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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 19, 2014, 12:03:36 AM »
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 19, 2014, 12:02:09 AM »
Hi all, thanks for the replies.... 
Today saw a sunny, warmer day. There was still dark clouds looming to the East, but they stayed there, so we had a nice dry day.
There has been work going on behind closed doors at the old Chinese restaurant premises, and I can confirm today that it is going to be an Italian restaurant.
They are hoping to be open within the next 2 weeks, having to wait for final paperwork to come through. One thing about Greece.....you have to have lots of patience when it comes to paperwork, as there's always lots of it!!
Today saw a sunny, warmer day. There was still dark clouds looming to the East, but they stayed there, so we had a nice dry day.
There has been work going on behind closed doors at the old Chinese restaurant premises, and I can confirm today that it is going to be an Italian restaurant.
They are hoping to be open within the next 2 weeks, having to wait for final paperwork to come through. One thing about Greece.....you have to have lots of patience when it comes to paperwork, as there's always lots of it!!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 17, 2014, 11:26:21 PM »
Slightly overcast start to the day, but turned into sunshine later.
There were some brooding black clouds over the hills towards Corfu town, but stayed nice and dry here.
Great to see some familiar faces today after yesterdays flights....welcome back all!
The grill room near Bar 38, which was called 'delicious' last year, has just re-opened, with the owner of the building, Sophia, at the helm. So now back to three grills again, with Yiannis Gyros, and Tasty Corner at either end of the road to Avliotes, and this one in between.
And good to see things a little busier this evening....quite a few people watching the FA cup final, and non football fans enjoying dinner.
And tonight is Keith Mitchell's first stint of the season in Athens Bar, pretty sure he'll be there reguarly through the summer.
There were some brooding black clouds over the hills towards Corfu town, but stayed nice and dry here.
Great to see some familiar faces today after yesterdays flights....welcome back all!
The grill room near Bar 38, which was called 'delicious' last year, has just re-opened, with the owner of the building, Sophia, at the helm. So now back to three grills again, with Yiannis Gyros, and Tasty Corner at either end of the road to Avliotes, and this one in between.
And good to see things a little busier this evening....quite a few people watching the FA cup final, and non football fans enjoying dinner.
And tonight is Keith Mitchell's first stint of the season in Athens Bar, pretty sure he'll be there reguarly through the summer.
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 16, 2014, 11:25:56 PM »
Sunny day today, but still a little cooler than is expected at this time of the year. We have been reliably informed that summer starts on Monday!
My parents left today after a lovely week at Little Prince, where they were well looked after.
Shane at the juice bar made some lovely rolls and a salad for them for the journey, so they won't go hungry on the way home!
A few showers this evening has meant it has been a ittle quiet again in the bars tonight....hopefully the nice balmy evenings will be upon us very soon!
My parents left today after a lovely week at Little Prince, where they were well looked after.
Shane at the juice bar made some lovely rolls and a salad for them for the journey, so they won't go hungry on the way home!
A few showers this evening has meant it has been a ittle quiet again in the bars tonight....hopefully the nice balmy evenings will be upon us very soon!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 16, 2014, 01:16:39 AM »
Well, another windy day here today. Started off wet, but by the afternoon the sun was shinging down on us again, all be it with the wind still blowing!
Plenty of people wandering around this afternoon, and enjoying a drink in some of the bars.
As my parents have been here for a week, we've had the opportunity to go out a little. This evening we ate at Beachcombers for the first time, and have to say it was absolutely delicious. Lovely fresh, home cooked food, and no problem catering for my caeliac Mum. In fact, every taverna she's been to this week ( Mediterranean Village, Little Prince, 2 Stars, Night Owl in Afionas, and Beachcombers) have all had no problems providing her with a choice of suitable dishes.
Due to the weather we sat inside, which was very pleasant, but I can imagine how lovely it would be to sit outside on a warm evening, either there, or in any of the other tavernas on the beach.
Plenty of people wandering around this afternoon, and enjoying a drink in some of the bars.
As my parents have been here for a week, we've had the opportunity to go out a little. This evening we ate at Beachcombers for the first time, and have to say it was absolutely delicious. Lovely fresh, home cooked food, and no problem catering for my caeliac Mum. In fact, every taverna she's been to this week ( Mediterranean Village, Little Prince, 2 Stars, Night Owl in Afionas, and Beachcombers) have all had no problems providing her with a choice of suitable dishes.
Due to the weather we sat inside, which was very pleasant, but I can imagine how lovely it would be to sit outside on a warm evening, either there, or in any of the other tavernas on the beach.
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 15, 2014, 12:38:32 AM »
Hi All, tonights report comes from a very windy San Stef!
The day started overcast, then brightened up, then the wind picked up, with a couple of heavy showers this evening, and now is hopefully blowing itself out, to, (fingers crossed) give us a nice day tomorrow!
Still, the slightly cooler weather is being enjoyed by plenty of walkers, some heading over the cliff to Arillas, others I spotted this afternoon heading back from Avliotes.
Unfortunately tonight is very blustery, so it's a quiet village we've just walked through this evening.
Lovely photos Dupnica, and Jimbo, lots of frogs available!
The day started overcast, then brightened up, then the wind picked up, with a couple of heavy showers this evening, and now is hopefully blowing itself out, to, (fingers crossed) give us a nice day tomorrow!
Still, the slightly cooler weather is being enjoyed by plenty of walkers, some heading over the cliff to Arillas, others I spotted this afternoon heading back from Avliotes.
Unfortunately tonight is very blustery, so it's a quiet village we've just walked through this evening.
Lovely photos Dupnica, and Jimbo, lots of frogs available!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 14, 2014, 12:12:32 AM »
A slightly overcast day, with a literally 1 minute shower thrown in this afternoon.....not enough to make people run for cover though!
Lots of people waking around today, and we met Swedebasher and Mrs Swedebasher today for the first time, which was very nice.
After yesterdays transfers, there are lots of familiar faces re-appearing....so nice to catch up with peope we met last year.
Many people were heading around the village today to greet the locals they know from all their previous visits.
Thats one of the things that makes this place special......
Lots of people waking around today, and we met Swedebasher and Mrs Swedebasher today for the first time, which was very nice.
After yesterdays transfers, there are lots of familiar faces re-appearing....so nice to catch up with peope we met last year.
Many people were heading around the village today to greet the locals they know from all their previous visits.
Thats one of the things that makes this place special......
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 13, 2014, 01:05:17 AM »
A sunny, though slightly hazy day today, but still beautifully warm.
With the opening of Acabar today, I think just about everywhere is now up and running for the 2014 season.
Tour operator changeover day again today, so the departure of some guests, and the arrival of new guests keep the coaches busy.
Quite a lot of people walking around during the day, but still quiet evenings, but I'm sure with more people arriving each week, the bars will all soon be pretty busy.
There are still lots of lovely wildflowers in bloom, and the olive trees are also flowering, leaving a thin coating of yellow pollen dust over things. By the looks of the trees, it could very wel be a bumper crop later in the year!
With the opening of Acabar today, I think just about everywhere is now up and running for the 2014 season.
Tour operator changeover day again today, so the departure of some guests, and the arrival of new guests keep the coaches busy.
Quite a lot of people walking around during the day, but still quiet evenings, but I'm sure with more people arriving each week, the bars will all soon be pretty busy.
There are still lots of lovely wildflowers in bloom, and the olive trees are also flowering, leaving a thin coating of yellow pollen dust over things. By the looks of the trees, it could very wel be a bumper crop later in the year!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 12, 2014, 01:25:36 AM »
Dupnica, what a lovely story!
There is a new dog in the village this year....Jack the lab.
He appeared a couple of months ago, and is a lovely, gentle dog.
He wanders the village every day, follows people on their strolls around the village, gets fed by various locals, and at night often sleeps on our dogs bed outside the shop.
Just got back from a nightcap at Aquarius, where he was curled up on their decking.
Today was another sunny one.
Took a walk over the headland to Arillas today, and met quite a lot of walkers, heading in both directions. The path is pretty narrow in places, but fortunately just about still passable, and makes for a nice walk, and some beautiful views down to both Arillas and San Stef. Hopefully the path will remain passable (even if it has to be moved slightly more inland,) as it is nice for people to be able to walk from one village to the other.
There is a new dog in the village this year....Jack the lab.
He appeared a couple of months ago, and is a lovely, gentle dog.
He wanders the village every day, follows people on their strolls around the village, gets fed by various locals, and at night often sleeps on our dogs bed outside the shop.
Just got back from a nightcap at Aquarius, where he was curled up on their decking.
Today was another sunny one.
Took a walk over the headland to Arillas today, and met quite a lot of walkers, heading in both directions. The path is pretty narrow in places, but fortunately just about still passable, and makes for a nice walk, and some beautiful views down to both Arillas and San Stef. Hopefully the path will remain passable (even if it has to be moved slightly more inland,) as it is nice for people to be able to walk from one village to the other.
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 11, 2014, 12:27:51 AM »
Hi all, think the webcam lens must need a wipe, cos the weather is gorgeous!
Quite a few sitting enjoying an afternoon drink in the sun at Athens Bar this afternoon.
Plenty of new arrivals yesterday, and a few burnt shoulders today....its easy to forget how powerful the sun can be here.
Fantasea wasn't open afew days ago when I walked by, but I will take a look tomorrow, and report back.
Saw the funniest thing today....there are 2 dogs that always wander the village together, a little black and tan spaniel, and a sandy coloured 'corfu special' (short legs, long coat, curly tail). They live up the hill near Kapitanios, and Tereza's. and we saw them every day last season, when they'd stop in to say Hi to our dog Bod, take a quick drink from his bowl, then carry on their journey. Today, I was walking back down the hill, and as I passed Kapiatanios the little spaniel came out, stopped just past the pool entrance, barked twice, and out trots her little mate! They then proceed down the hill together to the village centre!! So cute!
Quite a few sitting enjoying an afternoon drink in the sun at Athens Bar this afternoon.
Plenty of new arrivals yesterday, and a few burnt shoulders today....its easy to forget how powerful the sun can be here.
Fantasea wasn't open afew days ago when I walked by, but I will take a look tomorrow, and report back.
Saw the funniest thing today....there are 2 dogs that always wander the village together, a little black and tan spaniel, and a sandy coloured 'corfu special' (short legs, long coat, curly tail). They live up the hill near Kapitanios, and Tereza's. and we saw them every day last season, when they'd stop in to say Hi to our dog Bod, take a quick drink from his bowl, then carry on their journey. Today, I was walking back down the hill, and as I passed Kapiatanios the little spaniel came out, stopped just past the pool entrance, barked twice, and out trots her little mate! They then proceed down the hill together to the village centre!! So cute!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 10, 2014, 12:40:21 AM »
Today saw another lovely sunny day.....hopefully there's a pattern forming here!
One of the main tour operator changeover days today, so lots of comings and goings of coaches, and more new arrivals.
No sunbeds on the beach as yet, although Manthos has some in his garden area outside his taverna.
Bar 38 and Aquarius Bar both now open too, so I think that is just about everyone open for the season now...lots of choices to enjoy a lovely cold beer on a hot day!
One of the main tour operator changeover days today, so lots of comings and goings of coaches, and more new arrivals.
No sunbeds on the beach as yet, although Manthos has some in his garden area outside his taverna.
Bar 38 and Aquarius Bar both now open too, so I think that is just about everyone open for the season now...lots of choices to enjoy a lovely cold beer on a hot day!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 08, 2014, 11:38:42 PM »
Another sunny day, so luckily the guests who came last Friday for a week have had some great weather after last weekend!
Nearly everyone open now. Saw Glen from Aquarius Bar earlier, who said he wil probably be opening tomorrow, just a few last minute jobs to do.
I used the laundry service next to the olive wood shop for the first time, and would just like to mention how efficient they were. Got a big bag of washing done (approx 5 kilos ) for 8 euros, washed only, and it was all washed folded and packed when I returned just over an hour later. For 12 euros they will dry and iron it for you too....a great service if you don't want to bring loads of luggage!
Nearly everyone open now. Saw Glen from Aquarius Bar earlier, who said he wil probably be opening tomorrow, just a few last minute jobs to do.
I used the laundry service next to the olive wood shop for the first time, and would just like to mention how efficient they were. Got a big bag of washing done (approx 5 kilos ) for 8 euros, washed only, and it was all washed folded and packed when I returned just over an hour later. For 12 euros they will dry and iron it for you too....a great service if you don't want to bring loads of luggage!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 08, 2014, 12:01:45 AM »
Oooops, sorry westward, forgot to mention the mozzies!
Not many around at the moment, but its best to be prepared, especially if, like me, you're their favourite snack.
The plug in's really help to keep them from your room, and are readily available in the supermarkets here. It also helps to close patio doors at dusk, as this is when they like to invade!
I also use a repellent in the evenings, and don't use any perfumed products.
They can be little pests, but if you take precautions, hopefuly you won't get too much of a problem with them
Not many around at the moment, but its best to be prepared, especially if, like me, you're their favourite snack.
The plug in's really help to keep them from your room, and are readily available in the supermarkets here. It also helps to close patio doors at dusk, as this is when they like to invade!
I also use a repellent in the evenings, and don't use any perfumed products.
They can be little pests, but if you take precautions, hopefuly you won't get too much of a problem with them
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 07, 2014, 11:44:37 PM »
A beautiful sunny San Stef today, and a warmer evening saw some late afternoon walkers on the beach, and more people out and about tonight than on previous evenings this week.
Condor opened this evening, and this afternoon Summer dreams were cleaning furniture, so I suspect will be opening shortly.
Even the pavement has been receiving a make over, with the curb being re-painted in bright yellow....so no excuses for falling off the edge after a few ouzo's!
Condor opened this evening, and this afternoon Summer dreams were cleaning furniture, so I suspect will be opening shortly.
Even the pavement has been receiving a make over, with the curb being re-painted in bright yellow....so no excuses for falling off the edge after a few ouzo's!
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San Stefanos news and views / Re: Whats happenin'
« on: May 06, 2014, 11:17:14 PM »
A gloriously sunny day today, so lots of happy people walking around! Hopefully the weather has now changed to summer for the next 5 months.
Shane opened zest for life for it's first day of the season today, and Acabar were cleaning all their furniture, so probably won't be far behind.
It's still a little cool in the evenings, so if you're coming soon, it may be an idea to bring something to keep a little warmer when going out at night, but it won't be too long before the nights will be lovely and warm, and the sound of crickets fills the air.
Shane opened zest for life for it's first day of the season today, and Acabar were cleaning all their furniture, so probably won't be far behind.
It's still a little cool in the evenings, so if you're coming soon, it may be an idea to bring something to keep a little warmer when going out at night, but it won't be too long before the nights will be lovely and warm, and the sound of crickets fills the air.
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