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Feel the Local Vibe in Historic Heraklion, Crete
Heraklion is often dismissed as too big, too busy, too gritty, because many visitors come to Crete for the “beachier ” destinations. They may only see the Heraklion airport. Cruise passengers might spend a day. We stayed there for 5 days at the end of our 8 weeks of winter travel to Athens, Cyprus, and…
Cuisine, Culture, and Carnival in Limassol, Cyprus
February 2026 After a week in Larnaca, we moved to Limassol for the next week. There was an intercity bus, but we opted to hire a taxi. Since we were splitting the cost, we splurged on door to door service. Cyprus highways are well-maintained, so if you don’t mind renting a car and driving, you…
Larnaca, Cyprus: Beautiful Beach, Ancient History, and Great Food
February 2-9, 2026 I must confess to knowing next to nothing about Cyprus prior to our trip there this winter. Its mild February temperatures were the main draw, and I had read some positive travel sites about it. The island is divided into Greek Cyprus in the south and Turkish Cyprus in the north. The…
Soak Up The Sun in Scenic Chania
February 23-March 5, 2026 We flew from Paphos, Cyprus to Chania, Crete via Ryan Air. We arrived on time and after a quick baggage claim and passport inspection, we met Manolis, the taxi driver, arranged by our host. The drive from the airport was pleasant; we enjoyed seeing a little of the Cretan countryside with…
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