Reflections • Intentions • Destinations
Our tour today included so much, the best way to tackle it is in small bites. Knossos Palace - The ancient Palace of Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and considered Europe’s oldest city, offering a glimpse into the sophisticated Minoan civilization. It was here that King Minos commanded the creation… Continue reading Stepping into Myth: Exploring Echoes of Minoan Civilization
Our journey began early this day. As our taxi drove us to the train station, we noticed how the lively, bustling areas of Plaka and Monastiraki were still asleep aside from a few coffee shops. (PS Coffee is everywhere in Athens and I am here for it. 🙌🏼) Thanks to our travel agent (🙋🏼♀️), we… Continue reading Hiking with the Gods
Music is always in the air in Athens. Buskers playing traditional Greek instruments (and not-so-traditional) can be found everywhere in the city center. Art is found in graffiti on buildings, sculptures, live drawings and paintings on the street, filling the flea markets. Greece is an art lover’s dream.
When I finally hit the hay at 2AM Athens time, my Apple Watch had clocked over 18K steps. Most of that was uphill. Today, we hiked to the top of the Acropolis. If you’ve been to Athens before, you know that the Acropolis is no joke. And unless you have medical validation, there’s only one… Continue reading A is for Acropolis
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