Gas in Greece.

[sunseeker99]

Hi all, this is my first post so please be gentle with me. My name is Tony and I'm married to Marilyn. We have recently purchased a trailer tent and are planning to spend a few months touring Greece. Can anyone tell me if it is easy to exchange gas cylinders in Greece and which is the most popular gas, Butane or Propane. Any information would be greatfully received. Thanks .

[CliveH]

I am no expert Tony but I suspect you will have problems swapping a UK Cylinder. Tho' I have heard that you can get them refilled - 8-)

 

If it were me I would take a UK one (or two) to tide me over for the first week or so - but plan to get a local cylinder and regulator if you use a lot as gas.

 

Again - I am no expert but as you are going somewhere hopefully warm - I do not think using Propane or Butane will make a lot of difference. I do not use Butane (Blue) in the UK because we use the c'van all year round and Butane will not vaporise with our low UK temp's.

 

Can I also suggest that as an "old camper" who has travelled extensively in his youth in a tent - that much gas can be saved by using solar power for water heating especially. The highly efficient "Solar Showers" that you fill with water, place on a flat surface in the sun and have a hot shower a couple of hours later - are a real boon and save huge amounts of gas.

 

We used to used them constantly for washing up water as well as showers. In fact in Greece I would warn you that you must be careful with children because the water can be scolding hot if left too long.

 

It may be that if you can restrict gas use to just cooking then even a couple of months could be possible on UK bought cylinders.

 

What part of Greece are you going to?

 

 

[John 47]

Hi

 

In addition to Clive's advice you will probably find that it is possible to exchange Camping Gaz cylinders in Greece. I was last there about five years ago, so things may have changed but it used to be that Camping Gaz was widely available (although the quality of the cylinders left a lot to be desired!). However, CG is VERY expensive so it may be more cost-effective to get a local cylinder/regulator if you are planning a long stay. Have a good trip, whatever you choose to do. :-D

[sunseeker99]

Thanks for the advice. Looks as if I may have to buy one or two over there. To answer Clive's question, we're planning to tour the whole of Greece over several months. Have been for holidays in the past but we want to spend more time and see parts of the country tourists don't normally get to see.

[CliveH]

Have a great time !

 

And yes Johns point re getting a local cylinder and regulator is probably the best option for that length of stay.

 

Very envious of such a fantastic trip.

 

It used to be quite cheap to use the ferries to get to the Islands - I would be interested to hear if this is still the case.

 

Memories of mezze where the dishes just kept coming and wonderful ice cold beer. Not so keen on the ouzo but I got used to it!

 

Also remember lamb kebabs with feta cheese salad in a Taverna right on the beach.

 

Not sure it can ever get better than that :-S

 

 

 

[Guest pelmetman]

Greece? :-S.................isn't that part of Germany now :D

[sunseeker99]

Hi Clive, ouzo and Greek beer Mythos, happy memories. Also retsina, but it leaves you with a hell of a headache if you overindulge. As for calamari and a nice Greek salad with crusty bread............heaven. Will be consuming vast quantities of each very soon.

[CliveH]

You can go off people you know!!! :-D

 

As for retsina and ouzo - was your over indulgence sufficient enough that even having the first morning cuppa set you off again?

 

 

8-)