It seems the weather was on our side, these very first weeks after the quarantine. We anticipated a short escape to nature and decided to head South this time. Our destination was the monastery and beach of Koudouma, truly wild part of Crete.
Kastellorizo, the isolated gem of Greece
How to get there??? As you can see on the map, Kastellorizo lays quite far from the rest of Dodecanese (the complex of greek islands in south eastern Aegean sea). All connections are made through Rhodes island, of course. So:– You can take the ferry from Rhodes (check here, it’s usually twice a week.– Or, …
Agios Pavlos sand dunes, Rethymno region
Embracing the endless blue of southern Cretan Sea. Stone after stone, sand, dry weeds and deep blue. Driving all the way from Rethymno to Spili and further, the road signs call you by strange names. “Akoumiani gyalia”, “Keramiani Gyalia”, while the landscape around reminds you of the wild and inaccessible of southern Crete. We keep …
Xerokampos: Exotic beauty in southeastern Crete
Tropical beaches in the Mediterranean Sea? Having been in tropical destinations such us Bali, Vietnam and Cuba gave us the opportunity to witness the beauty of white sand beaches and turquoise water. Nevertheless, we always regard Greek beaches among the most beautiful in the world, with some of them very similar to tropical ones, regarding …
Kelly: Life in Rwanda
Rwanda is a shining example of success in Africa that our channels will not shout about. Let’s travel there through the eyes of Kelly, a Greek ex-pat living there. She shows us images of her daily life and express her feelings about Rwanda,
Rostov Veliky: Christmas trip to beloved Russia
The so-called “Golden Ring” of Russia refers to a series of about 12 cities northeast of Moscow, which have a special historical – religious – cultural interest. Monuments of Russian history are preserved there, one finds temples and monasteries of unique beauty, as well as folk handicrafts. Rostov, Sergiyev Posad and Yaroslavl were the ones we chose for the Russian Christmas period in 2020 and we did not regret it.
Gorge of the Dead in Zakros: Hiking in Mysterious Places
We could not start hiking in that part of the island from anywhere other than the Gorge of the Dead. Probably the most famous and easy hike in the area. From the village of Ano Zakros, its steep sides lead to Kato Zakros, a calm and nice place with the Minoan palace and the crystal clear waters. A fairly easy hike, enjoyable even with a small child or a baby.
Chania: top-5 things to do in the city
Anniversary escape We have visited Chania many times, Kostas even was living there for several years. Nevertheless, this city remains in our TOP destinations for a short getaway. So this time, on the occasion of our wedding anniversary, we decided to spend two days as a couple in beautiful Chania. No rooftop tent, dirt roads …