Going to Planos Aparthotel 15/05/01 will update you upon our return. We were told it is definately finished......hope so!

The Planos Apartments are in a group of hotels on the Islands and include the Admiral Hotel which is opposite. (Do not confuse with the Planos Beach Hotel or the Planos Studios which are not connected. We do not have knowledge of these other locations but did see the Planos Studios which looked very good) The Planos Apartments are newly finished and are extremely well equipped by Greek standards. There is a nice pool and it is only a short walk to the beach and to a number of supermarkets, very convenient! We were there in low season and it was not full and there were not many children, but I imagine in high season it might get very busy and more noisy. The main beach at Tsilivi on first impression was disappointing, however as you look at the sea the far right hand end seemed quieter. The water is lovely and shallow, ideal for children. If you go from the apartments and turn right, follow the road down to the beach it is much quieter and in our personal opinion the best area is just below the Alexandra Hotel. The staff at the hotel were extremely helpful, especially the manageress, Michelle. We hired a car for three days and visited Kalamaki and the Vasilikos peninsular. This area is much more picturesque and more like the Greece we know and love. Follow the coast road from Tsilivi through Zante town and Argassi to this area. Explore the little lanes off the main road, most of which have beach signs. We would recommend Mare beach which has a bar and Taverna, also Plakos which appeared ideal for families with small children. Gerakas (Turtle)beach was lovely, but has a steep climb down to it. If you want more information feel free to e-mail us at fisbar@waitrose.com. We had a good week and overall the aparthotel was an excellent base. Stamnes Taverna (out of the hotel turn right) was very good, also the Millenium Taverna (actually thanked us for sending back a rather rare steak!) offering authentic Greek hospitality. Steve and Barbara.