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Title: Back in 2009
Post by: Gordonc on March 15, 2009, 06:17:01 PM
Hi All

New to the forum and looking forward to returning to San Stef in May for our second visit. Our first trip was in June 2007, staying at the Little Prince and we fell in love with the village and indeed Corfu itself.

We had a memorable holiday and everyone we met in the village was very friendly and we were made very welcome at the Little Prince. Used San Stefanos Travel for a few excursions and rented a car for a few days from the car hire place in the main street, name forgotten, sign of old age perhaps!

Anyway, really looking forward to our hols but wondering what to expect temperaturewise in May, we arrive on the 8th. Also what changes in the village since were last there?

Grodon and Beryl
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 15, 2009, 08:09:08 PM
Hi Gordon and Beryl,
Welcome to this site. As you will find all on here are very friendly and helpful. Not sure poersonally what the weather is like in May but if you look on this link it will give you the weather from previous years for Corfu.
http://www.wunderground.com/history/airport/LGKR/2008/5/1/MonthlyHistory.html

This is a good weather site and if you look I have saved it to My last year for you but you can go back to any dates for a good few years back.

This following link is for SS weather but is only the short range forecast.

http://www.corfunet.com/weather/index.php

Since your last visit in 2007 there have been some new shops built and I'm not sure if the hair and beauty shop was there in 2007. Its called Monroes. Anyway it will add to your excitement to see all new things for yourselves and maybe you can report back to us oldies!!!!!!!!.
If you need any more help at all just ask away. :)
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 16, 2009, 05:12:42 AM
We were there in the last two weeks of May in 2008, weather was iffy the week before we arrived - but was fabulous for the whole of our stay. May is usually good!!
Tony
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: sharris on March 17, 2009, 10:23:53 PM
Welcome Gordon & Beryl

I have been the last 2 Mays (and Septembers !!!) and have to say its really nice in May.

May 2006 i had a better tan after one week than i did that September, last year was also good. It can be a bit breezy but that just makes it easier to lie out in sun all day !!!

Also, the island is very pretty at this time, with blossoming trees and flowers, its like Spring.

The village is also just coming back to life for the new season so everyone is gearing up for the summer and glad to be back at work i think. i always find it nice to be some of the first visitors.

Am sure you will enjoy yourselves.

Sarah H
xx
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 19, 2009, 01:44:18 AM
We agree - May should be good - it usually always is - and not too hot.
We did find that not everything was fully up and running during May - i.e. Water sports and a couple of restaurants.
but what the heck!!
Most things were open - just not all the entertainment - but we had a great time!!
Have a good holiday!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Brisey on March 19, 2009, 11:02:16 AM
We have been going to San Stef in May for the past 10 years. As it is the start of the season you are made most welcome wherever you go. Be prepared for slightly chilly evenings, there is also a possibility of a rainy day. If the Mistral, a cold wind from europe, starts blowing it can get rather chilly and it will keep you off the beach.
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 20, 2009, 01:16:10 AM
We have been going to San Stef in May for the past 10 years. As it is the start of the season you are made most welcome wherever you go. Be prepared for slightly chilly evenings, there is also a possibility of a rainy day. If the Mistral, a cold wind from europe, starts blowing it can get rather chilly and it will keep you off the beach.
Just to add to that, it only usually blows strongly for a couple of days - 3 max, so it's a day by the pool if you don't want sand everywhere!!
but the Mistrals usually run in a 10-12 day cycle of windy weather with a rough sea & breakers on the beach, for a few days followed by a change to very calm weather with sea like a mill-pond, then a gradual slow build up to breezier weather again.
in my experience, so you uaually only see one in a normal fortnight, and often don't see any at all, we found it worse (if thats is a good word), in September than in May.
We have sat through quite a few Mistrals in the last 27 years & they have never spoiled our holiday, but worth knowing what to possibly expect!!
Whatever happens, it will not put you off this resort - we usually use it as an excuse to go off in a car for a day - or to visit Corfu Town!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: SueLa on March 20, 2009, 02:14:43 AM
I recommend that you take a wooly jumper just in case as it can turn chilly in the evenings.
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 20, 2009, 02:26:29 AM
I recommend that you take a wooly jumper just in case as it can turn chilly in the evenings.
A glowing Lime Green one I suppose Sue??
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: don on March 20, 2009, 02:31:03 AM
I recommend that you take a wooly jumper just in case as it can turn chilly in the evenings.
A glowing Lime Green one I suppose Sue??

With open toes too?
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 20, 2009, 02:35:14 AM
I recommend that you take a wooly jumper just in case as it can turn chilly in the evenings.
A glowing Lime Green one I suppose Sue??

With open toes too?
You mean Open Toe Doc Martins!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 20, 2009, 09:43:47 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 21, 2009, 12:07:17 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: don on March 21, 2009, 12:36:43 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!

A change of diet could solve the problem...... If not buy a kite!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 21, 2009, 10:06:21 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!

A change of diet could solve the problem...... If not buy a kite!!

Ooh You two are awful - but I like you. :P
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 23, 2009, 02:33:32 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!

A change of diet could solve the problem...... If not buy a kite!!

Ooh You two are awful - but I like you. :P
I can just see Jules flying a pair of "Bridget Jones" big-ones on the beach - (Home-made Kite)!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 23, 2009, 09:57:19 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!

A change of diet could solve the problem...... If not buy a kite!!

Ooh You two are awful - but I like you. :P
I can just see Jules flying a pair of "Bridget Jones" big-ones on the beach - (Home-made Kite)!!
No Bridget Jones ones for me this year - on a diet and so far have lost 1st 4lbs lol!!! ;)
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Gordonc on March 24, 2009, 11:52:05 AM
Thanks for all your responses guys. We're now really looking forward to our hols and I will hire a car again as I want to have a quick look at the south of the island and spend a little more time in the hill villages. I think a couple of trips to Corfu Town will be in order too.

Never mind all that though. I can taste the Mythos already!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 25, 2009, 01:11:07 AM
In September we have only had it windy once since we have been going to SS (since 2000) and that was the year before last. It didn't spoil anything at all.
Not surprised Jules - you must have set the "Big-foot" Doc Martins into the wind and used them as windbreakers!!

A change of diet could solve the problem...... If not buy a kite!!

Ooh You two are awful - but I like you. :P
I can just see Jules flying a pair of "Bridget Jones" big-ones on the beach - (Home-made Kite)!!
No Bridget Jones ones for me this year - on a diet and so far have lost 1st 4lbs lol!!! ;)
Jules - we will look forward to you joining the Thong Brigade in that case - please post a picture!!! LOL  ::)
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: don on March 25, 2009, 02:17:59 AM
Thanks for all your responses guys. We're now really looking forward to our hols and I will hire a car again as I want to have a quick look at the south of the island and spend a little more time in the hill villages. I think a couple of trips to Corfu Town will be in order too.

Never mind all that though. I can taste the Mythos already!!

Is the thought of Bridget JULES TJones that off-putting you plan to leave San Stef? LOL
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 27, 2009, 02:27:46 AM
Thanks for all your responses guys. We're now really looking forward to our hols and I will hire a car again as I want to have a quick look at the south of the island and spend a little more time in the hill villages. I think a couple of trips to Corfu Town will be in order too.

Never mind all that though. I can taste the Mythos already!!

Is the thought of Bridget JULES TJones that off-putting you plan to leave San Stef? LOL
It's a scary thought!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 27, 2009, 09:33:37 AM
Thanks for all your responses guys. We're now really looking forward to our hols and I will hire a car again as I want to have a quick look at the south of the island and spend a little more time in the hill villages. I think a couple of trips to Corfu Town will be in order too.

Never mind all that though. I can taste the Mythos already!!

Is the thought of Bridget JULES TJones that off-putting you plan to leave San Stef? LOL
It's a scary thought!!

Scary thought indeed lol!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: don on March 27, 2009, 10:52:11 PM
Scary Thought No 2    No pun intended!


Overheard at work today.... Young child throwing a strop so mummy says..."Now come on you're a big girl now. You can't cuddle POOH until you're in your bye-bye!"   Took a while until we clicked she meant Winnie! 
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: SueLa on March 28, 2009, 02:55:32 AM
LOL  Don
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: Jules on March 28, 2009, 11:21:52 AM
Scary Thought No 2    No pun intended!


Overheard at work today.... Young child throwing a strop so mummy says..."Now come on you're a big girl now. You can't cuddle POOH until you're in your bye-bye!"   Took a while until we clicked she meant Winnie! 
So glad she meant Winnie - the other just doesn't bear!!!!  thinking about
Title: Re: Back in 2009
Post by: tonyco1 on March 29, 2009, 10:51:04 PM
Scary Thought No 2    No pun intended!


Overheard at work today.... Young child throwing a strop so mummy says..."Now come on you're a big girl now. You can't cuddle POOH until you're in your bye-bye!"   Took a while until we clicked she meant Winnie! 
So glad she meant Winnie - the other just doesn't bear!!!!  thinking about
Good old DOn and his love of No.2's!! LOL