Tag Archives: Hochlaki

Nisyros: beach art

Posted on November 8, 2017 by BarryH

Nisyros has some of the most spectacular scenery and most spectacular treks in the Dodecanese.  But it’s not great for beaches.  If you want a beach holiday, Nisyros is not the island for you. Not that it doesn’t have beaches, … Continue reading →

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Nisyros: hopping hot rocks

Posted on June 16, 2011 by BarryH

We decided that Monday would also be an easy day in walking terms.  Well, that was the plan.  In the event didn’t quite work out like that. A very lazy morning, reading, chewing the fat, buying a spot of lunch. … Continue reading →

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Nisyros: rocks and butterflies

Posted on June 14, 2011 by BarryH

Apologies for the delay with the blog, the internet connection has been very poor. Saturday was an easy day in walking terms.  After a season skiing in Canada Ruth and Tim had had little exposure to the sun.  A month … Continue reading →

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Back to Nisyros: cut off from the rest of the world

Posted on June 11, 2011 by BarryH

It was an early start to Thursday in order to catch the 09.30 ferry to Nisyros.  A very relaxed start to the day.  The hotel we were staying in was just about OK for overnighting but not somewhere to hang … Continue reading →

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Over the sea to Kos

Posted on June 9, 2011 by BarryH

After having got up and had breakfast on the terrace, Wednesday didn’t follow any kind of pattern at all. Ruth and Tim were arriving at Kos airport at the end of the afternoon and I was crossing over the meet … Continue reading →

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Nisyros: ancient cultures, New Europe

Posted on June 8, 2011 by BarryH

After a much longer and tougher walk than usual on Monday, I decided discretion was the better part of valour on Tuesday morning.  I got everything ready to post the blog and getting a quick connection I posted it all … Continue reading →

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