A Road Trip on the way to The Village
A few weeks ago I took a drive with my husband. Our destination was his…
It was a nice ride up on a perfect spring day. Of course we always love to go up to the mountains and have been doing so for years. But this time it felt different, we slowed down a bit and looked around. And we ended up discovering the beauty of the road trip on the way to the village.
… lots of twists and turns.
I should point out that I have not been compensated in any way for this post. We literally stumbled upon this idyllic hotel and were enchanted.
The interesting thing is that this little hotel is nestled between the road and the Vouraiko River. Beyond the river, and parallel to the river and the road, is a train that snakes up to the mountains with the final destination Kalavryta.
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I’m sure you are all bored with my mountain pictures.
So instead lets look up! God was putting on a show just for me and my camera. I always say that the sky is the best canvas for God’s artistry.
A #SoCloseToAmazing moment if there ever was one.
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Oh how fun Mary! Your photos are beautiful! I love road trips, and it’s even more fun when you run across something special like this unusual but beautiful hotel. Sometimes when we go see my girls we leave a day earlier then scheduled just so we can take our time and stop at places on the way if we want. Thanks for the road trip tour.
I am so happy you all liked it. When I first saw the pictures I didn’t think I’d e able to convey the beauty of what I saw.
That literally felt like I went on the road trip with you guys Mary. That scenery is so stunningly beautiful and if I could sit in traffic like that everyday I would be happy
Thank you Michelle, I think that has to be the highest compliment.
So pretty! How fun to stumble upon such a picturesque hotel.
We literally stumbled onto it. Because you can barely see there is anything from the road.
What a wonderful day out! And I love the cross-traffic. We might get the occasional raccoon crossing the road but I’ve yet to see a flock of sheep or cows!
I love seeing the beautiful environment of a world not my own. The mountains are so handsome. We’re quite flat where I am, gentle hills being the biggest climb. These are magnificent, as was that lovely hotel!
I know we have a reputation here in Greece for our beaches. But Jeanie I think the mountains are just as breathtaking. Thanks for stopping by.
Surprise discoveries are always the most rewarding simply because we have no ‘expectations’. That hotel is certainly in a lovely location, perfect for taking in the gorgeous mountains that surrounds it.
You mentioned you headed to your husbands village. Does that mean it is where he grew up?
xxx
Here in Greece everyone has more than one village. It usually means the origins of the parents. In my husband’s case it was the village his father was born. His mother on the other hand was born in a village that is on the other side of the bay. And they met in the town where we live.
Lucky for me, my parents both came from the same village and that is where I was born too.
Yes, my husband boasts numerous villages!! Haha!
“Life is a journey, not a destination” – oft repeated, but your road trip personifies this quote! Your photos are gorgeous as always, they are a story without words. Thank-you for taking me along on this adventure through part of your gorgeous Greece.
Ellen you have no idea how much I appreciate your sweet comments. Thank you so much! <3
So beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful photos!
Thank you Helen for taking the time to visit.
That was a lovely road trip, Mary. What an idyllic spot for a hotel! Nothing but peace and quiet. We also have to stopon the road for sheep and sometimes cows. 🙂
Have a great weekend!
xo Julia
I’m happy to hear that you also have these fun traffic jams. How can one not smile at the sight of them?
What gorgeous photos, Mary!!
The traffic is just horrendous, ha ha!! Too bad you couldn’t get a little wool for my knitting as they were going by!
Jodie
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Haha Jodie. That traffic… sometimes they don’t go across the road but walk in the middle and you are stuck following behind.
Oh wow! No, I am NOT bored in the least! I love your discovery. And I am smiling at the thought of sheep waiting for the light to change to green.
Just as soon, as you finish your visit at my house, I am following you back to yours!
🙂 gwingal
Haha Nikki. those sheep like to take over the country side, like they own it! Just imagine!!
Beautiful – the story, the pictures, the message! Thank you, Mary. I needed this today ♥
Aww thank you dear friend. We are so busy running around all day between the blogs and all the other obligations we have – and you know no one but us has any idea just how hard it can be. I needed this too, so when the hubs said we should go, I jumped at the chance.
As I scrolled through all of this beauty, I kept sighing and “oh my” ing! I always enjoy your posts, but this one was breathtaking. So glad I stopped by today 🙂
Thank you so much Cheryl. I think this one is special because of the light. It was a nice day but not too sunny, there were some clouds which helped to defuse that bright light we normally get.
In the mid-80’s I was fortunate enough to spend an entire summer in Greece. What a wonderful time I had and the memories I still hold dear! The sights, the people, the food! Oh did I mention THE FOOD?!?!? The best on the planet! I envy you living there!
Thank you so much for your sweet comment Kathy. It truly us a wonderful country to live in. Now if only we could correct our little economic problem we would be in paradise.
Oh Mary, Your photography captured this area perfectly. It makes me want to go on a road trip with you to see this fabulous area. Thanks for sharing parts of Greece that many of us will unfortunately, never see in person!
Carol thank you or your sweet comment. You know me always trying to show you the things off the beaten beaches.
I always enjoy your photos and commentary Mary, so I was far from bored. Yes it is fun to take a break and see something different and “smell the roses.” I often don’t take time to do that either. Loved the old camera and that old car, whatever it was. It would be fun to stay in that old hotel. I bet the inside was just as enchanting as the outside.
Florence if you click on the link I believe there are some photos of the interior of the hotel.
I throughly enjoyed the road trip you took us on. I travel Greece through your eyes. It is a beautiful country. It would be great to stay at that hotel. I wonder what the story is behind the movie camera. Do you think the hotel was shown it a movie?
You know the owner is a lover of cinematography and so he has decorated the whole hotel to depict different movie scenes. That would be a fun hotel to stay in.
Mary, what a lovely way to spend a day! Greece is so beautiful! Most of us never get to see the mountains, only the sea in brochures. What special and unique treasures you found that day! Wish I were there! Thanks for sharing!
I have to admit that before I moved here I never appreciated the mountains either. I was born on an island and although my village was in the mountains it still never registered that there were that many mountains in Greece.
Wow, the images are stunning! I love road trips too and it’s been a while since we did one. Your post has inspired me! Picture perfect Mary!
I;m happy to hear that Carolann. It was only for the day but it was still worth it.
Enjoyed the trip with you and your photographs are beautiful what a peaceful quiet place Mary can I ask which Island?
Mary the location is on the mainland of Peloponnese. The Peloponnese is connected to the mainland of Greece by the Corinthian Canal. But it is a large piece of land and not considered an island. It is on the north end. If you look at a map and type in Kalavrita you will get an idea of where we were.
Your country is beautiful and so are your photos. I live in New Mexico so it’s quite a contrast!
Oh yes I can imagine. I have been watching Better Call Saul on TV. I believe it is filmed there. It is definitely quite a contrast.