Day: May 2, 2020

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Doing Laundry: Chania

Easywash Self Service Laundry

I always do the laundry when we travel. I make sure that I am able to find a coin operated laundromat any where we go. The secret of keeping our luggage light and clean. It is in knowing this, we are able to keep our checked baggage at 15kg each. This gives us more space if we do some shopping with out the worry of excess baggage. Cholo is fond of bringing lamps and silver after our trips – so it’s already a standard operating procedure for the both of us.

It’s is also best to take a light load with you going through the Greek islands – because frankly it can get tricky tugging on your luggage, plus there are certain extra fees that you have to pay when you take taxi rides with a ton of luggage.

We were also taking a domestic flight back to Athens from Crete. So we had to make sure that we meet the baggage requirement of the airline company. Traveling light is always the key.

This laundromat is named EasyWash Self Service Laundry . It is located less than 5 minutes from the main bus stop in Chania. Washers are €3 and dryers are at €0.50 per 10 minutes. There are packets of laundry detergent available for purchase at the dispenser for €1.

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Receiving The Gift of Raki

The first time we received it on our table, we had to call the waiter and tell him that it must be a mistake. We did not order this 250 ml bottle with clear liquid and dessert. We told him it must belong to another table. And he goes, “It’s on the house. Enjoy!”.

This my friends is how we have fallen in love with Raki.

In every Greek Taverna we have eaten at here in Chania – may it be for lunch or dinner, every time we ask for the bill, Raki and dessert comes before the bill. You don’t ask for it. It is just given.

 

 

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Charming Chania

We found ourselves in a stunning beach town with amazing food.

 

 

The flat we rented deserves a shout out. Located on the second floor of the building, although cozy, we were living for the small patio. This, plus the windows gave light to the room. This was important to us because the room had ample morning light and a lot of afternoon sun.

We would usually have breakfast in the small round table as we people watch through the leaves of the tree. It gave us ample privacy.

 

We haven’t had lunch yet, so we decided to search for some food. Our flat, although not beach front, was located via a 3-minute walk to Nea Chora beach. The promenade of Nea Chora is lined with hotels, apartments and restaurants.

 

 

We had a nice, late lunch in a local taverna by the water. The hanging Octupi was actually what caught my attention. According to Maricar, the Greek island taverans is known for its Octopi dishes. So, it’s definitely a must.

 

We were already loving the vibe of the city of Chania. It is more relaxed and the vibe is friendlier. The people are friendlier.

 

We decided to explore its quaint streets while heading towards the old venetian port. We’d see beautifully ornate chapels, bump into an odd vendor and breeze through shops as the sun continued its descent. The old Venetian port is lovely, it is not as “big” at the other ports we’ve visited through this trip, but it’s relatively small size makes everything charming. The water from the edge is clear and clean. I saw fish dart in between the rocks as the light bounced off the waves.