Birthplace of the ancient Olympic Games in 776 BC, Olympia is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece. Many tourists filter in through the cruise ship port Katakolo, which is lined with sandy beaches, seaside restaurants and shops. Between Olympia and Katakalo is the town of Pyrgos, where my father was born.
The birthplace of democracy is an all-time classic. These are some of the highlights of visiting Athens, including ways to save visiting the archeological sites. Don’t miss a live Rembetika performance at a Greek Taverna – Greek folk museum captures the essence of the Greek spirit.
Last updated on February 9th, 2024 at 05:57 pmAmsterdam is one of the world’s most beautiful cities. Its well preserved 17th century guild houses and lovely canal-side terraces offer a charming backdrop. We were fortunate to live in the UNESCO World Heritage listed city center for 3 and 1/2 years, and have written about the…
Last updated on April 23rd, 2024 at 03:14 pmThis is a guest post written by Alexander Kallimanis Sr. In 1951, he served among 1,263 Greek soldiers and 21 nationalities, as part of the United Nations mission to protect South Korea from coming under North Korean rule in the Greek Expeditionary Forces. The Korean War was…
From dramatic cliffs to storied pubs, Ireland is one of the world’s most popular destinations. We spent two and a half years working on the Emerald island, giving us the opportunity to experience much of the vibrant island. People often ask us how they should spend one week traveling around Ireland. So we decided to break down a perfect week in Ireland, suitable for different travel budgets and interests!
