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Favorite Places to Stay, Updated!
Below are some of the places I have stayed on Crete, if you are coming in 2025, I recommend you consider one of these. I usually travel with friends so some places I recommend are for groups of 4-6 people.… Continue reading
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It’s been one year!
I know I’m a bit behind on writing and so much has happened! We have officially lived on Crete for one year. Things have been going well and I am still learning lots. Greek class is going well but I… Continue reading
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A day in the life on Crete
Now that the holidays are over and the summer crowds aren’t here yet, life is pretty average. We are finding our new norms and getting into a nice groove. Winter has been cold and rainy, so some days are just… Continue reading
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The Holidays on Crete
As the temps lowered on the island and the holiday lights went up, we were excited to experience our first winter and holidays here. Since we live close to the city center, I got to watch Heraklion get dressed up… Continue reading
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6 Months on the island of Crete
I know I have a lot of catching up to do on here but first things first, we have been here for 6 months! I look back and can’t believe how much I have accomplished. I will do some upcoming… Continue reading
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The Oil of the Gods, liquid gold.
I was recently invited to help my friend Clare harvest her olives. Clare has a lovely farmhouse near Knossos with 56 olive trees on her property. I was so excited to be invited and experience this special Greek tradition. Since… Continue reading
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Dog life on an island of cats
So, I have been mentioning the pups on and off in this blog but when we chat with friends the first thing they ask is how are the dogs? It’s been quite and adventure and an adjustment for sure. When… Continue reading
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More of Paros and Naxos
When we decided to visit Paros, we knew that Naxos was a quick 30 min ferry ride away, so we quickly added it to the itinerary. If you want to visit both, you might be unsure which island to make… Continue reading
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About that Paros recap…
Now that my family and friends all have power again and most of the damage is being dealt with, I have a clear head and want to update on my adventures. As you know, my travel girls came to visit… Continue reading
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Sometimes being far from home is hard.
So, my plan was to update you on my trip to Paros and Naxos, but the timing feels off. It was an amazing trip, and I will let you know all about it soon, but not now. As you might… Continue reading
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