Waves and Wanderlust

12/22/2025

Wishing Happy Holidays to all of my followers, however you may observe them.

12/15/2025

Athens boasts a storied history, with a recorded past spanning over 3,400 years, and its earliest human presence dating back to between the 11th and 7th millennia BCE. We had an exceptional experience in Athens, encompassing visits to ancient ruins, the changing of the guard ceremony, beautiful cathedrals, a sampling of artisanal honey, and indulging in the local cuisine.

11/30/2025

Istanbul itself is remarkable with 20 million people… but its rich history and impressive landmarks, such as the Hagia Sophia and Blue Mosque, are absolutely breathtaking.

11/19/2025

What a hidden gem! The Azores is often likened to Hawaii, with its volcanic features and rolling greens making the comparison well-deserved.

11/13/2025

Have you ever found yourself in a location where the views are so stunning they seem almost fabricated, even when seen in person? This was my experience in Santorini. The vistas are breathtaking and the images captured don’t appear real.

10/24/2025

Civitavecchia, a charming coastal town located 45 minutes north of Rome, serves as a primary port for numerous cruise ships. Its atmosphere is quintessentially Italian and its pace of life decidedly slower than Rome. It’s a must visit if you can!

10/12/2025

We’ll be in Athens in less than a month! Sure hope the scaffolding stays off until then. What a beautiful site this will be. Stay tuned for pictures from seven (7) spots in Greece and (2) in Turkey!

https://abcnews.go.com/International/wireStory/greeces-famed-parthenon-free-scaffolding-time-decades-126425737?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=dhfacebook&utm_content=null&fbclid=IwdGRleANYfDNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoVD5Hqg8wkX6QIzsgWS8MB8KyUubjvOmm6W5KxBHYhUS2hEZnwbf1JCcRFj_aem_GAx9NeCj4UOdhIRic_2zZg

Visitors to Athens can now enjoy an unobstructed view of the Parthenon

10/08/2025

Have you ever had the opportunity to travel to Sydney, Australia? The lengthy 20-hour flight across multiple time zones is quickly forgotten once you arrive in this stunning country. From the picturesque waterfront of Sydney to the breathtaking Blue Mountains and the vast Outback, there is something to suit every interest.

09/25/2025

These beaches in Southern Italy are definitely on my list for the next trip!

https://explo-re.com/top-7-beautiful-beaches-in-south-italy/?fbclid=IwdGRleANCFURleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHoCFfFHZkr9Z6swxV69PxwD7VVO7fMidKakSmXOfSp0Z2WzGmLAWo9-kxt-H_aem_FNap5TTYYVMpvBoDcZsn4A

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09/21/2025

Taormina, Sicily, is a place that never ceases to inspire me. Perched on a hilltop, this charming town on Sicily's east coast boasts an ancient Greco-Roman theater, breathtaking views of Mount Etna, and the sparkling Ionian Sea.