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www.aegeanscuba.gr
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Pythagorio marina)
. Professional instructors lead dives in search of
moray eels, sea stars, octopuses, lobsters and other critters lurking in the sponge-covered
crevices around Pythagorio. A two-dive half-day for beginners costs €35. Snorkelling
(€20) is also offered.
BUY ONE, GET TWO
Along with the excellent Archaeological Museum of Pythagorio, you may want to
visit both the intriguing Evpalinos Tunnel just north of Pythagorio, and the Ireon,
the outdoor temple honouring Hera, heartthrob of Zeus, located just west of the
airport. You can save a couple of euro by asking for a combination ticket (€6) to
both.
Sleeping
Pension Despina
PENSION $
( 22730 61677;
www.samosrooms.gr/despina
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A Nikolaou; d €35; )
A clean, quiet pen-
sion on Plateia Irinis, the Despina offers simple studios and rooms with balconies (some
have kitchenettes), plus a relaxing back garden.
Philoxenia Pension
PENSION $
( 22730 61055, 6973768371;
www.pensionphiloxeniasamos.blogspot.com
;
)
Opposite
the archaeological museum, look for the small flower-filled courtyard. Rooms are spot-
less and comfortable, with overhead fans, common kitchen and laundry. The owner's
family lives in an adjacent apartment, so help is never far off.
Polyxeni Hotel & Cafe
HOTEL $
( 22730 61590;
www.polyxenihotel.com
;
s/d/tr incl breakfast €40/55/70)
In the middle of the
port, turn left from the main road to find this well-managed seafront lodging, with sever-
al balcony harbour-view rooms (with overhead fans and double-glazed windows), a pop-
ular lobby cocktail bar and cheerful staff.
Eating & Drinking
Faros
TAVERNA $
