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GREECE
Gazi County, Crete - Facts
Located near the city of Iraklion,
Crete
 A few kilometers from the Aegean
Sea
 Population of 20,000
 Official language – Greek
 Famous for it’s archaeological
museums, reconstructed palaces,
ruins, beaches and parks
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Host Organization
Our partnership in Crete is with the
municipal county government of
Gazi, specifically through the mayors'
office
 Global Volunteers has been working
at various locations in Greece since
1996
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The Need
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English is the International language of
commerce. The less privileged children
who don’t know English, don’t have the
same advantages in life.
Any native English speaker can be an
important resource. The emphasis is on
improving speaking skills and not on
formal rules of grammar.
Your knowledge of standard pronunciation,
idioms, and syntax is the resource they
seek.
Volunteer Work Projects
Teach conversational English to
young students:
 You and your teammates can share
lessons with children aged 4-13 in
classrooms and summer camps in
Gazi County on the island of Crete.
 The work sites -- in Gazi city as well
as nearby villages -- are located
outside Iraklion, all along the Aegean
Sea.
Accommodations
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Volunteers stay in the village of Amadoura
- just 20 minutes outside of Iraklion.
Double-occupancy, air-conditioned rooms,
private bath with hot water, twin beds, inroom safe and telephone.
This family-run hotel is located an easy
walk from a beautiful local beach, and is
close to many charming taverns,
restaurants and tourist shops.
A bus stop is also nearby running every 20
minutes into Iraklion.
5-minute drive by taxi to Gazi, where you
can find banks, a post-office, and also
spend time visiting local taverns and
shops.
Greek Cuisine
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The diet in Greece consists of beef and
pork (lamb is only served on special
occasions and when in season). A variety
of seasonal fruits and vegetables,
including fresh tomatoes and cucumbers,
pita bread, and such traditional favorites
such as feta cheese, and fresh black
olives. A rich selection of fruits and
homegrown vegetables accompanies the
meals.
Most vegetarians can enjoy a broad
assortment of fruits, vegetables, soups,
salads, and cheese.
Transportation
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You will be met and picked up at the
Iraklion International Airport (airport code:
HER ) in Crete by our Country Manager,
Samantha Pinakoulaki
Schedule your flight to arrive before
8:15pm on Saturday (first day of
program). Depart at any time after 7am
on the last Saturday of the program.
15 minute drive from the airport to the
Hotel Handakas
You will be taken to the work site
(depending on distance)
Free-time is on the evenings and
weekends (taxis are available)
Itinerary
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Two-week program itinerary (Eight-hour work days):
Saturday:
Sunday:
Monday - Friday:
Saturday & Sunday:
Monday - Friday:
Saturday & Sunday:
Monday - Thursday:
Friday:
Saturday:
Arrivals
Team orientation
Work project
(free time in the
evenings)
Free time
Work project
(free time in the
evenings)
Free time
Work project
(free time in the evenings)
Work project; “final celebration”
Program ends; depart for home
Temperature Chart
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Free-Time Activities
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Archaeological Museum of Iraklion
Nature walks through parks and wild areas
Birthplace of painter El Greco, you can
walk through his childhood home and see
many of his famous works
Soaking up the Mediterranean sun at
various beaches
Visit the markets and cafes of Iraklion
Visit the excavated and reconstructed
palace of King Minos at Knossos
What’s Included
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Comfortable double occupancy
accommodations
All meals – local cuisine
Airport transfers and daily transportation
Team leader
Emergency medical evacuation insurance
Work project materials
You pay for free time activities
We make all in-country arrangements
except free time
Service Learner Model
Global Volunteers works only
 At the invitation of local organizations
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On projects determined by local decision
Under the direction of local leaders
On community-based projects
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Hand-in-hand with local people
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