Do you think this place was as bad as Brits said?? Brilliant support lately, thank you! Would appreciate you checking to see if you’re subscribed, you’d be surprised how many people watch without realising they’re not subbed haha

@irking8529

20 күн бұрын

1st comment gigne as I am aslo

@beebeelicious

20 күн бұрын

It looks nice actually. Tbh I've not been on holiday for so long Blackpool looks possible!

@elh9995

20 күн бұрын

I thought you’d have way more subs, get this guy over 100k subs!

@user-gf9ix2mf7o

20 күн бұрын

Another great video. For comparison to sun holidays why not do a video on a skiing trip

@spunkychops7484

20 күн бұрын

Are you going to do an Episode when you go to a sex club ?

I went to the ‘relatively unknown’ and certainly not commercialised island of Mykonos in 1983 - it was so cheap to eat out and drink everywhere that I came home with a purse full of drachma! The ‘airport’ had only just opened for international flights….on arrival on the island, we had to walk from the plane (Dan Air as it was!) to the Arrivals lounge, and wait in a queue as the stern looking Greek Airport head honcho inspected EVERY page of peoples’ passports before stamping it (he was checking to make sure there were no Turkey stamps in it!) before letting you go through to the Exits! The first day, after spending the night in a hot little room. I went to inspect Mykonos Town, I got horribly lost in those little paved streets and😮 maze of alleyways - they all weave in and out and all look the same! trying to find my way to the sea or a Taverna to get a drink was hard - I even had a “map”! But by day four, I knew those streets like the back of my hand! All around the island I found the best tavernas the best bars, the best ice cream shops and the best place to get a toasted tuna sandwich and a cup of proper tea after a day sunbathing on the nudist beach Super Paradise! There were no rip off merchants then - just “locals” eager to welcome the traveller and holidaymaker and ensure they had a good time - and they seem to love British people and could not do enough to help! The beach sun beds and brollies were cheap to hire and I went all over the island on their buses! The world, his wife and some hairy goats were on the buses too! And if you went to the same Taverna a couple of times, you were treated as a friend and the free “shots” were plenty! I loved Mykonos - it’s just a shame that greedy capitalists are cashing in on the resort and ripping off the tourist and the locals - they won’t see any of those €€ $$ or ££ being made. As for the pelican - unless he was replaced by another pelican brother/s later on - Petros the pelican was killed by a car in 1985. I never saw Petros when I holidayed there in Mykonos but I was attacked by a pelican on the island of Zakynthos a few years later!

@x-starlight-x

18 күн бұрын

Out of interest what would they have done if they found out someone had been to Turkey 🤔

@weedle30

18 күн бұрын

@@x-starlight-x it all relates to (the still ‘on going’) war when Turkey illegally invaded the island of Cyprus in 1974 and declared Northern Cyprus as a Turkish place. The Greeks and Cypriots are “allied” through years of history and Mainland Greece and the islands, actively recognise the illegal invasion and occupation and recognise Turkey as an enemy. It was the “olden days” when Passports were routinely stamped with the Country’s name, at the Passport Control Arrivals Desk when travelling abroad - not sure if it’s still done? If a person who is travelling to either Cyprus or Greece, has a passport stamp declaring a recent arrival in Turkey, entry to either Country would either be very difficult (taken away for “interviews about visits to Turkey etc and if they had arranged to meet a Turkish person there) or their entry could actually be denied and just be sent home! holiday representatives will advise that if the tourist decides to visit a Turkish enclave whilst holidaying in Greece or Cyprus (mini breaks or day trips etc), if they want a Passport stamp as a proof of a holiday destination, to ask for the stamp to be on a piece of paper and to not keep it WITH the Passport when travelling back to those two countries! Because of the illegal invasion, occupation and their human rights issues, Turkey is not in the EU

@jopickett9679

18 күн бұрын

Where I fell in love with Greece in the early 80s too I agree with everything said. Got delivered from the (one room) airport with our cases on the back of a flat bed three wheeler truck 😂

@jopickett9679

18 күн бұрын

Oh and did see 'Petros'...there was a Petros Mk 2 later in the decade (went 3 times) I hated it so much 😂

@janeslater8004

17 күн бұрын

Rhodes greek island does daily boat trips to marmaris now and vice versa.my sister visited rhodes on boat trip when in marmaris

I have literally just got off an Easyjet flight from Mykonos to Gatwick....and we saw most of the places you seem to have been to. And we had the same weather!! It isn't horrible, it just doesn't cater for Brit-style tourists. It is expensive yes. But it is fantastic without Irish pubs....

@SteabhanMacGR2

Күн бұрын

Hats wrong with Irish pubs?

Can't believe Ed didn't use the term "Greek Myth" at the end when he was talking about the missing pelican! Hilarious as usual though. 👍

Rolling about in "rubble" 🤣🤣

You had Baklava for dessert, but that's a loaded statement that it's 'Greek'. Turkish would claim it as theirs, but also generally very popular in the balkan region as a whole. Definitely is part of Greek cuisine though. If you go back to Greece you should try Spanakopita, I would guess your airport has a cafe, maybe grigoris, they would likely have it. Similar situation culturally, but a great savoury breakfast or lunch. It's called borek in other places.

@trevorhalliday793

15 күн бұрын

That dessert is Baklava, you can buy it in most of the UK's supermarkets.

One lone traveller to another - in the evening pick an outside table and buy a beer and people watch, being out you may get to meet and talk to other travellers. It's sometimes hard to work up the enthusism to do it, but it can be rewarding. I enjoyed your video. Happy travels!

I think the most unfriendly place to holiday in Europe is the Dordogne France, i think i know as im Irish living here, i would not be able to live anywhere else but. wow find out four yourself Ed it would make for one hell of a video.

It's possible the shorts were stonewashed, a process to make them look worn-in. This treatment is often used for giving an aged look to jeans, with some small stones often found in the pockets. But then again, it's also possible your shorts could have been pre-worn!

@gwenivercall

15 күн бұрын

definitely stone washed, lol, though I didn't know they did that to swimming trunks; though going to a Greek island without thinking you might like to swim - that's on you, Ed!

Great vid. Looked good to me. Everyone hates high prices but they have to make money somehow and when you're on holiday the opjective is to have fun lol. I think a lot of people complain when they go overseas because a lot of the areas are for relaxing, swimming, being in the sun etc : a lot of people who have children expect everywhere to have activities for families, some do but it's nice to have some that are more chill. Same when you go camping: do you want to go to a place where everything there is for kids like entertainment, activities, watersports, shows etc or would you settle for a calm site with a simple childrens park with swings, slide etc and a fishing pond. When we were kids there was activities you could do that were free like rounders, boardgames , cricket and when kids have gone to bed the adults could play adult board games or chat with a few drinks. End of the day, it all comes down to what you want in the holiday, budget, age of the kids, if the kids are only interested in gadgets and expensive activities or will they happily play with the old school camping games. Anyway. Good vid, can't wait for the next one , now it's time i make a bloody brew lol xx

This video was outstanding, one of your best. It really is that simple. Also, big up the San Marino top!

@EdChapman23

18 күн бұрын

Thank you Alan, hope you're well!

Thanks for another entertaining video Ed keep them coming mate 🎉🎉

Classic Ed, this. Was nice to meet you after the game on Sunday chap.

I was in Mykonos last year and the only thing I didn't like about it was it was absolutely crowded due to the number of cruise ships that were in port at the one time. But it's a beautiful island, the people were friendly and yes, it is expensive, but then so are so many other tourist destinations. I'm stunned it came out so bad in the poll. Great channel btw, just discovered you and I've enjoyed the vids!

These are getting so good these days 🙌🏼

Got back from Mykonos yesterday, I'm convinced that Petros doesn't exist. Was in the old town all week and didn't see the wonky git once.

There is a reason for the funny shaped bottle openers lol. Its always been where the batters from the other team go.

Honestly, it looked lovely and the video, especially the more chilled and atmospheric vibe, is top notch.

Pelican't..and rubble rollin' cats!!!😂Brilliant Ed, great video, you never fail to make me chuckle 🤭 hugs from Glasgow.

Baklava was the desert, find it everywhere in the middle East/Turkey

Absolutely quality video 🤣🤣 Keep them coming.

As someone who’s been to Mykonos a few times, it’s definitely all about the beach clubs etc and only good between May-September

Loving these travel vlogs! You mentioned about not having much chance to unwind.... how about a week's all inclusive vlog!? I think that would make quality viewing!

Great channel Ed.....greetings and salutations from the Hunkum Spunkum.

"A Greek Mevagissey". Brilliant 🤣🤣🤣🤣

@jennyoshea1958

Күн бұрын

Have you been to Mevagissey? It's beautiful unlike Mykonos which is dirty and tacky looking 😂😂😂

@jamieandtherandomstuff

Күн бұрын

@@jennyoshea1958 summer holidays for 30+ years spent down the road in Pentewan. The annual trip to Cornwall wasn't complete without a visit to Meva.

Is it hated by the British public because it doesn't do €2 pints of carling, and fried breakfasts until 3pm every day?

Enjoyable video, thanks! Ive been ill this week and enjoyed watching your videos for a cheer up. I was half expecting those rip-off trunks to be those joke ones that disintegrate in contact with water! 😂😂

Another great video thanks Ed. I think it looked lovely there, even though a tad pricey! Pity you didn't see the infamous 'Bird' Keep the videos coming We love ya

Killing it ED, Keep em coming. 👍

@EdChapman23

18 күн бұрын

Thank you!

Just found you channel. Love it xxx

Thanks!GREAT WORK ED.

@EdChapman23

18 күн бұрын

Thank you so much! 😊

you should visit Nea Makri, Greece, went there last year... the locals are lovely but a very rural town :)

Another brilliant vlog mate, Calpol😂😂😂 I've been to Mykonos twice only on day trips while on a Cruise, I don't think I would go for any more than 5 days.

you need to get yourself to Bergen in Norway, i think youll love it

@judymckee5992

20 күн бұрын

where the rain never end Bergen

@johnw29

20 күн бұрын

He thought those Greek meals were expensive. Small change compared to a Norwegian meal.

@snoopzakadave

9 күн бұрын

Bergen looks interesting but I opted to go for a different vibe and went to Tromsø and loved it. Didn't find Norway *as* expensive as people made out, though not cheap by any means

New subbie. Haha you’re hilarious but also good informative content. The hotel looked lovely.

@EdChapman23

3 күн бұрын

Thank you! 😊

LETSSSS GOOOO, Better than Butlins lol, Honestly enjoy your content and your humour. Would love some best and worsts and some more travel and hotel stuff tbh i like all of it lol keep up the great content

New subscriber mate , your hilarious 😂

Love your channel mate, you and a few others inspired me to create mine! Keep going mate.

I was in Crete last month and had the time of my life. I found prices similar to the prices in UK. I can appreciate that islanders need to ship goods in from the mainland and this is costly.The Greeks are finding the prices challenging too. We hired a car and for my son and I, this was cost effective. We shopped in the areas where local people shop and found a few bargains.

I think this is the classic case of brits valuing value (aka cost in most people’s mind) over everything else. Could be the prettiest. Could be the most entertaining or relaxing. But if it’s seen as “not good value” it goes to the bottom of the list! I get it, and partly agree… but experience, culture, people, food should surely count for something over just “the price”!?

@gerardmackay8909

4 сағат бұрын

I first went to Mykonos in 1994 and there was always, even then, a Mykonos ‘premium’ which made it the priciest island but it was well worth it and we returned year after year. My most recent visit was 2019 and I decided it was my last. Rapacious profiteering had changed the atmosphere totally and multiple cruise ships in port at any one time meant that the main town, which used to be gorgeously serene during the day when people were at the beaches, was totally mobbed. I go to Naxos now (visible on the horizon from Mykonos) which is beautiful (greener and more fertile than Mykonos) and the beaches are superb (especially Agios Prokopios). It’s also a fraction of the cost with no ‘sunbed mafia’ carpeting every square inch of beach with beds and parasols at €70 a pop. I still have wonderful memories of days spent at Super Paradise Beach but unfortunately for me these days it’s a case of ‘Paradise Lost’

Another class video ed, how’s the shorts with the stones in them lol 😂

Edifying as always. The Bratislava looked yummy.

I'm currently in rodos, and yeah, I know that feeling so expensive to be here, but very pretty

Been to Benalmadena it was a lovely place, who does these lists! My Sister went to Mykonos in the 80's and loved it!

"Imagen that being your life, you're just rolling about in rubble" 😂 love it

That windmill thing has Bruce Forsythe's head rug.

The film 'Shirley Valentine' was filmed there I'm almost sure ed! It's worth a watch funny and profound! Great video again!

@DavidLee-yu7yz

17 күн бұрын

You are right, Shirley Valentine was filmed on the Island, it is one of my favourite films and wanted to go to Mykonos to the film locations, especially when they get of the Coach at the Hotel. Obviously it will be different now but to get the essence. I have not yet as for the Costs you can put the money to a more realistic price level at other islands.

@debbiegardner8317

17 күн бұрын

Oh yes! Would love to go for chips and egg,nice for a change!! One of my fave films also!!

Also saw you in Costa Del Norfolk watching the most boring football @ Carrow Road. Hope you enjoyed the Match and the Beautiful Norfolk Weather.

When you reached into your pocket in the trunks I thought it was €30 in cash, might have then got a decent price on them

Loved this video bud, we're also from Leeds. If you ever fancy collaborating on a video we can both throw dry humour and cracking one liners at each other 🤣🔥 Keep it up lad 👊

I went around 10 years ago. I thought it was beautiful at the time. We had a very nice hotel and beautiful weather.

Missed opportunity there with the flight board! It´s all Greek to me!

Another video, another winner. Keep it up Ed.

@EdChapman23

18 күн бұрын

Thank you!

That windmill looks like the 5th beatle

Oh it’s rough there, better staying on mainland Greece 🇬🇷 great content as ever Ed, hilarious 🤣

Since you're in Leeds, there are plenty of really good greek restaurants. Souvlaki in Headingley, Mythos for a takeaway 👌

This was the last place I went abroad to 11 years ago and I absolutely loved it. I asked in a shop if they had anything for a hangover and the woman gave me some pills out of her handbag... cured me in no time! As for the "big bird" he was there when I was - not sure how long they live for. Some people have suggested watching Shirley Valentine and I agree, there's a split second scene where they arrive into the harbour and you can see a comparison of how much the place has grown since that was filmed.

Simply brilliant

You have been to 2 out of 10 places voted worst (Mykonos and Benidorm) will you complete the list. Love the videos 👍🏻

Ed referring going to Mykonos and filming it as a "job" is the most millennial thing I'll hear all day. "Not that hard" no not hard at all 😂

12:18 be careful on the ouzu it's lethal 😅 gets you drunk drinking it then gets you drunk again in the morning trying to drink water to cure the Hangover 😂 lovely stuff though 👌🏻

Loved the dinghy diver joke 😂😂😂😂was hilarious

After a crap day at work this was just what I needed to cheer me up 😀 It didn't look that bad to me, not my cup of tea but I can't believe that that is the worst in Europe. Thanks Ed 😀

Do a night in Grimsby and Cleethorpes mate 👍🏻

That windmill looked like Bruce Forsythe.

Baclava, filo pastry, chopped pistachios and honey.....mmmmmmm

that windmill has the same hairstyle as my uncle ron

@tchinounitchou

20 күн бұрын

i thought it's an antenna or something.

Mykonos is definitely not a place to chill 😛its a huge party island especially in the summer

What an unexpectedly wholesome video

Ed! Get yourself to Little Athens in Meanwood, excellent Greek food!

36 euros for a pair of swimming shorts! I could see the despondent look on your face like what have I just done🤣🤣 banging vid Ed👍👍

@GA-fz2wt

19 күн бұрын

55 !😮

@DavidLee-yu7yz

17 күн бұрын

@@GA-fz2wt timestamp 8:54 36 Euro's

So much white paint that they covered you in it too 🤣 Great video Ed 👍

There are London shops selling ice cream and poor quality 2nd hand soiled swimming shorts for way more than that

Living in London, those prices are bargains. Couldn’t get a meal out for that price in the south xx

san marino shirt has become a staple of the ed chapman videos.

Greece is my favourite place, but I like Corfu ❤

Can’t beat a good afternoon or evening at Jackie Os.

Ed seeing a Digestif for the first time is amazing lol 😂

Gyros is a greek kebab and very easy to make in the uk :D if u ever want to try it

I think the shorts you were wearing when you bought the trunks would have served perfectly well as trunks and you could have saved your money.

I went last year for a 10 days with the mrs. Found everyone exceptionally friendly, food was class and the beaches were lovely. Shocked people dont rate it at all!

@EdChapman23

20 күн бұрын

Yeah absolutely, probably the friendliest service I've ever had at a hotel before

What was the music while you were swimming?

Love Mykonos should have gone to scorpios bar club and restaurant

There's a bar in the harbour you've got to be wary of.

What restaurants are you going to 15 quid for a main and drink

Metal straws are a couple of quid for a pack in Home Bargains. 😂

Watch Shirley Valentine ❤ it's set there

Don’t be knocking the 2 star, tourist tax per night goes up dramatically when you get in the 4 stars😂

When we were in our twenties a pal of mine turned out at the pool in swimmies that he’d had since he was a kid. We knew that from the swimming badges sewn into the front. 😂

"theres i migrant crisis here" LOL two people in a boat

Best travel KZreadr there is😂😂

How have I ended up watching a video about travel from someone who doesn’t know what baklava is 😂😂

I think most of the complaints about Mykonos come from the summer months as it gets packed. Think it's one of the greek islands that have a cruise port. My mum has a Petros the pelican tattoo lol, shame u didn't sample the nightlife maybe next time

I actually love that you just do the normal stuff in these videos that us everyday normies would do on holiday. After watching this, I have a MUCH better idea of whether I'd want to go to Mykonos or not, than I would if you'd been all like "Okay, I'm gonna go on a jet ski this morning with this Greek millionaire who's kindly agreed to sponsor this video - I'll tell you more about him and his amazing products later! - and then this afternoon I'll be chillaxing in the Infinity Pool of this exclusive hotel, which the owner has kindly agreed to let me make a full video tour of..."

Double.... Triple "it was a joke, dont cancel me"

Have always loved the Greek islands but not been to Mykonos (which has always been more expensive & was known for a lot of years to being popular with men who aren't into women).Lesbos was the island that women favoured for same reason. People also need to bear in mind that it's Greece not the UK - hotels/rooms are more basic and rustic than we would expect in the UK but I've always found it part of the charm & Greek people are lovely.

BRILLIANT and blatantly brash funny

Who goes on holiday to a Greek Island without any swimmers ?!? 😂 Great video as ever Ed 👍

@DavidLee-yu7yz

17 күн бұрын

I have, intended to buy when there but this was in Corfu (Kerkira) and prices are far more reliable and one of my favourite Islands, The Ionian Sea and it's Islands are more to my liking and would love to go to Kefalonia someday.

Had a shit day thanks for the laughs 😂

You can get the hanging kebabs at The Botanist. They’re so elite, I’ve been to ones in Cardiff, York and, somehow, Barnsley.

@Jim-so3zm

20 күн бұрын

Barnsley's getting nice now

@DavidLee-yu7yz

17 күн бұрын

I laughed and cringed when i saw the swinging kebab, it is so phallic and pretentious but it that what it takes to please simple minds!

@j3ojos

17 күн бұрын

@@DavidLee-yu7yz agree they’re pretentious, but that’s just they way they’re served at some restaurants. The taste is what’s elite, not the presentation