We had a bit of a wild ride today up and around the mountain peaks and then deep into the lush green valleys. The roads were really roads...not goat paths, but just as much fun and surely a thrill...without the goats! These valleys are so rich and lush they grow just about every kind of… Continue reading Valley of the Greek gods…I mean salad!
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The Nemean Lion and the Stymphalian Birds
Following the path of Heracles on his labors we crossed through, as he did, Nemea where he captured the lion and wore the lion cloak forever after. Read all about the first labour here: http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Herakles/lion.html Nemea is also the place where ancient wineries flourished according to Homer. The winery we visited is bringing ancient methods… Continue reading The Nemean Lion and the Stymphalian Birds
Mare Dei Suites Ionian Resort
The soft sand stretches like a golden ribbon across the private sun-drenched beach, tucked into a secluded cove. You feel compelled toward the sea. The warmth of the sand filters through your toes and you can anticipate the cool refreshing water. The crystal clear water laps at your toes and you fall into the blanket… Continue reading Mare Dei Suites Ionian Resort
3rd and 4th Labors of Heracles
Driving through the areas of Sereina, Karaninia and Erathematha we were reminded of our trip quest...to find the places where the labors of heracles took place. Here we were almost at the mountain where Heracles visited the centaur Pholus. Go ahead and read about it here: http://www.perseus.tufts.edu/Herakles/boar.html https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Labours_of_Hercules#Fourth_labour:_Erymanthian_Boar We also followed the trail of the… Continue reading 3rd and 4th Labors of Heracles
Long Beach Resort
Highly recommended for excellent client services and wonderful food!
The Taverna To Pelagos
Beautiful views and wonderful food. The owner was exceptionally attentive and served us the most delicious dinner. My husband tried the moussaka and said it rated a 8.5 on the Don scale! Wow! I don't think any other Moussaka has ever reached that level. He said it was creamy and tasty at the same time.… Continue reading The Taverna To Pelagos
A Special Place- Mytikas
The Dionisos Hotel has been a favorite of ours since 2012 when we spent a few days here and again later in 2015. Now we are back to another place that 'feels-like-home'. Our hosts son has taken over the day-to-day operations but still remembers us from previous trips. Welcomed again with joy and open arms… Continue reading A Special Place- Mytikas
The Olive and the Vine
Blessed by the gods the Greek people have been the caretakers of the gift of Athena 'the olive' and the gift of Dionisos 'the vine'. This has become a recurring theme of mine for our travels in Greece; the importance of the olive and the grape vine to the lives of the Greek people. Two… Continue reading The Olive and the Vine
Paresos Hotel and Nea Anchialaos
One of our favorite spots on mainland Greece we happened upon quite by chance a few years ago and come back every time we are in Greece - Nea Anchialios. Just 20 km from Volos it is tucked into a quiet little bay on the Pageaetic Gulf. We have stayed at the Paresos Hotel for… Continue reading Paresos Hotel and Nea Anchialaos
Cotton and Corn
As we drive through the central interior of Greece we are stunned by the flat plains of lush green farmland from Veleistino to around Karditsa. The scenes of farmers, lovely little villages, and green and golden fields acknowledges the richness of the land and the spirit of the people who work it. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Agriculture_in_Greece The fields… Continue reading Cotton and Corn
TravelSpirit-The Hungry Traveler 