Greek Island life

Born from a Greek mother, it goes without saying, my heart craves Greek waters, island life, taverna food and the laid back atmosphere. Everything is go with the flow, there are not appointment times, the path might take you down a different direction, but that's part of the plan you know. White washed houses, old windmills, tavernas by the sea, crystal clear waters are all a part of this recipe. It's perfect. One need not change a thing.

Tinos, Mykonos and Paros were part of my mix this year.

Back to our roots....history prevails!

Mom, Linda and I spent two days in Athens on the front and back half of our island hopping. It's easy to roam the streets of Plaka in old town Athens where it all began. The Acropolis looks down on us and reminds us of the times the great philosophers of the 5th Century gathered to discuss the times and future. We walk the cobble stone streets and are amazed with their condition. Our first activity when arriving in Athens is to eat souvlakia and patates at Thanasis restaurant! Oh what a diametrically opposed life from Switzerland.

Bobikon - farm country

I spent a week and a half in Switzerland this September and stayed with close friend in Bobikon - just outside of Baden (20 mins from Zurich). I woke up to the sound of cow bells and an expanse of farms and apple orchards all around. Life is pristine, calm, peaceful and balanced.

The house we stayed at is a rennovated farmhouse. It is an architectural dream maintaining an old world style with modern ammenities.

The Bahnhoff (in Zurich) is delicious!

Linda and I have a special place in our hearts with "the Bahnhoff strasse" - the central street that runs through Zurich. Not only are there amazing shops, people and architecture, but wonderful food to please the soul! Checkout these images that capture the moment!

Swiss Mountain Bliss!

You arrive in Switzerland and immediately notice the cleanliness, order, quality of life, "green" environmental living, and one need not forget to acknowledge the "cow smell" all around!

I took three days in the Swiss Mountains - the Engadin - to find my peace. It was instant. I was at the top of the world. It's hard not to fall in love with Switzerland with your first step.