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Here we are, as promised, once again to talk about the quiet island of Ithaka.      This time we thought it could have been useful to chat about food, wine and restaurants. Just the basic information to survive in case any of you is going there soon. First of all don't expect only fish or seafood. The culinary tradition on the island is really Greek: lots of meat especially lamb which is everywhere. A couple of places would also serve wild goat, if your palate is brave enough for such a strong taste. I have to admit that for 2 foodies (and sometimes tripadvisor addicted) like us, finding places to eat on Ithaka hasn't been that easy. The web doesn't offer that many info on the subject so we had to be adventurous! Let me start from the place we liked the least that was called Sirines .  The service was so dramatically slow, that when the food finally arrived we were so hungry, we literally jumped on it and totally forgot about taking pictures. A...

“As you set out for Ithaka hope your road is a long one full of adventure, full of discovery." Sometimes the journey is more important and fulfilling than the actual destination, but in Ithaka, that's not the case! Indeed, this little Greek island, is a real paradise on earth, but, strangely enough, finding information on the web has been quite difficult. Probably because the island is quite unspoiled and definitely away from mass tourism. And this is one of the reasons why we liked it so much, in addition to the secluded pebble beaches and the deep blue and crystalline sea waters. The seabed is full of variously sized fishes, and snorkeling is the best way to spend your time! The island shape is a bit funny, looking like a two small islands kept together by a thin stretch of land. The southern part is a bit more inaccessible with properly paved roads terminating in the upper village of Perahori. Behind it there is just vineyards and some coves only accessible by boat. The ...

120km in 4 days walking on the extreme southern coastal paths of Cornwall and exploring the numerous archaeological sites of the Iron and Bronze age.  Day 1 – Penzance to Porthcurno We took the South Costal Path - Penzance to Mousehole: the worst part of the entire journey. Mousehole to Lamorna : great views-you walk through a colourful natural reserve and stunning cliffs. Lamorna has a beautiful and rich flora that hides ancient mills and 18 th century country houses. Near Lamorna we saw the very popular archaeological site of Merry Maidens . On the way to Porthcurno through internal paths you can see many other standing stones, the Tregiffian Barrow (about 3000 BC tomb) and then on the coast again you meet the fabulous village of Penberth . The last 3 miles of the path are quite strenuous and steep. Dinner : Cable Station Inn Pub (the only restaurant in the area) - decent food. Overnight : Sea View  B&B – nice and clean place and friendly owners. Day 2 – Porthcu...

The Great Glen Way is a long distance walk that takes you from the East to the West coast of Scotland touching three beautiful Lochs (lakes). This is the diary of our trail. Day one: Difficulty: easy Fort Williams -  Gairlochy: 11 miles (+ extra) A long and pleasurable walk on a flat land along the river Lochy. We stayed at Stronaba in the beautiful Springburn B&B , 4 miles uphill on the right side of the path. The owners were extremely helpful and friendly. Lovely place. Day two: Difficulty: easy/medium Gairlochy - South Laggan: 12,5 miles (+ extra) First Loch (Lochy) of the trip. Beautiful views. Quiet and unspoiled scenery. Plenty of cows and goats all around! We stayed in South Laggan at the basic Great Glen Hostel . Bunk beds. No breakfast available and no chance to get it anywhere around. Nearest pub is a bunk house 1 mile away. Fun place and good ales. Day three: Difficulty: easy  South Laggan - Fort Augustus: 10 miles On the trail you will...

Admission TL 3 Opening hours: 8.30 - 18.30 May-Sept; 8.30 -17.30 Oct-Apr Priene , an ancient city of Ionia in south-western modern Turkey , was one of the most important commercial and cultural centre during the Hellenistic and Roman era. It passed then into Byzantine and finally Turkish hands until it was completely abandoned around the 13th century. The city is located on a dramatic and spectacular hill at the feet of Mykale mount. It looks like a ghost town and has a mystic and magic vibe. The silence and atmosphere that we encountered in this site is something very difficult to find in any other archaeological site in Turkey. The Hellenistic theatre is one of the best example of its kind and very well preserved. It is characterised by 5 armchairs seats decorated with anthropomorphic figures and has beautiful back stage constructions partially intact, which is extremely rare. Behind the theatre you will find the hidden rests of a Byzantine church with a partly damaged pu...

If you are visiting Southern Mexico you can't miss to visit some ancient Maya sites . Here you can find useful info on what we have seen in 20 days around the Yucatan, Quintana Roo, Campeche and Chiapas. Please note that all opening sites and ticket prices are updated at October 2011. 1. Coba  (extended site) Open 8-17 Ticket: 51 mex pesos A bit too touristy. Great pelota ball court. Highest pyramid in Yucatan peninsula (accessible for visitors) with dramatic views from the top. Bicycle taxis available. Cobà pyramid 2. Chacchoben (small site) Open 8-17 Ticket: 41 mex pesos Perfectly kept. Very friendly and helpful manager. Not touristic at all. Peaceful. 3. Kohunlich (medium sized site) Open 8-17 Ticket: 49 mex pesos Best preserved and most beautiful decorative masks (mascarones) we have ever seen. Magical and scary atmosphere due to a tropical storm. Mascarones, Kohunlinch 4. Dzibanche' (large site) Open 8-17 Ticket: 42 mex pesos Stunning tropical jung...