Monthly Archives: September 2010
Athens to Thessaloniki to Skopje
Wednesday morning. Our last day in Athens. After a sumptuous breakfast, we headed for the train station to check on the suitcases. On the way back we got off the subway at Panepistimeou, where, they said, you could get tickets … Continue reading
Athens, September 12 to 15
Athens is, as always, breathtaking. The Greek light, the Acropolis (perfect view from our breakfast room!) and to our surprise, we both remember much more Greek that we expected. We were exhausted from some 29 hours traveling, so mostly slept … Continue reading
From Alameda to Athens on September 10/11
So the big Friday finally arrived. Jennifer came to drive us to the airport–but the more complicated part of it was fitting the suitcases into the car. We tried one way and another and finally David had to drive and … Continue reading
Packing for Macedonia – September 2010
Packing, a house full of full suitcases, and piles of items that “must” get in somehow. We’re leaving in two days via Air Berlin. They have a very clever way of insuring that you don’t overpack. A small first suitcase … Continue reading