Kefalonia, Greece

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September 1, 2023
Kefalonia, Greece
Myrtos Beach
September 1, 2023 in Greece ⋅ ☁️ 25 °C
The Greek Island of Kefalonia in the Ionian Sea
Was surprisingly not what we expected it to be.
We drove along the winding, west coastal way
To our Zola cottage overlooking a gorgeous bay.

With expansive water, azure blue and enticing
Reached by a zigzag road, steep & frightening.
Here the local cafe served us delicious affogatos
Aside fresh Greek salad with feta and tomatoes.

Diverted up a steep hill to find the Chiesa Bell
An arid area with a pungent, eucalyptus smell.
Spied some fish farms along with cruise ships
Stopping for a bite of crusty bread & tasty dips.

Further along rock strewn roads, we did reach
The Island’s beautiful renowned, Myrtos Beach.
Made up of white pebbles smoothed by waves
Whose relentless swell forms limestone caves.

The turquoise warm water had strong undertows
Affront of sun beds & umbrellas uniformly in rows.
Where, steadfastly sunbathing with the odd rotation
Lay many English folk deduced by their conversation.

Dover like white cliffs appear stark and steep
Rhythmically lapped by waters dark and deep.
Best to be viewed from the deck of a tour boat
To 5 secluded beaches you can swim and float.

Devoured a seafood dinner with octopus grilled
Accompanied with local retsina, slightly chilled.
Delicious thick yogurt topped with walnuts & honey
Definitely not cheap as more on par with our money.Read more
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Kefalonia, Greece
Argostoli
September 5, 2023 in Greece ⋅ ☁️ 24 °C
Awoke to chickens cackling their morning talk
Goats grazing, tinkling their bells as they walk
Amongst white washed walls and groves behind.
It’s the kind of wake up call I definitely don’t mind.

Absorbing the view from hammock or easy chair
Sparse vegetation clings to earth, rocky and bare.
Terraced rock walls allow sheep or olive farming
Creating this island which feels rustically charming.

The De Bosset bridge spans Argostoli’s waters wide
Where in it’s harbour, loggerhead turtles gently glide.
Feeding on sea grass, surfacing to breathe in air
Whilst tourists crowd around to amaze and stare.

Circular St. Theodore lighthouse is pillared and white
Perfect to shelter a storm and watch lightening strike.
Close by is an Argostoli phenomenon of a sink hole,
With a slow waterwheel around which you can stroll.

Across the island to Efimiri we drove for a flat white
Then wandered Old Vlachata for it’s ruins to sight.
Of a town abandoned after the 1953 earthquake
An added bonus, a drone shot of Melissani Lake.Read more
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Kefalonia, Greece
Fiskado and Assos
September 8, 2023 in Greece ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
Took a less travelled road to Fiskado with sharp curves
Around many mountain goat herds, we had to swerve.
Earthquake undamaged, it remains more original
With bougainvillea covered homes looks traditional.

Chillaxed in wooden chairs deciding what to eat
Numerous cats prowl & entwine around our feet.
Invited into the taverna to observe multiple dishes
Friendly staff eager to help fulfil our dietary wishes.

Strong winds made it unappealing going for swims
So drove to Lixouri along roads resembling hairpins.
Wandered the shops & by central square we did sit
To enjoy local pastries and aromatic coffee for a bit.

Passed ridges lined with energy making windmills
To Assos’s Venetian castle perched up on the hills.
It’s beautiful isthmus with houses tangerine & pink
A perfect spot to watch the setting sun, slowly sink.

Chris always looked for figs ripening on trees
If not in private gardens were perfect to seize.
With plentiful fresh produce to create a great meal
Served up on our cottage terrace with a view ideal.

Cicadas serenade us from cypress pines and palms
White sailboats glide the horizon as the ocean calms.
The day fading, time to refresh with a Mythos beer
Living this Greek way of life is so appealing here.Read more
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Trip end
September 9, 2023

Myrtos Beach

Argostoli

Fiskado and Assos