Tag: Island

  • Samos: Mysteries Revealed!

    Samos: Mysteries Revealed!

    We were excited to arrive at the tiny island of Samos, the birth place of Pythagoras. This beautiful island beckoned, and we, eager explorers, answered its call. The reward? Zero disappointment, just pure enchantment! After taking in the beautiful scenery, we headed to the Monastery of Panagia Spiliani, or “Monastery of the Virgin of the…

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  • Exploring Milos and Mykonos

    Exploring Milos and Mykonos

    Our next stops on our trip to Greece were the islands of Milos and Mykonos. It was like stepping into a dream of white sand, blue waters, and a whole lot of adventure! Milos Our journey began on the volcanic island of Milos, where we discovered the ethereal beauty of Sarakiniko Beach. This stunning beach…

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  • Incredible Isabela

    Incredible Isabela

    Splash! Our ride to Isabela was not the smoothest ride ever. Our boat was practically flying! It was even worse than the ride to the Great Barrier Reef. Luckily, there were not many people on the boat and nobody got sick.   Then finally after two hours we saw land – and sea lions! When…

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  • Cruising the Bay

    Cruising the Bay

    (Sung to the tune of “Down by the Bay”) Down by the bay, Where the pearl farms grow, Off of the boat, I dare not go, For if I do, I’ll get stung by a jelly fish, Have you ever seen a squid, not on my hook? Down by the bay! Ha Long Bay is…

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  • Indian Gondola Ride and Island- Part Two

    Indian Gondola Ride and Island- Part Two

    Do you remember how at the end of yesterday’s post, I said there was more?  Well here is part-two of our amazing backwater experience! As I mentioned previously, palm trees are essential to the villagers way of life.  Not only do they use the palm tree for their homes, furniture, and rope, they also use it…

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