For travellers planning a mainland Greece road trip, visiting the Delphi Archaeological Site offers far more than another collection of crumbling stones. This UNESCO World Heritage Site was once considered the very centre of the world by the ancient Greeks — the sacred place … [Read more...] about Visiting Delphi Archaeological Site: Greece’s Mystical Mountain Sanctuary
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Things to Do in Athens: Exploring a Historic Gateway
Arriving in Athens with a list of things to do – from exploring ancient wonders and sunlit ruins – we couldn’t wait to witness the iconic Greece we’d seen in books and films over the years. What we didn’t expect was how quickly the city would push us beyond that postcard … [Read more...] about Things to Do in Athens: Exploring a Historic Gateway
Greece Beyond the Islands: A 21-Day Mainland Greece Road Trip Itinerary
When most travellers dream of Greece, they picture whitewashed, blue-trimmed villages cascading into blue seas, island ferries, and sun-drenched beaches. But beyond the islands lies another Greece—one of ancient sanctuaries, mountain monasteries, stone-built villages, dramatic … [Read more...] about Greece Beyond the Islands: A 21-Day Mainland Greece Road Trip Itinerary
Christmas in Turkey (Blogmas Travel Adventure #12)
We found Christmas in Turkey. Proof in the pudding? Church frescoes painted with scenes of the nativity and statues of jolly ol’ St. Nick himself. Who knew a trip to Turkey would surprise us with a journey into the ancient origins of this favorite time of the year? This is the … [Read more...] about Christmas in Turkey (Blogmas Travel Adventure #12)
Roman Ruins in Conímbriga | Portugal
An aqueduct, forum, baths, noble homes with garden fountains and intricate mosaics? It must be the Roman ruins in Conímbriga, Portugal. Join us for a walk back in time on the western edge of the Iberian Peninsula. Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links. If you buy … [Read more...] about Roman Ruins in Conímbriga | Portugal