These few notes are biased towards the UK traveller, after all, that's what I know best. I've been there a few times, and learnt a few things on the way. Mail me to add your hints, tips and comments - or correct any errors I have made. I am particularly interested to hear from people outside the UK, to see how things differ.

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Many of the following comments apply to most Greek resorts. I also went to Kavos, Corfu (don't believe everything you hear about this place) and Polychronon, Halkathiki, in 1998 where most of the general comments below apply.

The standard of accommodation does vary a little, according to the age of the property, holiday company, costs etc. I usually opt for self catering. This ensures that you have somewhere to make coffee (no kettle though - boil up the water in a saucepan) and a fridge, which I feel is essential - for keeping fruit juice, water (and maybe a couple of bottles of beer) fresh and ready to drink.
I don't cook when I'm in Plakias - the restaurants around the town are too good - and relatively cheap! But if you plan to, you will be starting from scratch - no salt, pepper, oil, herbs, or other basics, and you'll need to get washing up liquid, tea towel etc.
I always take coffee from home, so that I can choose my brand, and as it is a lot cheaper. If you want to get really organised, take along a few of these things from home, in disposable containers, and leave them behind. The cleaners, or the next guests in your room, will thank you for it.

Room only accommodation sometimes offers coffee making facilities and a fridge. I always take a travel kettle if I'm booked room only, just in case.

I have never tried any half or full board accommodation in the town - I like the freedom to eat out when and where I want to. Sometimes you will see B&B offered. The breakfast bit of this offer is usually of the coffee, toast and jam variety. If you want a cooked breakfast, lots of the tavernas offer them, at 1000 to 1500 drachmas (2 to 3 pounds). Good value, and my vote for the best goes to the Lamon Hotel - who also produce a mean burger! The nearby Kyma is very good too for a snack at any time!