We went several years ago to Lesvos, stayed in Petra and have always promised ourselves a return visit but not managed it yet, the transfer time from the airport if I remember rightly was a little long, sore our first red squirrel in PEtra, found the locals very friendly, the only bad thing was the hotel, I will not mention it's name as it could well have changed hands by now, the owner did not allow you to have a kettle or and type of drink in your room, because no one was using the pool took all the sun beds away it was run very poorly but he was new to the business, but Lesvos itself was beautiful.
pojo

You do remember rightly pojo,
Our transfer took 3 hours to Eftalou. The transfer coach was old, the airconditioning was weak/non existant and it was an extremely hot day. No water was available and one chap was overcome by the heat and was taken off. If we had been cattle someone would have faced prosecution!
Lesvos is a great island and still retains a lot of Greek character. The next time we visit we'll get a car from the airport.

We have arranged a hired car from the airport - which makes tranfers really easy.

Kath - we go on the 26 July for two weeks - mid-holiday season, I know, but I work in a school and the one drawback is going in school holidays.

Really looking forward to it!

Helen

Oh, good choice with the Sea Horse! We have never stayed there but are going to this September - simply because the staff / family have always been so nice to us. We've spent many an hour downstairs sipping our drinks, feeding the fish and watching the boats come in an out. They also own the boat that goes to Skala Sikiminias - a trip (and village) you should not miss.

We normally stay in Petra (and are in June) but always spend a fair bit of time in Molyvos. Great people. Great food. Stunning 'village' (it was a Greek city state in 500BC). You'll honestly remember your first view of it for the rest of your life. The Sea Horse is down in the harbour and I'd say you'll have about ten restaurants to choose from in just a few minutes walk and lots more up in the village proper.

Petra is worth a proper exploration too. It has many great restaurants and tavernas and a sandy beach but just follow your nose and see what you bump into.

If you walk or drive up to some of the surrounding villages you will find little or no evidence that this part of the island is considered a tourist destination. In between villages be a little careful with your camera though; Turkey is only just over the water and the Greek military have facilities they do not want photographed.

Have a fantastic time.

We stayed there last September and had a greaat time. A lovely hotel I would recommend to anyone. Feeding the fish when having breakfast is great. Some great eating places at night close by.

The Seahorse is in a great location and the staff are really friendly. We did however find a couple of restaurants here (by the harbour) very touristy and overpriced, probably because of the visiting yachts. Our meal at the Captains Table was poor and the owner, an Australian lady called Melinda, was quite snooty. We may just have been unlucky.

Well, now Helen is sorted out can I please ask for some help on another resport.

1. Do any tour operators still go to Sigri?

2. Has anyone been there? What I'm really after is opinions on staying there for a fortnight when we do not drive. Would we go stir-crazy? Could we get across to Skala Eressos - which has umpteen restaurants and bars - by bike?

We went into Sigri with another couple last September but only for long enough to take a look round the castle and eat lunch. Thought the little crescent beach next to the village was lovely - as was the taverna there.
It really is 'the end of the road' for Lesbos though - or probably anywhere else we've been.

No rush; this would be for next year.

We thought Sigri was charming and found at least 5 tavernas but for us a couple of days would be enough. We had a car and drove to Skala Eressos on good roads but I seem to remember a coastal track that might be walkable. Dont know any tour operators doing it now, think Sunvil and Direct have dropped it

Peter_Andrew

I have stayed in Sigri for about a week in June 2006, I have sent a pm.

Well, I'm starting to think 'rdv' is right and - unless anyone knows better - no British tour companies are going to Sigri this year. So... unless one of them changes their mind for 2008, that means I don't really have a problem any more!

We try to go to Greece twice a year but independent travel is way beyond our means (and hassle-threshold) and sadly it sounds like that would be the only way. So it goes.

I suppose Skala Eressou or a two centre holiday (thanks for suggesting that 'Ouzo') including Skala Eressou might be a option. We wouldn't mind leaving our room behind and blowing an extra 50-60 euros to stay in Sigri a couple of nights. We've done that an Lesvos before with both Molyvos and Skala Eressou and really enjoyed the 'break'.

By the way, Skala Eressou may be a long trek but it really is a very nice Lesvos resort too, with loads of restaurants and shops, good swimming and a huge beach. Not being drivers we went down there on the lunchtime 'school' bus from Kalloni in 2005 and stayed two nights. As the only buses back out were at 0600, we did end up paying for a rather expensive taxi ride back to Petra though...

we do exactly the same thing, last year we were based in Tolon but booked a couple of nights in Monemvasia. Its a good way of getting to know areas that are too far for a day trip. We first tried it when staying in the Pelion. We wanted to visit Meteora and stayed in Kalambaca for a night, much more relaxing than trying to do it as a day trip.
As for Lesvos we particularly like the Eftalou area. Its within walking distance of Molyvos and very unspoilt.

The local bus runs Anaxos - Petra - Molyvos - Efthalou too. Efthalou has a very long pebble beach, the hot springs and a couple of good tavernas.

A good place to stay in Plomari is the Pebble Beach Hotel. Plomari is a traditional town with little tourist infrastructure. If you go say hello to Jimmy/George and Angie for us (Elaine & Pete)

Hi Peter
This is the only tour operator I could find offering accommodation in Sigri and flights with British Airways.
http://www.greeksun.co.uk/island-details.asp?IslandId=73
Kath

Thanks Kath but (sigh) transfer to Sigri is by the hire car they include in the package... which you obviously have to drive yourself... and we don't drive.

Never mind. We're off to Petra in 10 days!

Anyone know the ourania? In petra?

hi

just returned from the ourania appts today if you still need info let me know ok

lesley

Thanks, but got back yesterday after a great holiday! What room was you lesley?

hope you had a great time as we did, guess you were on the fca flight too,
we were in room 8 on the top floor, great views of the mountains.
had the pool to ourselves on some days, was christos as grumpy as usual ?? and did he get his water feature up and running?? was building it while we were there. to be honest we had a brilliant 2 weeks there, good enough for us to rebook for next year, how did you find it ?