Maryland Reptile House - (Places to Visit in Zante)

Dawn B  (30 May 2007)        10/10

click to enlargeclick to enlargeWe visited the Reptile House 26th May, hi to all.  What a great lady Mary is - my 13 year old son took us to the Reptile House and the rest of us had no intention of touching anything, however Mary's confidence carried us along and we left having all held big and little snakes, lizards and toads and all really pleased with our visit.  Great story to tell when you get home, we've watched the video twice already.   We also enjoyed a friendly welcome to the play area and trampolines each night.  Thanks - Dawn, Nick, Adam and "Jackie" x

Athena - (Restaurants in Tsilivi)

Dawn B          10/10

click to enlarge I was really surprised to read the reviews below.  I can only assume there has been a change of staff since last year, as our experience of Athina was entirely pleasurable.  My family of 4 visited Tsilivi in May 07.  We dined at Athina amongst other restaurants, then returned there for the last two nights of our stay as it had by far the best food (starters/main/dessert/cocktails!), service and atmosphere.  My elder son (not pictured) is an expert on steak and believed Athina's T-bone steak was the best he had ever tasted.  The waiters were swift, attentive and fun without being intrusive.  The manager and staff spontaneously broke into Greek dancing at quiet times, much to the delight of us all.  At the end of the evening the chef came out to smile and chat with diners, and received a warm welcome.  We were sat alongside other repeat diners who were singing the praises of the restaurant also.  Athina - thanks and keep up the good work.