I'm very far behind on posting my photos and tales from my trip to Greece. I've now been home longer than I was gone. In reflection I very much enjoyed my time in Greece and will definitely go back. I'm not sure of my expectations going in, but I came away with a ton of wonderful memories and an appreciation for this ancient place.
I began my adventure by flying into Heraklion, Crete. I had a few hours to explore before my travel buddy, Conny arrived, so I headed into the town center. After a delicious lunch and a few beers I wandered around the town, then down to the water. I got some great photos of boats and the harbor, the old walls, and the general vibe.
We headed out to Elounda, a small fishing village on the eastern side of Crete. We enjoyed many restful days under umbrellas near the pool. We also took a drive to the Lasithi Plateau. Until we went to the plateau, the geography of Crete presented itself to be dry and desert-like, located next to the ocean. The plateau was lush and agricultural. A wonderful contrast!
