Arriving back in Athens following the four hour ferry journey from Syros felt a bit like arriving at Gatwick after a flight. It was that “I’m home from holiday” feeling. My time from Syros was, if you like, a “holiday… Continue Reading
After two excellent days on Syros, the time has come for me to get on the ferry and return to Athens. It took about an hour before Syros disappeared completely from view; plenty of time for photos as the island… Continue Reading
I made the most of today as it is the only day between now and Saturday that I am not travelling. I’ve spent the day enjoying my (very short) stay on Syros. Breakfast was included in the room rate, and… Continue Reading
Part 3 of my Grand Tour of Greece takes me 144km (89m) to Syros: Capital of the Cyclades, and of the entire South Aegean region. Getting here was very easy, but did need an early start. I checked out of… Continue Reading
Ermoupoli (Ερμούπολη) is the capital of Syros Island, the capital of the Cyclades, and the capital of the South Aegean region. A Greek lady there wanted me to take a photo of her – and she was more than happy… Continue Reading
The Northern tip of the island of Syros.
Sitting on the ferry, looking over the port of Piraeus (Πειραιάς), shortly before departing for Syros.