Leaving Thirassia  – a Little Shaken, Rattled and Rolled

Leaving Thirassia – a Little Shaken, Rattled and Rolled

This afternoon I will leave Thirassia. My three nights here have been all too short but unfortunately have been dictated by the regularity (or irregularity) of the ferry connections. I do a last bit of handwashing, safe in the knowledge that it will be bone dry after just a few hours on the line. Whilst…

Navigating Thirassia – Step 1 – 270 of them!

Navigating Thirassia – Step 1 – 270 of them!

After a good night’s sleep, I feel ready for action – the single bed that reminds of my childhood days is surprisingly comfortable. Babis has given me clear instructions on how to navigate the island. Most of the villages on the upper plateau can be accessed on foot, however, this morning I’ve hauled on my…

Sikinos – A Breath of Fresh Air – and a Gust of Wind!

Sikinos – A Breath of Fresh Air – and a Gust of Wind!

We are awoken by the sound of a loud clattering as the wind batters the chairs on the terrace. The Meltemi is at full pelt at the moment.  Margarita had told us that this strong wind that blows across the Aegean has been here for 15 weeks which is very unusual. It wasn’t like this…

A Pelican Walks  into a Bus Station …  A Guided Tour of Tinos Island

A Pelican Walks into a Bus Station … A Guided Tour of Tinos Island

Today I’m excited to be doing the day tour of Tinos, having been able to hijack a trip organised for people coming from Mykonos. I am to meet the guide called Valentina at the port. First stop though is a breakfast of bougatsa in the bakery come coffee bar that I had discovered. They have…

Tinos – A Revelation!  Exploring Tinos Town and a Trip to Pyrgos

Tinos – A Revelation! Exploring Tinos Town and a Trip to Pyrgos

A young lady taxi driver picks me up at he Daidalos Hotel.  Together we managed to heave my suitcase into the boot. The conversation begins with her asking me if this is my first time on Ikaria to which I reply that I had stayed in Therma a few years ago. “Ah, so now you…