Athens The boys woke up at 10 for a 1:30 plane flight to Athens. Upon seeing it was a propeller plane, some people launched into the Tailspin theme song and, later, Indiana Jones. Those who were silent probably didn't join in because they were unfamiliar with the references. When they landed in Athens, they were greeted by Eleni and Sam. After saying hello, the girls related the story of their grueling 40-hour journey from Italy to Athens, including a 17-hour ferry ride involving Italians and fingers in sleeping ears. Everyone grabbed a cab and headed to the hotel, which was a Best Western (Europe). Although apparently in a bad part of town (Eleni's cousin Elias told had told them earlier "I can't believe I'm driving my Porche through here") the hotel was very chic, including chair
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