Book in advance
Book early and book as much as you can using your credit card,
in order to pay in advance. We did a mixture of hotels and homestays. All were
paid in advance which took some of the stress out of the cash/credit conundrum.
They also have protection plans for the consumer in case anything goes wrong.
We booked all of our ferries in advance, also with a credit card
online. This isn't essential, but it took a lot of the stress out of our
multi-island journey, enabling us to beat the crowds crushing into the ports
for last-minute tickets.
Car hire?
Figure out early if you'll need to rent a car where you're
staying. There are limited numbers of cars on the islands and getting stranded
in a scenic, but remote and rocky villa isn't much fun. You might be able to
get one on arrival, but be prepared to pay a premium. The number of taxis is
also quite limited on the islands.
Carry cash
Carry cash and in small denominations -- not every business will
accept a credit card. Many shops, ferry canteens, small supermarkets and family
restaurants are running low on change, and will ask you for exact change if
possible.
If you're looking to save a euro or two, visit some of the
islands off the beaten path. Mykonos is
gorgeous, but you will pay a hefty premium for the glamorous scene.
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