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Address in France: 20, Boulevard Joseph Garnier F-06000 Nice

Address in Greece: Astrikas - Chania - Crete, 73006 Greece

Tip of the day Poros Island, Greece, Poros is a small, volcanic little island of great beauty. It is very close to Athens Greece, and is a popular summer resort to both Greeks and foreigners. Many Athenians have summerhouses here, which can be noticed in the weekends, since the island livens up a lot then. The island's name means narrow strait, and is separated from the Peloponnese and the picturesque town of Galatas by a 370 meters canal. It is considered a very romantic place, but is also great for families or backpackers. Poros is a very green island, as the ferry aproaches you can admire the pines that cover the small hills and the beaches. The town of Poros is build on the small peninsula of Sferia mainly on the small hill overlooking the port. Towards Mikro and Megalo Neorio you will find marinas for yachts and boats. The tourist season starts already from the middle of April as the island is very near to Athens and is ideal for day trips. A lot of people choose this island to be close to Athens and the many ancient sights on the mainland. There are daily excursions to the Acropolis and Mycenae, Delphi, Epidauros and Naupflion.