Saturday, May 25, 2019

SATURDAY = DELOS!

Today we head to Delos.

We'll explore this important archaeological site during the morning then come back to our villa, maybe explore a beach before we have dinner reservations at:

KASTRO'S!

But first - Delos:

Waiting for our driver to pick us up:
 Doing it the Greek way - no dryer, just use a clothes line!

Tickets purchased!

Fresh caught fish off the pier for sale!
Workout gear for a walking tour of Delos:
About to embark on our cruise!
Our transportation to Delos:
On the boat with Emma and Bebe:

Arrival at the island of Delos:



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Delos

Selfie in Delos:


Touring historical sights of Delos.

The view of the architectural Delos from the dock:
DELOS:

is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, where we explored the ancient ruins of the Temple of Apollo, the sanctuary of Artemis, and the amphitheater.


After all that walking in Delos we:

Jumped in a taverna for a much needed nosh at KOSTAS (greek salads and gyros please):

Found this yummy concoction in Mykonos town - fit the bill for a warm day!

Then..back to the villa to relax by the pool, say our goodbyes to Thomas, Henry, Cam and Peyton, and then - - - what ended up being the best meal of the week:

KASTROS!

Our driver backing up the steep hill:





Eggplant appetizer was ridiculously good!

Caipiroskas with muddled strawberries!
Moussaka appetizer

Best pork tenderloin I've ever had: blue cheese, red cabbage and plum




And not a bad view either:
Baklava with ice cream and honey





The shot to say HBD to Denise!  One of the most photographed spots in Mykonos:

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