Akrotiri lighthouse in Santorini, Greece is located in the SW part of the island.
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Kalamitsia Monastery, Naxos Greece
Kalamitsia Monastery in Naxos, Greece is also known as The Jesuit Monastery. Although in ruins now, it is still beautiful to explore.
Hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse-Crete, Greece
The hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse in Crete, Greece is a bit of an adventure. You will enjoy beautiful views of the coast below. #Crete #Aforesmenoslighthouse #Eloundapeninsula
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Rethymno Old Town & Fortezza, Crete
Rethymno Old Town and Fortezza in Crete is a great place to stay. Centrally located it is a perfect place to stay in Northern Crete.
A Walk Through Old Town Chania
A walk through Old Town Chania is quite a treat. The narrow streets and historic buildings are absolutely charming.
Tour the Temple of Poseidon
The Temple of Poseidon is one of the great ruins to see near Athens. This Temple looks over the Aegean Sea for a dramatic view.
Independence Ghost Town, Colorado
Independence, Colorado is near Aspen. It is an abandoned mining town in the mountains.
Hike Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska
Scotts Bluff National Monument in Nebraska is an out of the way place for hiking but I think it is worth the extra effort to seek it out. Driving I-80 through Nebraska can be a bit of a stretch and as often as I travel from Iowa to see my son in Colorado, I look…
Historic Fort Fisher, North Carolina
Fort Fisher in North Carolina is a historic port near Wilmington. It was a confederate stronghold during the civil war. Uniquely, it is an earthen fort.
Out and About in Downtown Raleigh.
Downtown Raleigh, North Carolina is a great place to spend the day. This historical downtown has a good variety of shops, restaurants, and places to see.
Petroglyph V Bar V Heritage Site, Arizona
The V Bar V Heritage Native American Petroglyph Site is a wonderful hidden gem in central Arizona. Over 1000 petroglyphs were drawn here!!
The Bridges of Madison County
The Bridges of Madison County was a great movie several years ago. Filmed in Madison County, Iowa, there are a total of 6 remaining bridges to visit.
Five Places to Eat in Historic Charleston
Historical Charleston has so many great places to eat. We found five that had great food and service.
The Haunted Old City Jail in Charleston
As our December 2019 trip was a rainy trip we signed up for another tour, this time of the Charleston Haunted Old City Jail. We joined Bulldog Tours and were given a fantastic tour. It was the perfect night for it, as the rain had turned to a mist and there was an eerie redness…