Kentrikon Hotel in Lagkadia

Hiking in Lagkadia

We set out with high spirits, aiming to conquer the trail to the Rapi Water Mills, a hidden gem in Greece’s verdant embrace.
The path started off friendly enough, but as we ventured further, itRead more
Olympia Museum

Nestled amidst olive groves and whispers of Olympic legends, this museum is a treasure trove of history.
The exhibits beckoned us with stories etched in stone, bronze, and clay. Chronological andRead more
Ancient Olympia

A short walk from the museum and we arrived at the Archaeological Site of Olympia. This UNESCO World Heritage site holds a rich tapestry of history, where gods and athletes once converged.
TheRead more
Olympia! (Greece)

A short walk from the museum and we arrived at the Archaeological Site of Olympia. This UNESCO World Heritage site holds a rich tapestry of history, where gods and athletes once converged.
TheRead more
Oilympian Olive Oil Tasting

From their website:
Our family has been producing olive oil from the Olympian Region located in Peloponneso, Greece for generations. In the early 1980’s members of our family migrated from Ilion,Read more
Olympus Plaza

Snacks!
Hotel Esperides

This charming town, once a humble fishing village, now enchants visitors with its magical setting. Imagine soaring mountains, sparkling seas, and silvery olive groves.
With just 500 residentsRead more
Beach view

Mourtzinos Tower

Nestled in the heart of the old Kardamyli village, the Mourtzinos Tower stands as a proud reminder of the region’s storied past. Built in 1807, this stone fortress was more than just a defensiveRead more
Grave of the Twins

Tucked away at the back of the old town lies a site shrouded in legend—the Tomb of the Twins.
The twins in question are none other than Castor and Pollux, the famed Dioskouri. Sons of Zeus andRead more
Byzantine Aquaduct

This aqueduct would have been an essential feature during the Byzantine era, carrying precious water from the mountains to the settlements. The snowmelt from Mt. Taygetos' towering peaks would feedRead more
LUNCH with Sea Turtles

Panorama Hotel in Monemvasia

Monemvasia

Imagine a place where time stands still, nestled on a solitary rock, connected to the mainland by just a narrow causeway. Monemvasia, often hailed as the 'Gibraltar of Greece', is a medieval fortressRead more
Top of Monemvasia

Cistern

Greek Cooking Class!

Byzantine Mystras

Meandering through the cobbled pathways of Byzantine Mystras, it's as if you've stepped through a portal into the medieval era. The air is thick with the scent of wildflowers, and the sun casts a warmRead more
Ktima Bairaktaris Wine Tasting

This is Sparta!

Downtown Nafplio

Pension Marianna in Nafplio

Agamemnon's Tomb - Mycenae

Beehive tombs are unique to the late Bronze Age. Holes on the inside indicate that there were decorations attached all the way up.
Mycenae at the top of the hill

Wandering through the ancient site of Mycenea, we were instantly transported to a time when myths were born and legends ruled.
Our exploration took us to the Tholos tombs, marvels of ancientRead more