Relaxing It sounds like your getting really comfortable with this trip. It appears to be a very relaxed lifestyle over there. I'd steer clear of the white lines too from the sounds of things. Catch you next time, Cheryl
Nothin quite like dinner on the islands HI Guys,
those pics of the water were amazing. Your description of the culture of 'eating out' brings back great memories. Sounds like your having a fabulous time. Is Santorini on the menu at all? If yes you must hire a quad or mophead and drive around the island (its pretty small). If no, keep enjoying the relaxed pace and great food the greeks offer. travel safe, and keep well :)
on my way Crete looks stunning: the roads (the white ones), the walking track, the ambience. I'm on my way!
really enjoying your blog, and you take great photos!
Be still my beating heart Hi Guys,
How unfortunate you weren't able to sight the elusive Kri Kri but I find Dee's sighting/encounter of a Greek Adonis far more appealing. I can't get over the colour of the water in the photo's, it looks so inviting. It's a sad day when people consider those animals to be 'roaming freely', but the racoons look very cute. Till next time, Cheryl and Luke.
Gyros/Yeeros Glad to see that you've headed to Crete and have tried the gyros.
Were you in the cages separated from the racoons or where the raccoons in the cages?
Gorgeous Pictures It looks like you are having a great time exploring the world!
Will you be coming to Montreal on your travels?
If so, let me know your arrival date. Perhaps I could
give you a 'Walking Tour' of downtown and the Port.
I remember Myceaneans study well Hi Dee yes I remember arnt you ever so lucky to be seeing it all can you see my eyes here they are greener as I read the wonderful things that you and Richard are seeing there. I am glad Richard only thought about going down that stair case there. Ilias has been a real find too and to be so helpful there to you both. I also have to say that had to chuckle over your driving adventures there in previous post. Good to finally see a picture of you there even if you had to watch that Richard didn't shut the door and run lol.The walls of the tomb are so tall arn't they.
The veiws are spectacular in the photos can only but imagine what they are like in person. Dad and I are enjoying following your trip
Beautiful I am so glad that you have met Ilias because now you have managed to capture the beauty of Greece. This entry is far different to your first impressions of Greece in 'Letter from Corinth'. The meal you had in Nafplio sounded wonderful. You know how I love Greek food. I suppose it's a little too far to go for lunch! Luke said he could spend hours exploring the Palamidi Fortress. Sounds like its something out of the games he's constantly playing. Anyway still enjoying the History, Geography, Cultural, Language, Driving and probably many other lessons. Keep it up, Cheryl.
You should talk! John,
Thanks for the advice and statistical information. Don't worry, I will not become too Greek in my driving. Each morning, before setting out I have cautioned myself and together we have been constantly alert (this is essential). Anyway, when I remember how you used to throw the mini around, I think that you would enjoy driving here too.
Aarghhhhh!!!!!! What a nightmare! I think I would have had several heart attacks or at least not been able to move. Now I understand why certain people in Australia drive the way they do. I said to Luke I don't think I want to drive in Greece and his reply was he didn't think he wanted to go to Greece as it sounded like it would even be frightening to be a pedestrian! Dee I think your wrong when you say that Richards anal tendencies regarding rules have completely vanished. I think he is still following the rules regardless of whether or not those rules are safe. By the way did you forget to put a picture of the Aussie driving in Greece? We'd like to keep tabs on the beard development. Can't wait for the next adventure, Cheryl.
Museums Hey Dee/Richard
Dont worry about missing the national museum in Athens ... but when you are in Crete make sure you catch the Iraklion Museum ... while smaller ... in my memory it was better than the main thing in Athens.
PS Athens has changed heaps since the new railway ... previously there were heaps more cars ... and pollution.
Paradise to History What a shame your visit here coincided with their Public Holiday. I can understand your dismay Dee, going from such a beautiful part of the world to one that appears to so old and tired. Maybe if they raised the prices on their public transport system they could afford to improve the look of the rest of the country. It looks so desolate compared to Germany. Still the history of the place would be worth seeing. I still can't get use to the Aussie with a beard. I'd love to see the female Aussie in some shots. I also love how Richard can turn a bird sighting into a language lesson. Yes, language is wonderful! Looking forward to the next lesson. Cheryl
Good Luck! Carol Smith is a net-friend of mine and she gave me the net address so that I can follow your travels.
You Australians seem to ber the most travelled people I know. May you be safe on your travels thruoughout this great world of ours!
Peter
Montreal, Canada
Sounds wonderful I feel like I am there with you both. You tell a wonderful tale Dee. Glad to hear Richard giving an alternate view, as usual. Look forward to Greece. Enjoy.
Zee Germans Funny, you should say that Australia is not so great in comparison. My German flatmates complained bitterly of Germany, saying that the laws were so strict that it prevented them from enjoying a "good" quality of life; something which they said, appeared to be the best thing about Australia. Perhaps the German cleanliness and civilised nature comes with a price?
Dee and Richard Hi Dee and Richard, Dad and I are enjoying your trip emensly here. Can you see my green eyes glowing with envy eh lol. Hope foot is ok. Richard didn't reconise you with a beard there You looked relaxed and Happy. It is a beautiful country agree would be very easy to fall inlove with. I got your email by the way and have sent a reply.
hi there Dear Dee and Richard
Glad you are having such a good time. We travelled down the Romantic road too and it was delightful and easy to do. We loved Rothenberg and Munich. Munich had the best food market that I have ever been to.
Juts back from cambodia and laos which was most interesting, food also fabulous and dare I say, so much cheaper than europe or australia.
Anyway enjoy it all and look forward to hearing from you again
Hilary
Fairytail Hi Guys,
It looks like you've managed to find that little land that all children (and most adults) dream about. What a beautiful piece of the world. I can understand why you'd want to revisit. The castle looks spectacular and the view from the window is to die for. I hope your foot gets better soon. Luke and I are really enjoying following your trip this way, it almost feels like we are with you. I'm glad you put some pictures into the last entry we enjoyed seeing what you had written about. Can't wait for the next entry.
Thank you for sending us your journal Hi! Dee and Richard
Thank you for taking care of us . We had really wonderful time.We cannot possibly put our thanks in words.We appreciate your warm hospitality.And I'm really glad to keep contact with you like this.
I'm so surprised to read your blog ,especially to see the photo of the brave man with a pussy.Your blog tells me what an adventurous trip you joined.I was able to feel your excitment.
Coincidentally I had a chance to watch a documentary about the Okavango delta.So I can imagine what the place looks like.You got precious experiences there,didn't you?Also you had marvelous encounters.You'll get this mail in Germany. I'm looking forward to read your next journal.My students also looking forward it.
See you!
Cheryl
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Relaxing
It sounds like your getting really comfortable with this trip. It appears to be a very relaxed lifestyle over there. I'd steer clear of the white lines too from the sounds of things. Catch you next time, Cheryl