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Brilliant Watercolours of Santorini

Posted on July 23, 2013 by Alli Blair

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Finally the day had come for the island I was most excited for. I recovered from my illness enough to be able to join the others in Santorini. I may have puked in my hat on the long, twisting, and … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Fira, Greece, Oia, Painting, Photography, Postcard, Santorini, Travel, Volcano, Watercolour

Rhodes & Lindos – Medieval Marvel

Posted on February 7, 2013 by Alli Blair

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Rhodes is one of the most beautiful and popular Greek Islands. Its medieval castles, amazing sea views and pristine clean beaches make it a fantastic place to chill out. I had a great morning exploring Rhodes. It really looked like … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Food poisoning, Greece, Lindos, Medieval, Photography, Rhodes, Travel

Amusing Tour Guide of Patmos

Posted on February 6, 2013 by Alli Blair

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The morning after my last night in Mykonos, I woke up to Patmos and its sacred spots and wild countryside. We explored the monasteries, traditional settlements and country churches. I would say the best part about the excursions was our … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Greece, Patmos, Photography, Travel

Aegean Paradise of Mykonos

Posted on February 5, 2013 by Alli Blair

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After Istanbul, it was on to the Aegean paradise of Mykonos – the island of white-washed houses, windmills and blue domed churches. While walking around and exploring, we came across “Pedro,” the fattest pelican you will ever see. He is … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Aegean Sea, Greece, Mykonos, Paradise Beach, Photography, Travel

The Spirit of Delphi

Posted on February 4, 2013 by Alli Blair

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It was an early morning when I headed to very spiritual Delphi. The sunrise driving in was so mystical. Delphi is known as the centre for worshiping Apollo, one of Zeus’s sons. The oracle of Delphi was a spiritual experience where … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Apollo, Delphi, Greece, Magic, Omen, Oracle, Photography, Spirit, Travel

Gun Show in Olympia

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Alli Blair

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Olympia is the home of the ancient Olympic Games. When I visited it was of course another hot, hot day! I had to roll up and knot my shirt because it was drenched in sweat. Olympia had two parts: the city, … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Greece, Olympia, Olympic Games, Patra Bridge, Photography, Travel

My Big Fat Greek Adventure in Athens

Posted on February 2, 2013 by Alli Blair

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In Athens my breakfasts consisted of: brown bread, fruit salad, Nutella, scrambled eggs, spinach and feta pastries, Greek yogurt and green tea. I am obsessed with Greek yogurt and the little honey swizzle stick. Every day was HOT, around 38 degrees. … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Athens, Greece, History, Parthenon, Photography, Travel

Awful Athens Cruise

Posted on February 1, 2013 by Alli Blair

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I booked a cruise for one day that took me to three islands: Aegina, Poros, and Hydra Island. Oh. My. Gosh. Worst 85 Euros I have ever spent. Luckily, the nicest Australian family randomly introduced themselves to me when I went up … Continue reading →

Posted in Greece Tagged Aegina Island, Athens, Cruise, Greece, Hyrda Island, Poros Island, Travel

Greek Toilets and Taxis

Posted on December 21, 2012 by Alli Blair

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During my time in Athens in July 2011, the great taxi strike began, and I was caught in the middle of it. For weeks it meant roads blocked and no access to ports and airports, except on foot or by … Continue reading →

Posted in Art & Culture, Greece Tagged Athens, Greece, Siesta, Travel

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