On my first day in Rome, I lost 3€ at an automated ticket machine at the station. In a state of frustration, I decided to walk to the Colosseum. As I walked, it was incredible to see buildings from ancient Roman times still standing and passing by me. I felt incredibly fortunate!
In Venice, as long as you remember the general location of your hotel and the train station, you can discard the map. Frankly, it doesn't help much.
A round trip of four hours, heading to a cape 70 kilometers away from Athens, to experience the grandeur of the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion up close.
I lost 40€ in Athens, and it was truly a "Greek" tragedy.
Visiting the Parthenon, which I had seen so many times in textbooks, was my main reason for coming to Greece!
In Greek mythology, among all the tales of the gods, I am particularly fascinated by the stories about Apollo. On this trip to Greece, I was determined to set foot in Aegina Island and fulfill my dream of visiting the Temple of Apollo.
Want to capture the most beautiful sunsets and night views of Athens? Lycabettus Hill, the city's vantage point, is the perfect spot!