Greece is the destination of lovers, honeymooners, family or individuals that would like to experience a one of a kind vacation. Greece is very diverse. It has rocky coasts, sand dunes, golden beaches, gorges, natural waterfalls, caves, and rivers. Generally, Greece is mountainous with extensive coastlines and islands.
The capital of Greece, Athens is a place of cultural, political and touristic importance. Athens offers a variety of top tourist attractions like Acropolis and the Parthenon, the Agora, National Archaeological Museum, Syntagma Square, the Plaka, Cape Souniou and the Temple of Poseidon.
Located about three hours from Athens by bus is Delphi. Delphi is a seaside town with historic sites such as Temple of Apollo. Mykonos is the jewel of the Cycladic Islands that has a beautiful harbor with whitewashed houses Continue reading ‘Places to Visit in Greece’
Alcohol in the heat does not mix well, at least for myself. Drinking the stuff during the heat of the day makes my head spin. Returning from my warm swim in a clear Mediterranean Sea. I cool off with one of many freshwater showers that are found behind Valtos beach in Parga. I felt much better after breaking my own self imposed rule on alcohol.
Dressed for the evening we returned to our adopted beach bar ‘Café Milani’ lounging in its white armchairs with our Mythos beers we watch the sun set over Parga. Continue reading ‘Café Milani on Valtos beach – Parga’
Greece is a wonderful and fascinating country. It’s home to three of the great wonders of the ancient world and though they are now just ruins, the spirit and the culture of this great civilization still emanates. This is perhaps why a holiday in Greece is one of the most popular for those to seek to explore. As a lot of people want to visit and see for themselves the structures that have played their part in history.
Greece has more than 2,000 islands and islets. Only 169 of them are inhabited. Some of the best places include the Cyclades, the Dodecanese, the Ionian, the Sporades and the Northern area of Greece. In fact anywhere in Greece is a sight to behold when arriving by sea.
So how do you travel in style by sea at a price you can afford? You hire an independent company that specialises in luxury yachts. The guest aboard divides the expense so sharing the accommodation with others is the key to an affordable luxurious holiday at sea.
Our Turkish Gulet the Almira knifes through a mirror sea, with a gentle rumble from below we’re heading for Pythagorean on the Island of Samos. The harbour of Pythagorean is famed for its mathematician Pythagoras and his theorem: the square on the hypotenuse. In ancient times this harbour traded in goods but today yacht tourism does the same. Outside its walls yachts at anchor rest quietly in the sun waiting for room at the quay. Creating our own wind with the motion of our engine a cooling breeze slips over our bow as we enter the harbour of Pythagorean. Our spot by the quay had been booked in advanced and ensured an idyllic location to have lunch before heading by coach to the Islands capital Vathi and the Archaeological Museum that’s there. Continue reading ‘Pythagorean and Samos Archaeological Museum’
Thousands of tourists flock to Greece every year. So if you plan to take a Greece vacation, without spending too much money here are four great ideas.
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In order to take full advantage of a short break in Athens here are some suggestions to get you started. It’s important to have a good idea of the main places to visit in the city. So here are some scenic suggestions that should be considered whilst there.
Visit the Acropolis: No visit to Athens will be complete without going to Acropolis. This prominent hill in Athens is more than just a landmark. It has been honored as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Acropolis is the site of the ancient fortified town of Athens, which date back to as early as the Late Bronze Age. The acropolis is also the site of the country’s best buildings from the Greek Classical Age. In this hill tourist can find the Parthenon, the Erectheion and the Temple of Athena Nike. Continue reading ‘Things to do on a short visit to Athens’
The weather and sea state is always changeable in Greece. Hours before whilst crossing from Patmos to Leros. Our rigging began to groan in rhythm with the sea; outside the shelter of the Islands a rolling sea had enveloped ‘Almira’. Although our sails held us steady our hull rocked back and forth, a motion that was not uncomfortable.
I’ve always hated ferries in a blow! they pivot all over the place! A yacht sail stops sideways motion and makes life on board more comfortable. Standing next to the wheelI’m told by our skipper “Yachts plain rock where motorboat rock & roll.” His gyrating hand motions depicting a motorboat soon convinced me, the merits of a sailing boat in a confused sea. Continue reading ‘Sailing with Peter Sommer Travels on an archaeological tour’
There are no other tavernas in view, no discotheques, no bars or the sound of bouzouki music. Patmos shows considerable restraint when mixing the trappings of tourism with this most holy of Islands.
Looking up from our rooftop Taverna. The Monastery of St John the theologian (named after St John the last living Apostle of Christ) can be easily seen overlooking the town of Skala. Its courtyard lights provide accents of colour across its darkened walls.
Travelling on an architectural tour by Peter Sommer Travels we’d arrived in Patmos in the late afternoon. This was our first meal together (Eleven guests) off our yacht the Turkish Gulet the ‘Almira’ and an opportunity to get to know everyone better. Our tour guide and Archaeologist ‘Heinrich Hall’ had scouted ‘Hiliomodi Fish Restaurant’ as the place to eat, and from our point of view he’d hit the nail on the head. Continue reading ‘An evening at Hiliomodi Fish Restaurant – Patmos’
Pistachios have a soft, yellow protective skin with a deep pink blush when freshly picked. Inside, the nuts are soft and tender. Walking in the September sunshine with a group of friends towards the Lions Square, in Heraklion (www.heraklion.gr/en), we stop at a fruit stall. Also on display, here on market street, are fresh green walnuts, ripe peaches, prickly pears and different varieties of grapes. Continue reading ‘A take on Cretan food’
Beginning to get on top of things. will also be seeing the surgen soon for op appointment after xmass I think10:33:27 AM November 29, 2009from TweetDeck
Met an old fried from Corfu today reminiscing about characters that'd lived there, Nick the N*b a nudist stayed in peoples memory apparently08:17:18 PM October 26, 2009from TweetDeck
Greece is the destination of lovers, honeymooners, family or individuals that would like to experience a one of a kind vacation. Greece is very diverse. It has rocky coasts, sand dunes, golden beaches, gorges, natural waterfalls, caves, and rivers. Generally, Greece is mountainous with extensive coastlines and islands.
