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Mykonos is a beautiful little town of about 10,000 people on a Greek island of the same name. Tourism is its major industry, with cruise ships bringing thousands of visitors a day. It’s also known for its cosmopolitan nightlife. Many international … Continue reading
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September 7, 2013 Seeing the famous Acropolis in the heart of Athens, Greece was something on my bucket list. It turned out to be somewhat of a disappointment. The massive crowds and ongoing major renovation with accompanying cranes and scaffolding … Continue reading
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September 5, 2013 The second stop on our Mediterranean cruise was Malta. Malta, a small island nation, is situated about 60 miles south of Sicily. We anchored at the capital of the country, Valletta. This was just a quick stop … Continue reading
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Walking Among the Ghosts of Pompeii (20 photos) September 4, 2013 An early port-of-call on our recent Mediterranean cruise was Naples. Nearby Pompeii was first settled in the 6th or 7th century BC by the Greeks. It was conquered by Romans in … Continue reading
