Nafplio. The first capital of independent Greece, but only for a year from 1833, Nafplio is a gem. It’s a Venetian port town in a fabulous location at the head of the Argolic Gulf. Its superb Palamidi fortress resembles Edinburgh Castle in the way that it dominates the town, although it is considerably bigger. If […]
Great places to visit
Here are a few of the great places we have stayed at and loved.
Lefkada Skyline. A Greek Winter. Wk III
After the rains. Look at our photos you could be forgiven if you think that the sun shines eternal on Lefkada. It doesn’t. When it rains it’s a different heavenly experience, one of open skies. Water gushes down the street, every roof creates a waterfall, and the sea forgets all that aquamarine business and takes […]
A Greek Winter. Brushing through Thyme. WkII.
The road. Keeping the van moving along the big main roads is easy. You can do it for hours. Driving the van well through the uncared for winding lanes of a Greek island, avoiding the worse bits that’ll shred your tyres, and maintaining a smooth ride for your passengers. Now that’s a different story. Sometimes […]
The High Tatras. Slovakia. Part 5.
The pretty green car? A Tatra from the Tatras. These were only available to the most important people in society (in the Communist system where everyone was equal), so even if you had the money you couldn’t buy one unless you were the right sort. Surprisingly when communism collapsed so did their market. Shame really, […]
Slovakian cliffhangers, at the vets and in the gorge.
An extended stay in Slovakia. The dog’s need for treatment will keep us in Slovakia a week longer than we had planned, but when we’re not worried about her we’re making a thoroughly good time of it. Rain is forecast frequently here, but it doesn’t always fall. Saturday morning’s expected downfall turned out to be […]
Our North Coast 500. In 1000 words.
Mountains. Lochs. Sea. Heathland and bog. Loch sides. Beach sides. Roadsides. Pub car parks and campsites. Haggis. Chips. Macaroni cheese. Great beer and a fair few drams. Take a month if you have it. Our two weeks was just about enough. Whatever you do take as long as you can. But if you have a […]