yes, Olympic sucks, and OLD is the right word – not just for the rugs and the seats, but also the air hostesses and management of the company overall. But their security record is one of the best worldwide, I think, with very few and small accidents in their history, and they are well respected for their technical staff. But, in all honesty, fly with Aegean the next time you are in Greece, at least for the comfort!

Our airport is small, which is why you have to take the bus from the runway to the terminal… actually, I have had to take the bus to and from the terminal in many international airports, including Vienna, Frankfurt, Amsterdam, Zurich, Athens, Detroit, Chicago and Paris. Whether you take the bus or just open the door to one of the gates, that has to do with the size of the plane, gates, runway, etc. But it does suck not to have any options! At the airport in Alexandroupolis, you actually walk from the plane to the terminal!

waiting lines and cues? such discipline is not to be found here…

I’m sorry about your trouble with your medicine! It helps to have the doctor’s prescription with you when traveling. Or transfer a portion to a smaller bottle of 100ml, which creates no problems whatsoever. Total liquids/creams have to fit in the 8nce plastic bag, but each bottle cannot be more than 100ml. It’s the same all over Europe since 2006, and i guess in the States, too, right?

Even though it got off to a cranky start, I hope your stay in Thessaloniki is enjoyable! I’m sure you’ll enjoy the food and a long long walk in the promanade. It;s also the time of the year when enough cultural events are taking place, with concerts and dance performances!

all the best
Maria