The complete guide to Aegean island hopping  Holidays for
bounders? Frewin Poffley covers everything you need to know
about this increasingly popular activity    It is increasingly
difficult to categorise the "typical" island hopper. The
activity has moved on from the days of the stereotypical
unwashed backpacker. There is a noticeable upmarket trend as the
quality of the boats, accommodation and range of activities in
the islands improves. Island hopping is also increasingly
popular among families with older children seeking something
more engaging than a basic beach holiday. It is also ideal for
traditional package-holidaymakers looking for an easy
introduction to the "just buy the flight and then do your own
thing" sort of holiday.   The Aegean has a well-established
network of ferry routes radiating out from the system's hub at
Athens. Over a quarter of Greeks live in the capital, including
many migrants from the islands, so the system is geared to
moving the locals to and from Athens. The islands fall ne