Greece, with its over 200 inhabited islands, often requires ferry travel while island hopping to get from one island to another. There are different types of ferries, on which I elaborate in my complete ferry travel guide blog. This blog is about taking a slow ferry, Blue Star Ferries in particular, since they have the biggest network hence the chance is quite big you’ll embark one of these. They have larger and more stable boats. Obviously they are slower than highspeed ferries, but they are way more spacious, will not make you seasick and even have cabins you can book to sleep in. So if you’re wondering how taking a slow ferry in Greece with Blue Star Ferries works, this guide is for you.
Click here to read my complete guide to ferries in Greece. The guide contains everything you need to know ferry travel in general. Such as how to save money on tickets.
Or check out my blog about how taking a highspeed ferry with Seajets works.
In case you do not like reading, I made a video about the complete process as well
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You can easily find a book ferries on a comparison website such as Ferryhopper. This way you can compare all companies and times available on one website before you book, instead of having to browse the website of different ferry companies. They have even implemented the bonus / loyalty programmes of the ferry companies into their platform. So you can save your points and miles even when booking through Ferryhopper. All you need to do is select the route and date and follow the steps. It’s important to check the timetable of the specific route you’re taking as ferry times can change depending on the destination and the time of year.
With the Ferryhopper widget below, you can start searching directly!
Boarding the ferry can be described as organized chaos, especially when it is busy during high season. If you did NOT choose business class, an airplane type seat or a cabin: be early! This way you get to board early and choose a good seat before all the public lounges are full. The boarding process goes as follows:
Disembarking is again organized chaos, but it comes down to two simple steps:
Opting for a slow ferry, like the ones offered by Blue Star Ferries, has its perks. They tend to be more spacious, offering a more relaxed (stable) and enjoyable journey. It’s arguably the best way to truly experience the beauty of islandhopping in Greece!
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