Paxos Frequent Questions

There are three Doctors on Paxos, the most senior being Dr. Kosta, who speaks good English. There is also a clinic in Bogdanatika, where doctors are able to perform minor operations. In an emergency, a helicopter service is available to transport patients to the mainland. A recent addition to the medical team on Paxos is a Paediatrician. Dr Kosta 6977 837 700 24hrs Clinic 26620 31466. The only pharmacy on Paxos is in Gaios and it is open from 08.30 - 14.00 and 18.00 - 21.00. The pharmacy is closed Sunday. English is spoken. Gaios also has a Dental surgery.

Some people prefer the heat, others would rather the temperatures were lower even at the risk of the odd shower. Paxos in summer is generally hot, (sometimes too hot) with maximum temperatures around 35 C, with little or no rain, and cooling sea breezes in the afternoon.

The island of Paxos has an array of tavernas to choose from. Loggos has a total of four tavernas along the waterfront, offering a selection of local dishes and Mediterranean cuisine. Freshly-caught fish is a speciality here. Gaios has around 20 tavernas/snack bars with something for everyone including Greek and Mediterranean food, vegetarian menus and also fast food such as pizza and kebabs and grilled chicken. There are 12 Tavernas/Restaurants in Lakka offering Greek and Italian food, and some very good fish. Lakka also has a selection of bars with music, staying open late at night. There are two nightclubs in Gaios.

The Island of Paxos has just one Bank which is situated in Gaios where there are also several ATM's. Although no other ATM's, there are exchange offices in each of the resorts of Gaios, Loggos and Lakka however. Credit cards are accepted in some shops, but do not assume that everyone will take them.

Paxos is a very dry island and until recently was dependent on stored rain water and on water brought to the island in huge floating rubber tanks. There is now a reservoir near Gaios, but water remains a scarce and precious commodity. The quality of the tap water on Paxos may not be what you are used to and we recommend you drink bottled water which can be bought everywhere. Please use the water economically.

Paxos has a variety of shops from jewellery to crafts and a large selection of olive oil produce. The opening times are from 08.00 to 14.00 and 18.00 until late, during the summer months. During the peak season, some of the Tourist shops on Paxos, will stay open throughout the afternoon. The bakeries are open each morning for fresh bread, however purchases must be made early as quite often, there is not enough to go round. Alternatively, the supermarkets also stock bread.

Paxos has its own Patron Saint, Saint Gaios for whom the capital was named. (Saint Gaios brought Christianity to the island). This celebration day is 30th June. The Paxiots, like all Greeks, celebrate the Assumption of the Virgin on 15th August and many other name days and festival days, also celebrated by the Corfiots.

The Police Station of Paxos is based in Gaios with a team of two policemen. The phone number is 26620 32222 although this is not always answered. Remember Paxos is a wonderful relaxing, safe and 'sleepy' island!

Paxos has two Petrol Stations on the island, one in Gaios and one in Magazia. Both of these are open from 08.00 - 14.00 and 18.00 - 21.00. (closed during siesta times) and are also open on Sunday during the summer months.

There are public telephones dotted around the island of Paxos, which are operated by phone cards purchased from either the kiosks or supermarkets. These are usually in denominations of 3, 5 or 9 Euros. There are Internet Cafes in Gaios, Lakka and Loggos.

Although Paxos still keeps its original charm and traditions, it is still up to date with technology and has two Internet Cafe Bars. One can be found at the Four Seasons Cafe Bar in Loggos and the other in Lakka: Akis Bar.