Ancient Asine is in the Peloponese area of Greece and covers so many periods of history.
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Category: Greece
Return to Acronauplia: The Oldest Fortress in Nafplio, Greece
Until we arrived in Nafplio, Greece for the first time in 2024, I had no clue about the Fortress of Acronauplia, also known as the Old Fortress. When we checked in, the clerk at the desk told us about the three fortresses in Nafplio. I’d heard of Palamidi Fortress (which we ended up checking out)…
Visiting Bourtzi Fortress in Nafplio, Greece
Bourtzi Fortress in the Nafplio Harbor is another must see visit while in Nafplio, Greece.
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Daybreak on the Arvanitia Promenade: Nafplio Greece
A walk on the Arvanitia Promenade and a swim at the beach makes for a perfect early morning outing.
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Exploring Eleusis: Mysteries of Ancient Greece
Our first stop on our 2026 trip to Greece was the Arcaheological Site of Eleusis. After landing, we rented a car at Athens International Airport and started off for Nafplio. The Ancient site of Eleusis was on the way so it became a perfect first stop in Greece to stretch our legs. We did a…
Locked in a Greek Bathroom: My Travel Mishap
We found ourselves on a tiny island in the Dodecanese at the airport preparing to fly to Athens. For those who have been at a small airport on a small Greek island you know how the system works. First you check in your bags and then you chill. You can wait inside or outside, either…
Top Spots in Athens, Greece: What to See and Do
There is so much to see and do in Athens, Greece hopefully this guide will show you some of the top spots. After visiting Athens and Greece many times over the last several years, we have enjoyed these top spots and continue to find something new each time we are here. Below are some of…
Elounda Peninsula Luxury Resort, Crete-Revisited in 2025
Elounda Peninsula Luxury Hotel in Crete, Greece is one of our all time favorite places to stay. This luxury resort is outstanding
Exploring the Gortyna Archaeological Site in Crete
Gortyna Archaeological Site is another site which has long been on our list of “to do’s” in Crete. We visited here during our September 2025 trip to Greece. Although a large area was blocked off due to ongoing excavations, we did thoroughly enjoy what we were able to visit. We visited Gortyna Archaeological Site on…
Exploring Phaistos Minoan Palace in Crete
Phaistos Minoan Palace on the Island of Crete is a wonderful place to explore especially if you enjoy ancient archaeological ruins.
Enjoying the Unique Sandhill Beach and a Night in Agia Galini, Crete
Enjoying the Unique Sandhill Beach is quite the adventure in Crete.
Discovering the Charming Village of Spili in Crete
Spili Village is a charming Village in Crete.
Frangokastello Fortress and a Swim in the Sea: Crete, Greece
Frangokastello Fortress is one of the more famous fortresses of Crete. Nicely renovated it is a great spot to visit. In addition, the beach here is lovely.
Navigating to the Plakias Tunnels; Crete, Greece
The Plakias Tunnels are a fun way to spend a bit of time in Crete, Greece.