Alonisos

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Alonissos is a peaceful island, clean and quiet sitting on the edge of the Aegean Sea. Like the rest of the Sporades Islands, itβ€™s green and hilly, with dramatic, rocky cliffs to the north. It's the most environmentally savvy of all of the islands as the water around the island declared a marine park.

Originally known for its vineyards, the island went through troubled times after a disease struck the vines destroying the industry in the 1965s. Shortly after a large earthquake destroyed the islandβ€™s main town, after which the population was rehoused on the site of the port at Patitiri.

The main town, Patitiri, isn't your typical Greek Island village, lacking the picturesque ambience of the many other islands, but it is a great base to explore the rest of the island. It is named after the wine presses that were one located there. Most of the islandβ€™s beaches are found on the islandβ€™s south and west, while to the north there are many walking trails and cliff walks to be discovered.

On the hill behind Patitiri is the islandβ€™s original village. Although some have moved back to the site, it still has the feel a ghost town, still, quiet and picturesque, the streets give a taste of how it used to be on the island. The traditional white houses and narrow streets, especially near the top of the hill, give the visitor a taste of how the town used to be.

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Incredible Trip!

It was an absolute pleasure working with Anthony & his entire team from the very start of our planning our vacation to Greece all the way through of traveling back home to Chicago. Anthony & his team ensured our entire trip was seamless. We started in Athens for 24 hours, then to Mykonos for 4 days and then Santorini for 4 days. The planning & attention to detail made the whole trip one of the best travel experiences of our life. Anthony & his team were referred to us by a couple of other friends who had also worked with them for their vacations to Greece over the past few years & we will continue referring Anthony to anyone we know who is traveling to Greece because of our incredible experience!

Written August 6, 2023

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Trip of a Lifetime

Anthony worked very closely with us to design a custom tour that was best suited to our particular needs and wants for our trip. His knowledge and expertise helped steer us to the best sites and experiences which was invaluable to exceeding our highest expectations. The selection of first class hotels, the pick up arrangements which were performed like clockwork, the knowledgeble and courteous guides all contributed to our total enjoyment.
Further we were kept informed by the guides of any advance arrangements all during the trip which as a retired business executive who values good communication greatly added to our pleasure and relaxation.
With respect to hotels, which were all great, the hotel in Santorini high up on the hillside with spectacular views of the harbor and sites was so breathtaking we were all blown away by it's unique character and beauty.
We would heartily recommend Antelope Travel, and in particular Anthony Alagiah, especially for their travels to Greece and also Turkey. It was a trip of a lifetime.

Written July 2, 2023

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