The Windmills of Lasithi are worth checking out if you like beautiful views, historic places, Greek countryside and small Greek villages. Its a nice drive through the mountains on winding roads going through quaint villages.
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Chania Harbor and Gallini Restaurant
Old town Chania sits along the Venetian Harbor and is a great place to wander around. Lots of fun shops, music, historic buildings and restaurants to explore. Stop at Gallini Restaurant for a great way to end the day.
Preveli Beach and Palm Grove in Crete, Greece
Preveli Beach and the Palm Grove are located in southern Crete. The grove surrounds a river flowing to the sea from a steep gorge. The trek down, although steep with lots of steps but amazing views.
A Steep Hike Down to Seitan Limania Beach, Crete
Seitan Limania Beach was another must see for us on our September 2019 trip to Crete. After hiking to the Katholiko Monastery in the morning, we decided a trip to the beach would be perfect. Seitan Limania Beach, translated to Satan’s Harbor, was our choice. It is a beautiful beach hidden in a cove on…
Hike to Katholiko Monastery in Crete
Another beautiful day in Crete and we decided to hike to Katholiko Monastery and then on to the sea. Also known as, Moni Katholiko, it is considered the oldest monastery in Crete, dating back to the 11th century. Founded by St John the Hermit, this monastery is built into the Avlaki Gorge on the North…
Philopappos Hill-Sunrise Over Athens, Greece
Steve and I wanted to catch a sunrise over Athens, Greece at Philopappos Hill. It was within walking distance from our Hotel so we gave it a go! So we woke up early our first morning in Athens and headed for Philopappos Hill to see the sunrise over Athens. Philopappos Hill Philopappos Hill is also…
Arriving in Athens on Our Anniversary
Arriving in Athens on our Anniversary.
Deer Mountain Trail-Worth the Effort
Deer Mountain Trail in Colorado’s Rocky Mountain National Park boasts beautiful panoramas. From the summit you can view Estes Park looking down.
Emerald Lake Trail, Colorado, A Perfect Hike
Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park is a great place for a hike. Featuring three lakes and alpine peaks this 3.5 mile round trip hike is definitely a must do for hikers!
The Inn at Biltmore, A Wonderful Place to Stay
The Inn at Blitmore is one of many places at the Biltmore Estate. It is a beautiful place to stay and extends hospitality to it’s guests by paying close attention to the fine details making your stay unforgettable.
Biltmore Estate Photo Tour
On a trip to North Carolina, we made a visit to the Biltmore and loved this amazing place, not just the Biltmore itself, but also at the beauty of the area.
A Rough Hike up the Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon
Sometimes hikes are not the perfect scenario we have in our mind and become more difficult than planned. In May, 2018, I found this to be true, and due to many factors, my hike up the Bright Angel Trail at the Grand Canyon was much more difficult than it needed to be. Thanks to the generosity of strangers, this hike was all the more special.
Downtown Chicago, So Much to See.
Downtown Chicago has so much to see within walking distance. The Lake Front Trail, Chicago Bean, and Chicago River are all great places to explore. We spent 24 hours in Chicago and enjoyed the busy city life along with visiting family.
Exploring Maquoketa Caves
The Marquoketa Caves in Iowa are a fun place to visit and explore. There are many caves throughout the park and are connected through various trails.