Tuesday, March 31, 2009

Ouzo

Well, we arrived in Athens yesterday after another long day and a half of travelling. Let me just throw it out there that unless you're standing atop the Acropolis, Athens is probably one of the slummiest places Ive ever been. We got here in the late afternoon and decided to overthrow our jetlag by going for a wander in our area. Bad idea.

In Athens, each street looks similar to the last, so map-less and clueless, we wandered and were lost for about three hours. It also isn't too helpful when the locals are all giving you seperate directions to where they think the hostel is. We conversed with roommates (only 8 this time) and then headed down to the bar for our free shot of Ouzo - a Greek liquor made from distilled grapes. It tastes like Sambuka but with a bit more of a burn I suppose! The bar doesn't make dinner on Mondays so a group of us headed around the corner for some Kebabs..3.50 for two very filling Grecian delights! We headed back to the bar and sipped on Sex on the Beach, Strawberry Martinis, Beers and more Ouzo until calling it quits - we had to be up early this morning for a 6 hour walking tour of Athens.

Jenna didn't make it. Hahaha.

So this morning I took a stroll to the grocery store to grab some fruit and water before the ten of us embarked on six hours of treking throughout Athens. It was long but fantastic. We got out of the slums and saw the Parliament (including a large protest as the people attempt to overthrow their Government), the Presidents house, the Olympic Stadium, and then up to the Acropolis. Treking up the Acropolis while its 25 plus was a bit to get used to, but fantastic none the less.

Now for lounging, laundry, showering and more kebabs tonight Im sure. This is our last night in Hostel Aphrodite until we hop a train tomorrow to Patras. The plan from here is to spend our night there and then get on the ferry to Corfu where we are hoping to get a room at the Pink Palace.

Pictures sometime soon! Jenna took the entire afternoon to load hers and I dont think I've got the patience. Hope you're all well at home!

Love, Ash
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7 comments:

  1. UnknownMarch 31, 2009 at 11:04 AM

    Hey Ash its Mom...day off today, didn't do any hiking but the I did get a walking tour of the house, still picking up some of your stuff, Autumns' stuff, laundry ect!!! Autumn seems to have decided that she is sleeping in your room for the next year!!!lol ;] Grandpa Norm fell down the steps again and they phoned EMS to help him get up...he's ok though....no worries. Dads hard at work as usual and Autumns parent teacher interview went great. I have an app. with a foot doctor tomorrow and if I am lucky maybe the summer off !!! Then I can come and visit and hang out with you...JJ hahahaha. Snow is melting fairly quickly now and the lake in the backyard is filling up as usual. We all miss and love ya...Tell Jenna to get up or she will miss seeing the world!!! Stay SAFE!!!

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  2. ashleypclarkMarch 31, 2009 at 11:26 AM

    The entire summer off! Come and visit for sure! Tell Autumn she can sleep there all she wants as long as she doesnt go through my things! Also, you should call Jennas mom for the website if you would like to add minutes onto the phone. It's so hard to be up to call home at a decent hour or when you will all be there. Love you!

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  3. UnknownApril 1, 2009 at 2:08 PM

    hey just loading up the sight at theshop here so everyone can chat with you~~

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  4. UnknownApril 1, 2009 at 5:33 PM

    Hi Ashley, It's AUTUMN! I miss you. Well, lately I've slept much better now that I slept
    in your room. :P :) :D Mmm.. That chocolate bunny was good too. Well, Hope your having tons of fun!*! - Miss you!


    Autumn

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  5. AnonymousApril 1, 2009 at 9:21 PM

    Where is Jenna uploading these pictures?

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  6. ashleypclarkApril 2, 2009 at 5:51 AM

    www.visitmytraveljournal.com

    Then enter - 447924205357
    For the name - jennagrey

    You don't need the password, it will just link to it

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  7. dkApril 4, 2009 at 9:00 AM

    Tray! Oh I soooo wish I was there. Think about your adventure everyday and just wwish all of us wanderers could join you! Did you get to Trafalgar square in London?

    Does seeing the "people" in action start to change your view of government?

    I used to love ouzo ... but it's too licoricy for me these days. The kebabs sound delish.

    Is the title of Jenna's blog "Napping through Europe" - heh heh! Do tell her thanks for the pix though - some great shots there!. HUGEly appreciative.

    The Patras/speedo/ferry story is too funny.

    Love you madly
    anti dk

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