Last night we had dinner at a wonderful fish restaurant. The taxi ride took forever, even though the hotel concierge said it was close. Between one way, extremely narrow streets, and heavy traffic we probably could have walked there faster. But, I was happy to have a tour without needing to walk. The bars and restaurants were hopping, Athens is … Read More
Athens – Day 1
I just arrived in Athens this morning. With my friend Sue, we’re taking a cruise through the Mediterranean to Barcelona. We’ll be stopping in several places I’ve never been to before, including Tunisia and Malta. Considering that just over two weeks ago I had back surgery, this is nothing short of a miracle. But my doctor said it wouldn’t be … Read More
Athens, Greece – Day 2
The first time I visited Athens, in 1996, the Parthenon thrilled me, as did the Plaka, the statuary, and the overall vibe. The next time I visited, my enthusiasm had waned. Athens looked dirty, was hotter than hell on a bad day, the sky had a brownish tinge from pollution, and there were too many rude tourists. I love the … Read More