Bari to Rome

On September 17, our ferry arrived in Bari. We took a cab to the train station and booked ourselves on the next train to Rome. While we waited, we explored a bit and had an excellent, inexpensive lunch. Late in the afternoon we arrived in Rome. Our hotel is situated...

Crossing the Peloponnese

So here’s the thing about having your dream come true: My travel dream has met and in many cases, exceeded my imagination – but it’s still real life with all its challenges. Two days ago we took the Blue Star Ferry from Paros back to Piraeus on the Greek...

Golden Beach on Paros

We’re sorry to be leaving the island of Paros, but we’re relaxed and looking forward to Italy. Walkway to a little beach. A cemetery on the island. I love the photos and mementos. The church by the cemetery. I’ve been in the deep blue, completely clear Aegean Sea...

The Island of Paros

Our friend, Gail Saunders, has a guesthouse we loved. Everywhere we looked, the blue Aegean Sea. I went swimming every day. We ate at wonderful local restaurants. Everything on Paros must be either brought in by ferry, or produced on the island, so most of the small...

Athens

After Dubrovnik, we flew into Athens after dark. We took a cab from the airport to our Airbnb in the Plaka neighborhood, the perfect place to experience both the ancient and modern city. As we drove downtown everyone was walking in the streets, while the cab drive...