Naxos is nice

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May 6th 2016

Published: May 6th 2016

Naxos is one of the larger islands of the Cyclades and is the capital of the province. It has good beaches and is therefore guaranteed a strong tourism interest but doesn't just rely on that, having a strong agricultural industry and a stronger government presence. The fact that it was a straightforward ferry trip from Tinos was also a major factor for us, although the 6 hour trip back to the main... Read Full Entry

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Our travels over the years have often sought out those places that we haven't yet experienced. We have loved chasing new places, but there is a change underway. We continue to enjoy experiencing other cultures along with their food, beverages, history and ways of life but now, having a little more freedom, we will also make more effort to seek out out such things as music events and festivals, particular natural attractions that we have missed and places where we can better appreciate the history of a place and its people. The attraction of the road less travelled and the place less visit... full info

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On Agios Georgios Beach

Waiting for the season 1

Beach furniture from pallets

Waiting for the season 2

Sailboards lined up ready.

Waiting for the season 3

Paddle boards also lined up

First Procession

pausing at the steps to the church. A different bell tune rang out while this happened.

Tail of the first procession

Going up the hill. The police held up the second procession until this one had gone past.

The 2nd procession

setting off

Old ...

town, church, tree, tourists ...

Some of the foot passengers at Mykonos

We were almost the only occupants of the lounge until here. There were also lots of cars, each with at least two passengers, embarking here.

Lamb for lunch

Easter Sunday at our hotel in Rafina. They have big lambs here.

7th May 2016

D MJ Binkley
Dave and Merry Jo Binkley

Naxos
For whatever reason after reading your blog this location doesn't interest me as much as some. You are having a terrific trip. Eager to read more.

8th May 2016

Slowfeet
Slowfeet

We Understand
It was nice for us but we enjoyed Tinos more.

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