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Naxos viewed from our terrace in Taormina  
   

Naxos viewed from our terrace in Taormina

Odyssey 2018 - Giardini Naxos (and a moment of desperation)

February 26th 2018
We spent the past weekend homebound, as on Saturday we were recovering from our all-day outing to Agrigento the day before; and on Sunday the weather was positively wretched, with rain showers, wind and chilly temperatures throughout the day. So when we awoke to clear skies this morning, we were anxious to relieve our “cabin fever”. Our goal was to walk a section of Taormina we’d not yet exp ... read more
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28th February 2018

IN LOVE
Hello my favorite people! I have just caught myself up with all you have been up to this week! Reading about and looking at pictures is way more interesting than the exam I should be studying for. I am so amazed by the size of the Greek temples; I'm sure even the pictures don't do justice for the breathtaking views you have shared. You know during spring break I will be dreaming of coming to join you hehe. The cannolis make my mouth water, and I would like to have a taste of this "almond wine." Naxos is so beautiful. Reminds me of a quaint little beach town. Love you, miss you both Ashley

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