“I want to see the Parthenon by moonlight.’ I had my way. They floodlight it now, to great advantage I am told, but it was not so then, and since it was late in the year there were few tourists. My companions were all intelligent men, including my own…
In Crete and Athens I noticed dogs and cats lounging around in the grass soaking up sunshine. While sitting on a terrace they will pass by with maybe a glance in your direction never in a hurry to get anywhere. The dogs and cats didn’t seem to belong…
Athens has an allure all its own. And its not just archaeology and history. The ancient capital feels vibrant and alive. With equal measures of grunge and grace, it is a heady mix of edginess and antiquity. The city may be known for the Acropolis, but driving…
Imagine lying in bed at night with a view of the Acropolis. Imagine being in the center of Athens being able to walk to all the museums and ruins. Imagine being close to shopping. Imagine having bars and coffee houses only a step out the front door. Imagine the perfect…