Today we head across to Argos, the commercial capital of the region. It's about 15km to the north of Nafplion. We hope to visit a couple of ancient sits and explore the town itself (and what better way to explore than to partake in the local eating/coffee establishments). The local museum provides some valuable information as to what sort of settlement was here in ancient times (Argos is the most ancient town in Greece and Europe) After exploring the town, ...

Today was another day of exploring the local sights (there is so many). After our, by now, obligatory early morning walk followed by a leisurely breakfast, we visit the local War museum. What a fascinating place it is. Quite apart from being filled with military paraphernalia, the narratives with each exhibit put into perspective the place which Greece holds in the history of the modern world - from its early struggles for independence from the Turks, to...

Today we go exploring the city of Nafplion and the surrounding areas. Starting from our hotel at 8am its a pleasant stroll along the port road, past numerous bars/cafes. We headed out to the lighthouse to get a better view of Bourtzi Island and its fort. Along the way there are numerous people out fishing (the bay is reputed to be one of the most fertile bodies of water in Greece). The air is cold and crisp, and the water dead calm. Te sun hasn't yet appeared ...

Today was a travel day. We leave Athens and head for Nafplion. A short walk from our hotel in Athens down to the Avis car rental agency. Pick up the caR and head off down the road. OK, everything you may ever have heard about driving in Greece is absolutely, 100%, no doubt about it, correct!!! A hair raising experience and not for the faint hearted!! not only did we have to contend with a left hand drive vehicle, and driving on the right side of the road, and tr...

Today is our first full day in Athens for sightseeing. So after some breakfast in the hotel we set off in search of some decent coffee. It seems like drinking coffee is the national past-time in Athens - there appears to be coffee shops everywhere you go (NIRVANA!!!!). Next its off to the main attraction of the stay - the Acropolis. Even tho every tourist seems to head there, its still a worthwhile experience. After all its a place where civilisations started a...