For Best Views in Saranda, Go to Lëkurësi Castle
Lëkurësi Castle offers the best views of Saranda (Sarandë) and the surrounding countryside. The walk from the town takes around an hour and it’s a Read More…
Butrint: The Most Visited Cultural Tourist Destination in Albania
Today I went to Butrint. It’s a national park located a few kilometres south of Ksamil. Butrint is the Albanian name. In English, it’s called ButhrotuRead More…
Ksamil Beach During the off Season Is like a Sleeping Beauty
Ksamil Beach During the off Season Is like a Sleeping Beauty waiting for the kiss of tourism to bring it back to life. Ksamil beach is near Saranda (Read More…
Athens to Igoumenitsa by Bus (What You Need to Know)
If you are planning to travel from Athens to Igoumenitsa by bus there are some things you need to know. There are two bus companies that offer a servRead More…
Athens to Saranda: Putting My Feet up After a Long Day of Travel
A day starts for me when I get out of bed. It ends when I go to sleep. Sunday was a long day. I got out of bed at 4 pm in the evening and never went tRead More…
Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Athens: Know the Best Time to Go
Every year thousands of tourists in Athens flock to the Tomb of the Unknown soldier to watch the Changing of the Guard. Some of the less informed visiRead More…
How to Avoid Paying ATM Withdrawal Fees While Visiting Greece
Until you know the best banks to use and the ones to avoid, escaping ATM fees in Greece is a bit like a game of Russian Roulette. Depending on which bRead More…
Athens: A City Where Orange Trees Line the Streets
One of the first things I noticed when I came to Athens was all the orange trees that line the streets. To be honest, they are pretty hard to miss becRead More…
Why Do You Get a Glass of Water with Your Beer in Athens?
Since I arrived in Athens at the beginning of the month I’ve been to several bars and have often been given a glass of water alongside my beer. I am sRead More…
Today I Had My First Taste of Greek Coffee
“What is a Greek coffee I asked,” as I stared down at the menu. The girl behind the counter smiled and said, “It’s like a Turkish coffee.” “Oh,” I Read More…