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    • ReisendeCamino Frances
      Dag 75

      To a Grecian Isle

      25. november 2022, Hellas ⋅ ☀️ 9 °C

      Because I finished my Camino early, I have a few extra days to spend in Greece. I've decided to head to the Greek island of Hydra. It's not too far from Athens, a 2 hour fast hydrofoil trip away.

      Arriving by metro train at the Port of Piraeus, I was reminded that I was close to the famous Greek Islands. I realised half the tourists I'd been wandering around Athens with had arrived here on gigantic cruise ships for their one day Athens stop.

      There were boats and ferries in every direction and it took me a good while to figure out where mine was, even though it wasn't far from the train station. The signage seemed more aimed a cars approaching ferries to the islands than passengers walking.

      I'd come to the port with plenty of time to spare as I like to give myself breathing space when I have no idea how to get around. Once I knew where to catch my boat, I strolled around the port town. It's a very industrial place with a large shopping precinct. I guess many people from all over the Greek Isles would come here to shop on the mainland. There's an Ikea and numerous other shops of every kind. I am enjoying the Christmas decorations popping up all over Europe this time of year as well. I think I'm bringing the Christmas spirit home with me this year.

      I finally boarded my boat and head off across the harbour as the sun set. I stopped briefly at the island of Poros, which I couldn't see in the dark, before pulling into the harbour at Hydra just in time for dinner.

      My accommodation was just a five minute walk away in a traditional Greek island white-washed building. After getting my keys and dumping my bag, I headed back to the foreshore and found a meal of chicken souvlaki that proved be my favourite meal of the whole trip.      Les mer

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    • Octoberopolis
      1
      Dag 9

      Ask the Oracle

      30. september 2022, Hellas ⋅ ☀️ 30 °C

      Today we explored Apollo's side of Delphi and the Museum. We had another George to guide us today so we didn't have to make stuff up. He also helped us to stay ahead of the barbarians that would later arrive in their twelve wheel chariots on whirlwind day trips from Athens. We liked George.Les mer

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    • ReisendeColombo Express
      1
      Dag 20

      Ein langer Abend

      13. oktober 2022, Hellas ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C

      Während wir heute am frühen Morgen an einigen schönen Griechischen Inseln vorbei gefahren sind, haben wir ein U- Boot gesichtet. 😳🧐
      Nun sind wir in Piräus und haben bereits Proviant, Wasser und Ersatzteile an Bord bekommen. Ebenso haben wir 450 Metrische Tonnen Schiffsdiesel gebunkert.
      Die Sludgeabgabe steht noch bevor.
      Es dauert wohl noch etwas bis Feierabend ist. 😵‍💫🥱      Les mer

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    • ReisendeCorfu hiking
      Dag 23

      Comrades

      28. august 2022, Hellas ⋅ ⛅ 31 °C

      Today at 5h30 the 98th Comrades marathon got underway. Still in Athens Shirley had a bit of FOMO but we did have a full itinerary ahead of us. The early start was a short 2 klm walk to the ancient Olympic stadium where the plan was to run 🏃‍♂️ on the track. The stadium is so impressive in exceptional condition and completely made out of marble. The stadium is huge and holds 80000 spectators. The bends at the two ends are shorter meaning the straights are a lot longer giving an oblong look to the perfect track. we had fun running and standing on the podium. The museum of the Olympic stadium was not fully open when we arrived. The impressive main auditorium, accessed up a tunnel carved into the rock, has private rooms leading off it, each dedicated to each 4 year games event. The story of the distance of the marathon was interesting, it was Originally 40 klm long and the distance decided by the distance run by the Greek soldier in 490bc. Pheidippides ran in full armour from Marathon to Athens to tell of the Greek victory over the Persians and then dropped dead from exhaustion. At the 1908 games in London the Queen wanted the start to be at Windsor Castle, which added the extra distance to make the race 42.195 klm. Shirley stood at the top of the podium. Great start to the day, we had a coffee and headed to the free 3 hour guided tour. The guides name was Stefan a French man exported from Paris to Athens as he puts it. The walk was filled with excellent commentary and information from this lively little man, What a great way to explore a city Changing of the guards was precisely executed but it’s the background info that really makes it memorable. The Guards are all doing their national service. Being a ceremonial guard is a one year stint and it’s considered very prestigious. The guards stand absolutely still like a human statue for 1 hour at a time. They may not move a muscle and stare straight ahead, if the guard wants to make a report they stamp their rifle and the commander then approached,stands in front and asks questions. The guard answers by blinking 1 is yes 2 is no and 3 is I don’t know. The 8 klm guided walk covered so many sights and went by quickly. 🤨 midday heat and a short rest was followed by wine and beers on an iconic hill, Areopagus, watching the sun set and the Parthenon lighting up. Our first home made meal of the weekend was a toasted sandwich and then falling into bed .Les mer

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    • ReisendeCorfu hiking
      Dag 21

      Athena

      26. august 2022, Hellas ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C

      It was up at 6 and goodbye Corfu our walk across the island was completed, now for a chance to experience some Greek mythology in Athens. The incongruities of rules were waiting at the airport. We checked in and I was told to take my backpack to the oversize counter ( and pay) needless to say I ignored this and walked to the security check carefully removing the flight tags in order to carry on. I was stopped and told to unpack : a small jar of honey a gift tin of olive oil, bottle of water ,some sun block and two jars of Shirley’s makeup cream were deemed unsafe and confiscated but my leatherman knife was ok. Crazy. The metro trip from Athens airport to city centre was 55 min and cost 13 euro we then bought a 5 day all transport ticket for another 8 each at last a rand bargain. Our apartment in central Athens is spacious and central and having a washing machine (with powder ) meant a real clean for our 3 sets of clothing. Scott and Fran arrived and a visit to Lycabettus hill was planned. Lycabettus hill came to be when Athena a Greek god who was helping build Athens, dropped a rock and it landed outside Old Athens. The two gods Poseidon and Athena were competing to be chosen as the god of choice by the people. Athena offered a olive branch and Poseidon a bowl of water and Athena was chosen hence the name Athens. The hill is the highest point in Athens with a 360 degree view of the city and is favourite for sunsets. Couples often climb the steps to propose as the sun hits the horizon. The spectacular sight of Athens from the top is breathtaking. There is a small chapel ( and a very expensive restaurant) at the top the chapel is dedicated to Agio Georgious., the saint whom the two towns we visited in Corfu were named after. There are many steps up and many steps down. Halfway down sitting on a low wall watching the orange ball of the sun sink, accompanied by an Athens feral cat was a great place to share a bottle of red wine.Les mer

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    • ReisendeCorfu hiking
      1
      Dag 22

      Food

      27. august 2022, Hellas ⋅ ⛅ 30 °C

      Saturday morning of history and gods is behind us . We are all ready for the food tour . The early start and long walk in the homes of gods and kings has left us HANGRY.,……. The Greek food of Athens has many ways of increasing the activity of our saliva glands. The amazing conflicting aromas are all over and in every street. The economy of Greece seems totally dependent on the tourists that frequent the Tavernas, Bars and Restaurants and buy tickets to see broken weather worn rocks of the long dead. So good food is important and essential. There are streets for shops selling spices, prepared meats and artifices, clothing There are meat and fish markets . Coffee shops everywhere. The bakeries have bread cake croissants ice cream. You can get a beer or a coke on every corner. We started at a coffee shop making traditional Greek coffee roasting the strong syrup in hot sand. I learnt by unpleasant mistake that bottom of the cup must be avoided as the grounds are like mud. The butcher was like a shop in a colourful movie, displaying Salami’s handing from the ceiling and displays of cold meats of every description. Sitting in a cozy 5 table sampling nook at the back of the shop we ordered a platter with cold local beer. Sadly we had to go out into the noon 🌞 far to soon. The market was streets products from fresh fruit to fish. The butchers section, with the owners using cleavers on cutting blocks and whole animals hanging in the windows is not recommended for Vegetarians and the fresh vegetable and fruit section alive with colour and greenery would turn a carnivores tummy. There were trays of Octopus, Squid, prawns and all types of fish on ice. The quantities are huge and variety almost to much for choosing. The plan was lunch at a special place that chooses the best in the market and then prepared it but we were tasting at every different store and there was no space left for lunch. Home for a late afternoon siesta was now the priority. After a shower a trip to the docks and then a takeaway Gyro for dinner ended a huge dayLes mer

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    • DB Family Europe Grand Tour 22
      Dag 35

      Athens Running Tour

      30. mai 2022, Hellas ⋅ ☀️ 72 °F

      Ran 6.2 km this morning with a guide and a couple from Latvia. We ran around the Acropolis, to the Olympic stadium and through the national gardens. Our guide was actually a very good marathon runner. He ran the classic Athens Marathon in 2 hours 30 minutes. - SeanLes mer

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    • Christie MitchellRTW 2022
      Dag 130

      Last day in Athens

      29. juli 2022, Hellas ⋅ ☀️ 91 °F

      Miles: 9.2 Steps: 23132
      Flights stairs: 44

      We walked around Athens today looking at assorted ruins and temples - they’re kind of everywhere. Nothing as big or impressive as yesterday, but still pretty cool.

      We ended at the Olympic stadium. As in THE OG Olympic stadium. It was constructed in 350bc and is the only one in the world made of complete marble. 1st Olympics held here. Really impressive to sit in the stands and picture everything that’s happened there over the last 2300 years.

      They had a small museum that housed all the torches from the Olympics. Fun looking at them all and picking our favorites.

      We went back to our room to rest and cool off - so we’d be ready to come back out in the evening and see the city lit up. Went to the highest point in Athens and then down close to the Parthenon. Very impressive at night.      Les mer

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    • Europépopée Robin & Simon
      14
      Dag 9

      Athènes

      22. februar 2023, Hellas ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C

      Quelques jours capitalins avec pour tentative de combler nos lacunes en culture mythologique et historique.
      Chouette rencontre avec Giorgios, parrain de la collègue de Simon (toujours la même, notre bienfaitrice à distance) et excellent guide, qui a fait de son mieux pour que nous repartions d’Athènes moins ignorants.Les mer

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    • ReisendeIn einem Jahr durch Europa
      2
      Dag 202

      Athen

      18. oktober 2022, Hellas ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C

      Nun sind wir am südlichsten Punkt unserer Reise angekommen. Nachdem wir nun nochmal gewaschen und uns die Stadt angesehen haben, möchten wir uns morgen, zu Fuß von der Akropolis aus, auf den Heimweg machen. Wir sind schon gespannt was uns alles erwarten wird.

      Ab morgen heißt es "nur noch eine Kurve bis Dunningen".      Les mer

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