We often find ourselves a bit surprised where we end up while driving in Crete and it was no different in September 2023 when we were exploring Anopolis and ended up at Likos Beach. It was a pleasant destination but getting there by road was quite the journey. Breakfast in Chora Sfakia We woke up…
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Aptera, Crete…Closed on Tuesdays
You would think as many times as we have been to Greece we would remember that many archeological sites are closed on Tuesdays, including Aptera, Crete. Unfortunately, every year we get caught up on this. Our September 2023 trip was no exception. We left Chania, Crete late morning. We were excited as we were on…
Visiting the Ancient Greek Temples of Paestum , Italy
Ancient Greek Temples in Italy? Once part of Magna Graecia these temple ruins are pretty amazing.
Self-Guided Tour to Pompeii, Italy
With a lot of research and planning we were able to create our own self-guided tour of Pompeii, Italy. We had a great time!
Our Rainy Day in Rome
Although our visit to Rome ended up being on a rainy day, it was still awesome to see some of the sites.
Amazing Ancient Delphi, Greece
Ancient Delphi in Greece is an amazing archeological site set on a mountain side with impressive ruins and also beautiful views.
Exploring Ancient Pompeii, Italy
Exploring the ancient city of Pompeii in Italy has been a life long bucket list for me and I loved every minute of it.
Discover Ancient Thera in Santorini Greece
Ancient Thera in Santorini, Greece is not only a great ancient city, but also a great place for fantastic views.
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.
The Portara of Naxos, Greece
In the past, when I thought of Naxos, Greece, The Portara would always come to mind. As a matter of fact, it is one of the iconic images you can see from Greece and know exactly where it is located. Coming by ferry, the Portara is one of the first things you will notice when…
Exploring the Ancient City of Lato in Crete, Greece
Ancient Lato in Crete, Greece is worth exploring. This ancient city is well preserved and sets on a hill which overlooks the Mirabella Bay.
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.
3 Day Guide to Milos, Greece
This 3 day guide to Milos Greece covers the best things to see and do. Beaches, ruins, catacombs, villages and awesome Greek food.
Montezuma Well in Arizona
Montezuma Well is in central Arizona. It is a large sinkhole with a continuous supply of underground water. You will also see ruins from the Sinagua People.