. A high factor sun cream and hats for everyone are definitely something to pack for Athens with teens and tweens! 2. Walking boots / comfortable shoes with a good grip Be prepared to walk – a lot! The streets are hilly and can be uneven. In some areas, particularly at the Acropolis and other ancient sites, stone…
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