I usually write under the heading of ‘’Beach Clean-up’’ and have received many supportive responses which, I am pleased to say have resulted in positive changes.
This time I refer to the ‘’ Toilet Clean Up’’. Having listened to various people last year on the same subject, I know I am not alone with negative comments on this delicate subject.
I did e mail the Arillas Business Association in late 2013, as there was no Arrilas Survey for that year. I read, that at the end of the year they would contact me as to of their comments. To date I have received no response.
In the few years I have visited Arrilas I have been very impressed with the village and its people. I feel I have made many friends with the locals and holiday makers alike.
I have enjoyed fantastic hospitality in true Greek tradition.
I return to my concern, toilet facilities.
Whilst I understand that the sewerage system, along with many Greek islands, leaves a lot to be desired compared to the UK, it’s a quintessential part of the Greek experience.
So you can’t flush your toilet tissue. Ok, that’s accepted, but surely the bin can be emptied on a regular basis? An overflowing bin is not an attractive site.
I personally refer to tavernas/ restaurants, rather than apartments. I have only ever stopped at The Mathraki and I can say, no matter what time of the day or night the bar/taverna toilets are spotless, and without saying, the apartment facilities are maintained to a very high standard.
My other comments refer to lack of toilet tissue, no /ineffective locks on the doors, no toilet seat, (not a bother for the guys maybe, but I am sure the ladies would prefer the comfort of security, a seat and a dry floor at least). No hot water, no facilities to dry your hands (towels or hand dyers) and general lack of tidiness are also an issue.
We no longer patronise a popular fish taverna for this very reason. I know we are not alone.
What is concerning is that you see the staff using the same facilities as the customers .No a very inspiring confidence for the levels of hygiene.
I hasten to add not all the restaurants and taverna’s are the same. It is not the majority.
I know I am not the only one concerned about this issue. What is the general feeling? If you feel the same, contact the Arillas Business Association and make your feelings known.
Finally. Although the Wine Festival is a fantastic evening of Greek hospitality, entertainment, food and drink, can’t we have a least have separate facilities for ladies and gents considering the numbers of visitors? I did refer to this on the 2012 Arrilas Survey. I am sure the ladies would prefer it.
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