Poros, meaning narrow straight, is made up of two islands, Kalavria and Sferia and is connected by a narrow canal. Because of its closeness to the mainland, it had commercial and political connections with both Athens and the Peloponnese. Poros had a peak period in the 6th – 5th century BC, and the god Poseidon…Continue reading Greece – Poros
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Greece – Sifnos
The ship docked off the small village of Kamares. Kamares has many tavernas, cafes, shops and a couple of pubs as well as many traditional ceramic workshops. Apollonia is the island’s capital, an unspoiled town, renowned for its magnificent architecture. Staying here puts one in the heart of Sifnian life. Most of the town is…Continue reading Greece – Sifnos
Greece – Paros
We arrive at Paros’s capital and port of Parikia. Here you may wander around its bright, cheerful town with peaceful narrow streets which surround the 13th Century Venetian kastro (castle). The fortification crowns a slight rise above the waterfront which is located not too far from the ship. The busy hub of Parikia is the…Continue reading Greece – Paros
Greece – Mykonos
Known as the party island in Greece, boasts a glamorous reputation of having great beaches, stylish bars, expensive shopping, and an active nightlife. But through all the fame, Mykonos has managed to retain its Greek identity and the cubist charms of a traditional Cycladic town. The most popular beaches, namely Paradise Beach and Super Paradise…Continue reading Greece – Mykonos
Germany
Germany…what can we say about this incredible country? Becky’s home for 7 years and Robby’s home for 9 years (Bad Krueznach, Wiesbaden, and Sindelfingen). We both have endless fond memories of this amazing European nation. Landlocked by 9 neighboring countries, we used Germany as our base of operations to explore all of Europe, be it…Continue reading Germany