Holidays not yet over
The holiday season is not yet over. We had a cruise ship call in yesterday. I’m not sure how many people were on it, but I hope they spent well, stayed safe and enjoyed themselves.
I’ve heard people talking about the cost of their flights (from the UK), and some prices sound remarkably low. There’s plenty of accommodation to be found on Symi, and the ferries are still running. Well, they run all winter, but it’s a limited service apart from the Blue Star which keeps its three-days per week schedule and will do, as far as I know. If you’re thinking of a half-term break, just make sure you check the ferries against your flights so you can get the timing right and don’t have to spend a night in Rhodes. Mind you, Rhodes also has plenty to offer, and I heard the Plaza is offering good rates for rooms. The Plaza is one of the hotels many Symi travellers use, but there are plenty of others nearby (not all of them open right now, perhaps), and it’s a handy location for the ferries.
Meanwhile, up here in the village, everything is still open, though bars must close at half-midnight, tavernas are still serving, the supermarkets stay open all year, and the bus is running. I mention that because I’ve seen a few posts from people asking what Symi is like in the winter because they are thinking of taking a winter break here. That’s great, and you’ll experience island life as it is, which is: no taxi boats to beaches, no beach tavernas open and many others are closed. But, there are still taverns and bars open, shops, though not tourist shops, and everyone is welcome to festivals and events when they take place. My only tip would be to make sure of your flight/ferry connections, and be prepared to be stuck in Rhodes or here if the weather turns really bad. It happens occasionally but don’t let that put you off. It’s all part of the adventure.
