Washington, DC may be a particularly polarizing place, but it’s still a fantastic city to visit. The Smithsonian is the world’s largest collection of free museums and the city also has an impressive and diverse culinary scene. The predominantly neoclassical architecture of DC means it bears some resemblance to ancient Athens during the height of its power. Here are 10 great things to do in Washington, DC.
Last updated on August 27th, 2024 at 03:50 pmWe originally met in Brugge, Belgium in 2002, while backpacking solo after college. Bell had just finished a bachelor’s degree in Melbourne, Australia and I had just completed a bachelor’s in history in Orlando, Florida. Fast forward 16 years, and we’re about to celebrate our 13 year…
Last updated on January 15th, 2023 at 08:39 pmWe visited some fantastic destinations over the last year that you should put on your radar. These are wonderful places filled with great scenery and delicious food, which offer great value. Here are 5 hidden gem destinations around the world! Puebla, Mexico Puebla charmed us for our…
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.
Naxos is the largest of the Greek Cyclades islands and one of the best all-around Greek Islands to visit. Its popularity with tourists outside Greece has grown since being features on shows like Anthony Bourdain’s Parts Unknown. Its main town of Naxos Chora features charming pedestrian-only laneways and has a picturesque harbor offering breathtaking sunsets. There are distinct similarities to Cyclades Island neighbors like Mykonos, but Naxos generally offers better value and a more authentic Greek experience.
Unlike some islands that largely abandoned agriculture for tourism jobs, Naxos strikes the perfect balance. Its fantastic culinary scene is rooted in local products grown and produced on the island, including fresh vegetables, meat, local cheese, honey, herbs, olive oil and wine. Beautiful beaches, delicious gastronomy, authentic mountain villages, ancient sites and stunning scenery combine to make this a growingly popular island with tourists. Here are some great tips for visiting Naxos as well as planning travels around Greece!
