ourbigfatmediterraneanadventure

HOW TO BECOME A LOCAL IN CHANIA, CRETE IN ONLY ONE WEEK (what the guidebooks don't tell you) Themesong: Sunrise, Sunset Dresscode: Bikini, sunglasses, sparkly heels and an equally sparkly dress Accessories: Prayer beads It's univerally accepted that one is to sleep between the hours of sunset and sunrise, but this is not true here in Crete (or in Greece for that matter), but sleep is only permitted between the hours of sunrise and sunset. Here we've broken down a day's itinerary: 2:30 pm - Awake. 3:00 pm - Take bus to ocean beach bar in Agia Marina. 3:30 pm - Hamburger breakfast from sleeping position on lounge chair (NOTE: This is much, much better than breakfast in bed. Here you have the same effect, but get to hear waves crashing, watch attractive Greek boys play ... read more

When we arrived in Greece, we had no idea that we would be entering the Greek Olympics. Anthem: Greek cover songs of American Top 40 Sponsor: Happily NOT sponsored by McDonalds. We have not seen one McDonalds during our entire trip!! Opening Ceremony: A shot of ouzo. Events: The Discus Throw - How many coins can you throw away in a day. It is so expensive here! This event can be claimed an even tie between Jolene and Diana. Both have consumed many beverages, bought too many souvenirs for our bags, and had many fine meals. The Marathon - How many hours is it actually possible to stay awake in the day without falling asleep while sitting up and drinking a coffee. I think dizziness after 2 hours of sleep in 2 days quantifies almost being ... read more