Category Archives: Greece
What Not to Do on Crete
We loved our time on Crete. But we had one absolutely miserable afternoon.
A Week in Chania
Upon leaving Heraklion, we drove to Chania. It is, honestly, one of the most beautiful drives you will ever take. The ocean is on one side of the highway and there are mountains on the other.
A Week in Heraklion.
After leaving Nafplio, we flew to Crete. Our island choices were limited, as we were traveling in the off season, and Crete is a year-round island. But you know what? Crete was the perfect choice.
Road Trips from Nafplio
One of the best things about Nafplio is how close it is to so many amazing things to see. There are two nearby sights that everyone pretty much has to see: Epidavros and Mycenae.
A Few Days in Nafplio.
After leaving Meteora, we made our way to the coastal town of Nafplio, with a population of just around 15,000 people. According to ancient myths, Nafplio was founded by the son of Poseidon. I’m not sure that is true, but … Continue reading
Two Days in Meteora.
After our time in Thessaloniki, we made our way to Imathia. I had never heard of Imathia before arriving in Greece, but it turns out that every spring there is a gorgeous display of peach blossoms in Imathia. Unfortunately, we … Continue reading
A Day Trip from Thessaloniki.
So, as some of you know, I’m a bit of a bird watcher. (Yes, Robert tells me regularly that I’m going to be a great old person.) So, when I read that there was a lake near Thessaloniki where endangered … Continue reading
A Few Days in Thessaloniki
Our first destination in Greece was Thessaloniki. I know, I know, not where most first time tourists to Greece visit. But, we aren’t like most tourists. Or, at least that is what we like to tell ourselves. Thessaloniki was founded … Continue reading
On the Road Again.
Hey guys, we finally left the United States. Whooo hooo! And, not just for Mexico. Whooo hooo! OK, we didn’t leave, leave. But, we left for a whole month to visit Greece. Whooo hooo! A new country for us. Whooo … Continue reading
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