Sun and Sand in the Cyclades

We are enjoying the sun and beaches in Naxos. This is our second day here after a couple days in Mykonos. We enjoyed our time in Mykonos, but it is certainly a tourist destination, with cruise ships pulling in to port and partying till the wee hours. The main reason we were there was to see Delos, considered the center of the Cyclades. The quantity and quality of the ruins there was amazing. Mykonos town (Hora) was a beautiful town, all narrow alleys and white painted buildings on the hillside. Pictures will come once we get back.

We have a car here in Naxos, so we've been exploring the island extensively. The car is a Chevy Matiz, a little better than the "convertible" Beetle we had in Cozumel. There are some neat historical sites, and many old churches here. This is also where the bulk of the marble for the many of the ancient Greek building projects came from. Our plan for the rest of the time here on Naxos is to enjoy the beach and the cool Aegean waters. Then we'll be off for Santorini.

-G and h