Took the subway to Pireaus; crazy busy port; lots of big ships. Got a plastic chair on deck & spoke w/ some Canadians. Lots of Canadians & Australians everywhere here. There were seats, snack bar, restaurant, & even beds (for $) available inside, but I decided to tough it out on deck. Beautiful sunset then it started to get a bit cool/breezy & not much for sleeping. The trip took 13 hrs; it stopped at about half dozen or so islands before it got to Ios (ee ous). There was a shuttle bus at the port to take me & others up the hill, which is the city center & nightlife area, & down the other side to The Far Out Beach Club where I'm staying. I didn't expect, & didn't get much for my
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