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BLOG POST FOR JULY 13
Yesterday was a long day at the airport, but we are all so excited to be in Greece. The sun is out, the food is delicious, and the group is amazing. We are making friends and exploring Athens. The leaders of the day from today will be sending a more detailed report of what we did today, it will include a street tour and a trip to the Acropolis.
We can’t wait to see more of Athens, get to know Crete, and experience Santorini. It’s going to be a blast. We will be sending blog updates every two days or so, so stay in tune for all of the adventures to come. Here is a pick of us gearing up to watch the Euro Cup finals.
Cheers,
Greece GLA
BLOG POST FOR JULY 14
Today we woke up at 8 and had breakfast from the buffet. We had a walking tour called “The invisible Tour” it was led by a homeless man. During this tour we walked around the less visited parts of Athens. The guide told us about his life story and warmed us about the use of drugs. Then after the tour we got gelato from the best ranked ice cream store in Greece. Then we walked home and prepared for our trip to see the acropolis.
Touring the acropolis and learning the history was an amazing way to start the trip. The site is the heart of Athens and is only right to visit if in the city. The stories that go along with the tour were also a great way to introduce us to Greek mythology if we weren’t familiar. I took a picture next to Athena’s olive tree because I was told it would bring good luck.
George and Henry
BLOG POST FOR JULY 15
Ya sas,
The morning started with a buffet breakfast including local food in Greece. We then headed to our bike tour which included the different views of the acropolis. We also learned the different between what the acropolis’s and the parthenon. We then stopped at a really nice restaurant. For the appetizer we had a spicy cheese with bread that was called tyrokafteri. And then for the main course we had Pastitsio. After our lunch we went to the Alimos beach. We stayed for a few hours swimming, playing ball, and hanging with our friends. Then we did a leadership activity about cellphone usage. Since the weather is warm it was so refreshing to cool off in the water and enjoy the beautiful view. Finally we boarded our overnight ship to head on over to the start of our next adventure which will be in Crete.
Julia and Dani
BLOG POST FOR JULY 16
καλή μέρα!
We had an early start at 7am today, driving into Chania and walking around to see the sights. Then, driving almost 2 hours along the coast, students indulged in their creative side making clay pots in Crete’s most famous pottery village, Margarites! It was so cool. Students had the option of sending their beautiful creations home or recycling them for future pottery projects. After a beautiful lunch in Margarites, we drove to our hotel for the night; later watching a very intense pool game that ended in a draw. So much fun. Finally students kicked off their night with dinner and traditional Greek dancing in the mountains. It was a blast.
BLOG POST FOR JULY 17
After breakfast today, we took a food tour around Rethymno, where we tried different Cretan treats in various bakeries and restaurants. We went to lunch, where we were able to try a variety of Greek foods, like yellow split peas with caramelized onions. After that, we took the 2 hour drive to Zaros, where we were able to stay the night in a nice hotel called the IDI hotel, complete with a restaurant, pool and playground. It is beautiful. We spent some time in the pool before going out for dinner at the Idi restaurant, and ended the day with mentor groups, where we did some self reflection and story time. We can’t wait for tomorrow.
BLOG POST FOR JULY 18
Today, we started our day off with a nice breakfast at the hotel. We then made our way by bus to the farm. We made bread from scratch, tiropita , and enjoyed a plate of fresh goat cheese made out of the milk that we got to squeeze out of the goat ourselves. Then we continued to go look at some sheep, cows, pigs, and chickens. We ate lunch, danced together and headed back to the hotel to take a dip in the refreshing pool before our optional hike up the mountain. 4 hours long, it was steep and tricky but there was a beautiful view waiting for us at the top. We then made our way down the mountain to dinner. Dinner was amazing, we had pork skewers, home-made french fries, salad and fresh fruit for dessert. Our day ended with the infamous Chow Circle and the playground! Yamas!!
BLOG POST FOR JULY 19
We started the day off with a morning at one of the best beaches we have ever been to. The waves were amazing, and the few games of volleyball we played were even better. We were near an airport, so we had a great view of airplanes landing right in front of us as well.
The temple of Knossos was a great introduction to the mythical and expansive history of Crete. Not only because of the famous story of the Minotaur and the Labyrinth, but because it gave an illustration as to how it was ruled, as well as a depiction of the politics.
We then checked into the hotel, and relaxed a little bit before going to dinner. We all dressed up nicely and had some of the best food so far. Afterwards, we decided to do a little shopping and treated ourselves to some new clothes.
BLOG POST FOR JULY 20
Today we woke up early and after a quick breakfast boarded a ferry to the lovely Santorini. Our journey was a lengthy one of nearly three hours across a stunning and still ocean. Once arriving on the island, students were treated to a relaxing morning on a black sand beach. While on the beach many students either chilled by the ocean side, went swimming through the waves, or shopped in the various stores and restaurants that lined the beach side.
After lunch and a quick checkin at the hotel, students explored the ancient ruins all over Santorini including old castles, caves and housing. Students were then explored the surrounding areas while watching the sun set on the island. Afterwords students enjoyed a delicious meal and dessert in one of many restaurants.
