Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Kalispera (Good evening) from Athens!

We made it! Big sigh of relief! After 28 hours of traveling, we finally checked into our studio apartment, had dinner, and wandered to the base of the Acropolis. Our luggage, however, is still in New York. Actually, it should be on its way now. Hopefully it makes it to us tomorrow afternoon because we really need our toiletries. Even though I brought a small carry-on with a change of clothes and contact solution, I didn't even think about shampoo or soap! Poor Eric didn't think he would need a change of clothes! So, we think we've stayed up late enough, it is dark outside, and we need to go to sleep. Tomorrow is a wandering around Athens day, so not a problem if we sleep in a little. What we've seen so far is amazing. We are literally across the street from the New Acropolis Museum and the base of the Acropolis (there is a very large hill to walk up to get to the Parthenon.) Food also is very good. Eric thought the food on Olympic Airlines was some of the best airline food he's ever had. And we had a wonderful dinner of chicken souvlaki, Greek salad, and zuccini bites. Have a good night everyone. More to come!

4 comments:

Anonymous said...

Sis & Eric... I'm so relieved that your made it safely... I have been checking your blog all morning. Despite the long trip, Athens sounds fabulous and you can have a leisurely day tomorrow. Don't worry about the luggage... it will turn up (hopefully before your cruise). Isn't there a store close by where you can buy shampoo? Looking forward to more news from your both! LOVE, MOM

kara said...

You know they sell toothpaste and shampoo in Athens. Have another adventure and go by Greek toiletries.

Rob said...

Letting you guys know texts are 50 cents to send and it look slike 20 cents to receive. Glad to see you made it, keep an eye out for Mr. Cris and or any relatives.

Jenn Erickson said...

I look forward to hearing about the rest of your adventures! Enjoy Athens! There was a fabulous little candy store on a side street somewhere in the heart of the city that Jeff and I enjoyed. Wish I could remember exactly where it was.