We have learned that ferries are striking the day (April 9)we are going from Athens to Naxos. Seajets, however, appear to be running. Do we fly or a take a Seajet? DD can get motion sickness and I've heard the Seajets can be a bit rough.
Posted by
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There is indeed a nationwide 24-hour strike planned for April 9th. It's a strike that will affect the entire public sector.
There will be no ferry departures, Seajets or other companies
Greek press article (among others)
According to announcements, ships in all ports across the country will
remain moored, and seafarers are participating in the strike.Public transportation is also expected to be affected, with limited
routes and possible disruption to public transportation. Transport
workers will participate in the mobilization, and announcements are
expected.The strike focuses on issues related to working conditions and
workers' demands, and participation is expected to be massive.
I have not read any specific information about this but it could also disrupt air traffic ( strike notices in this sector are generally declared illegal one or 2 days before the strike)
Don't trust the schedules on ferry company websites or ferry booking platforms; they don't take strikes into account.
Look for a backup plan with a trip on April 8th or 10th.
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You should plan on flying. Seajets will be affected too. We were in Greece when there was a strike and all commercial ferries were affected.