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Sithonia

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For Francos birthday we moved to Sithonia part and found this quiet beach not far away from Porto Koufu. We cycled to the nearest restaurant and got soaked in the rain but it was worth it!  There is a small increase in tourist numbers but still it's quiet and you can have a beach to yourself. For now we've seen more campers on the road than car hire cars. Think from the second week of May the weather is perfect to visit Greece.Last week was very lazy. We stayed at Marathias beach and divided our days between fishing and just normal everyday routine.  We moved today to this beautiful beach, Agridia beach. We will stay here till Sunday when we have to head back to Igoumenitsa to take the ferry home.This part of Sithonia is very nice.Sandy beaches, turquise waters and still the small town atmosphere in all villages. There is plenty of space for everyone and the big hotel chains are inexistent. Now let's hope the wind will stop so we can go f...

Termopili therms

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A bit shattered from sleeping on the bar sofa during the night but hey at least it wasn't the floor. Our ferry journey went well,the sea was calm.We arrived at Athens at 6.30 am and drove 200 km to our next destination. And it was so worth it!!! Look at yourself!! We're at Termopili where Spartan king Leonida  and his 300 soldiers defended the pass for 3 days to than being killed by the enemy, only because they were betrayed. As much as we love the history we're not here for that, we're here for thermal baths!🙂 And what a thermal baths!!! They free of charge, water temperature is 40°C and flows trough countless natural pools! Cannot recommend it enough. Now a little nap and another bath in the evening under the stars!!!