Are there any SF members from Greece?

[mouseandcat]

well, there should be quite a few things to do......mainly depends on the time of year (of course) - birding in σκαλα καλλονι - hot springs/spa - μολιβος, a touristy spot but if the weather is cooporating drive will be nice, although a long drive - a little bit of history, along the shore in αχλαδερη is where aristotle did the first ecological experiments. there's a restaurant there serves good fish. good deal too. within the city/near the city: - if you want to see the castle to satisfy your curiosity, go ahead, but it's ~10eur, i don't think it's worth it. - amphitheater, but it was closed for a long time (budget cuts, and the economy is worse now.....but you can always hop the gate, don't mind the barking dogs, they're on leashes) - beaches along the road to/from the airport into the city are awesome, not very busy. don't pay for the beach near the port/castle - σκαλα λουτρον is a nice little get away that's close. great views, decent cafes things to avoid: - princess hotel (or whatever they call it, it's half way from the city in between the airport) - "Lesvos Shop" - driving in the city i never got around to it but apparently there's amazing λουκουμαδες in μανταμαδος and my favorite σουβλακι place is πολιχνιτος (along the harbor across from the κεπ building). great location, just better γυρος, of course they deliver (22510-44128) quite envious that you'll be there. not sure when i'll have the chance to go back.

 

[joegrec]

BTW Trifylli all the way.

Does anyone know of any shoe shops in Athens?
I've tried to do some research but all I can find is Ermou St. but I can't find any more specific info.

 

[brlfvr]

Originally Posted by Simon Templar

As for service, from my experience it varies widely. Public servants are the worst. From the customs officer that levied a very unfair 200 Euro fine when i entered the country, to the people "working" in the National Museum, they all left an impression of laziness and corruption.
I really hope they slash their salaries/bonuses etc as they do not deserve them.

At other places eateries etc service was generally good although sometimes moody.

Another Prasinos fan here and i don't mean PASOK.


I think many in those positions feel there is no threat to their jobs and it shows(rude and lazy). A few years ago me and my mom were selling a family owned store in Athens. While my mom waited in line to have some paper work approved I noticed a sign behind the employee counter that said NO SMOKING. I think all but one of the employees WAS SMOKING.

Panathaniakos here

 

[NumeroeUN03XL]

MichaelAY a little steam might loosen the hand enough where it flows . it looks to be a very nice suit and fit is spot on . jus sayin looks like you're ready for that to be worn heavy ..

anyhoo

Anyone enjoy the story ? it is true all the way around mom has plenty of time to share more but all I wanted to know was about what she did before having me . she went on & on cried got mad held me like forgive me yada yada . women are so funny . dont tell the truth till someone yells like NO you will tell me who those people in the pics are holding me .

Im goin home to take whats mine though anyone wanna join this classIII partay

EN GUARD

 

[Michael Ay329]

Originally Posted by joegrec

BTW Trifylli all the way.

Does anyone know of any shoe shops in Athens?
I've tried to do some research but all I can find is Ermou St. but I can't find any more specific info.

None of any value

I had a shoemaker who measured me and then used a similarly sized last. I gave him a picture of what I wanted and was specific in what I desired. I was leaving Athens in a few days and was unable to return for any fitting, but told him ahead of time that I would have a person pick them up. I paid him in full as I was not returning.

He made exactly what I asked him to not make. The fit was too tight. It was a waste of 200 euros but taught me a good lesson.

 

[sunman42000]

kai eyo eimai elinas - Γιώργος. Meno sto Chicago ala tha pao stin elada to kalokeri

(wow - using the roman alphabet is difficult when trying to write in Greek!)

 

[joegrec]

Originally Posted by Michael Ay329

None of any value

I had a shoemaker who measured me and then used a similarly sized last. I gave him a picture of what I wanted and was specific in what I desired. I was leaving Athens in a few days and was unable to return for any fitting, but told him ahead of time that I would have a person pick them up. I paid him in full as I was not returning.

He made exactly what I asked him to not make. The fit was too tight. It was a waste of 200 euros but taught me a good lesson.

What about RTW stores? Does anyone carry any of the english shoe makers?

 

[chroMe]

Originally Posted by Tarzan

Hey I am here too

Hi Stavros and the rest. This is Panagiotis from Thessaloniki, how are you? Is your surname Niarchos by any chance?

I heart Thessaloniki, my late gf was from there. Picked up some nice shoes a few summers ago for a wedding and still wear them occasionally. Very supple, soft white leather and many a compliment. Will be going in May again before it gets too hot.

 

[NumeroeUN03XL]

Originally Posted by chroMe

I heart Thessaloniki, my late gf was from there. Picked up some nice shoes a few summers ago for a wedding and still wear them occasionally. Very supple, soft white leather and many a compliment. Will be going in May again before it gets too hot.

sounds like he looks forward to hannibal lecturing her .

 

[CHITON]

Originally Posted by politico

Greece is my favorite country. I've seen fat old Greek men eat shirtless at nice restaurants in Athens. That it makes it the most laid back country on earth.

Therefore it's the best country on earth. Greece rules.

 

[Douglas]

There are quite a few members here who like it, teh Greek. Many are on the SW&D forum.

 

[chroMe]

Originally Posted by NumeroeUN03XL

sounds like he looks forward to hannibal lecturing her .

english translation?

 

[trifili]

Originally Posted by appolyon

panathinaikos!

...greek in melbourne, aus here ... I would translate into greek ala varieme

Gia sou appolyon re manga.

As Greeks living sto eksoteriko, we should all strive to be more like appolyon he has not lost his Greek roots and attitude................variete (too lazy for all you anglophnoes) Classic Greek Male

and to top it all einai Prasinos

 

[alliswell]

poios eivai o "member" pou menei sto Chigago kai pou exei agorasei ena poucamisou apo to ckstripe?