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Author Archives: alonnisos
Alonnisos Loses a Beloved Resident
It is with deep sadness that I report the recent passing of Δέσποινα of the “ΔΕΣΠΟΙΝΑ Gift Shop” in the Old Village. She, along with her husband Yiannis and other members of her family, have operated that beautiful shop for … Continue reading
Posted in Alonnisos - Miscellaneous
Tagged Eleonas, ΔΕΣΠΟΙΝΑ Gift Shop
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An Additional Recommended Taxi Driver in Athens
In an earlier post, I highly recommended a taxi driver in Athens named Spiros Halkides, whose services we have used many times over the past 15 or more years. We have always been pleased with the quality of those services, … Continue reading
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Tagged Kostas Markouslis, Recommended taxi drivers in Athens
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Astrofegia Restaurant & Bar – Old Village
The Astrofegia Restaurant & Bar is an excellent dining option in the Old Village of Alonnisos. It has been in business for decades, and continues to be run efficiently and successfully by the same family. Currently, it is being managed … Continue reading
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Al Diavolo – Pizza Restaurant in the Old Village
After all our trips to Greece we surely do love Greek food. And, there are simply times when we have a taste for an alternative cuisine. Fortunately, there is a very nice pizza restaurant open in the Old Village, Al … Continue reading
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Tagged al Diavolo, pizza
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Το Στεκι (“The Joint”) – Souvaki and Gyros Shop in Patitiri
One sure way to know if a restaurant is a great place to eat is when you see every table filled, and also many people waiting for carry-out orders. Το Στεκι is clearly that type of place. This small but … Continue reading
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Tagged gyros, souvlaki, To Steki
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Demi’s Restaurant in the Old Village
During our last visit to Alonnisos in 2019 we ate at Demi’s Restaurant a couple of times late in the season. We found both the food and the service to be solid. For whatever reason, I never got around to … Continue reading
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Tagged Alonnisos restaurants, Demi's Restaurant
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The Alonissos App from Zesti.gr
For an additional information resource about Alonnisos beyond this blog, anyone who visits the island with a smartphone really should download and use the Alonissos App prior to your trip (see screen shot to your right). This advanced, user-friendly application … Continue reading
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Getting to Alonnisos from Athens via the port of Mantoudi in Evia
People on their way to Alonnisos who arrive in Athens, and who do not want to fly to Skiathos (for an ensuing boat transfer to Alonnisos), or who are unable to book a flight to Skiathos, can travel to the … Continue reading
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Insurance Services in Alonnisos
A trusted friend of ours, George Tsoukanas, offers top-quality insurance services for Alonnisos residents, as well as homeowners on the island who are from the EU and other countries too. He can provide access to coverage for homes, businesses, autos, … Continue reading
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ElectroNet Alonnisos – Wide Selection of Electronic Products, Excellent Service
Back in 2018 the 20-year old refrigerator in our family home in Alonnisos began to fail, so we had to face the fact that it was time to replace it. While some folks on the island suggested that we shop … Continue reading
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Tagged ElectroNet, electronics, Patitiri
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