Greece

During the first week of the term break, we went to Greece.  We knew it was early in the season, but we knew it would be warmer than the UK!  It's surprising how "warm" the high 50's and low 60's feel when it's been a long winter.  (It just snowed again here two days ago!) 

We stayed at an all-inclusive resort... which meant it was a nice, relaxing five days.  I actually read three books while the kids played in the indoor pool and at the kids' club.  :)  We made one day-trip into Thessaloniki to see the sights.  Because there were so few tourists in the area, it was hard to find a tour group (the city was about 45 minutes away - expensive by taxi and not advisable by car), but we managed to join on a German tour! 

Here are some of the highlights...

The first day was sunny and lovely!

The kids couldn't wait to go to the beach!

 

Look, Dad, a giant pineapple!

We saw The White Tower in Thessaloniki...

... and the Byzantine acropolis...

... and the catacombs in St. Demetrius...

... and the market.

Anyone want a bird?  On a plate or in a cage?

It has become a tradition to find gelato wherever we are!

View of Mt. Olympus from our room