Category: Europe
The Big Island
Remember when I said that I did NOT want to leave Simi? Well, multiple that by 100 and that’s how I felt about Rodos (aka Rhodes). It is the largest island in the Dodecanese. It is home of the Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and its Old Town … Continue reading The Big Island
An Active Volcano and Generations of….What?!?!
According to Greek mythology, when Poseidon took a part of Kos to throw at the giant Polybotes to stop him from escaping, the island of Nisyros was created. But we were not there for Greek Mythology. We were there for a volcano. An active volcano. And what does one do when on an active volcanic island? … Continue reading An Active Volcano and Generations of….What?!?!
Pergamon
Today Pergamon is known for the extensive amount of ancient ruins still in tact high on the mountain above the modern day Turkish city of Bergama. In its prime, however, it was known for its great library, considered to be second only to the Library of Alexandria, and its Asclepeion, which was considered to be the … Continue reading Pergamon
Assos
Since I spoke briefly about it in the last post, I thought I’d follow up with a few pictures of Assos. Assos is a present day seaside resort, known best for its Temple of Athena and the Academy of Assos, which was founded by Aristotle. We actually didn’t spend a lot of time in Assos, … Continue reading Assos
Turkish Time & A Wonky Bus
Oh the wheels on the bus go round and round… round and round… round and round…presuming, of course, the bus actually starts. But I’m jumping ahead, so let me rewind a bit. When April and I arrived in Istanbul, we were happily greeted at the airport and taken to our hotel. Everything in Istanbul went smoothly–more … Continue reading Turkish Time & A Wonky Bus
Turkish Bath
We didn’t actually do much in Kuşadası, which was a coastal resort town, but it was a nice place to a stopover on our way to Bodrum. HOWEVER, we were offered a chance for a Turkish Bath. April wasn’t interested, but I certainly was! The first rule of the hamam is that men and women … Continue reading Turkish Bath
Kuşadası Hotel Options
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Olive You.
Originally posted on The Epicurious Texan:
? Olives. One of the healthiest foods on the planet–their oil is touted as a miracle worker. I have never been a big fan. Ever. Except maaaaybe when they were marinating in gin or vodka. And then only occasionally. Then it happened. A trip to Turkey and Greece, where… Continue reading Olive You.
Black Sea Urchins
If you don’t mind indulging me, I’d like to continue regaling you with our Turkey & Greece trip. I know, I know–everything is out of order because we actually started our trip in Istanbul and I have yet to write about that. I’m just saving the best for last! Not to worry because today you get … Continue reading Black Sea Urchins
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