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Greece, Symi: back to the Neolithic

Posted on June 24, 2019 by BarryH

Finally made it back to Greece.  Two months later than planned but it was great to be back on Symi. Up in the mountains, temperatures in the thirty’s, pushing up to 40, very pleasant breeze, minimum of 5 miles every … Continue reading →

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Symi:  Rambling around the past

Posted on August 4, 2016 by BarryH

WARNING:  make yourself comfortable and a cup of coffee before starting to read this. If there is anyone out there hooked on Barry’s Ramblings and having withdrawal symptoms, apologies!  I have had people staying with me most of the time … Continue reading →

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Symi, Tilos, The Mani:  rock with an edge!

Posted on July 18, 2014 by BarryH

I was introduced to rock climbing more years ago than I’m prepared to admit, though I will own up to being 13 at the time.  I remember it vividly, not because it was exhilarating but because it was traumatic. It … Continue reading →

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Symi: change of season, change of focus

Posted on June 13, 2014 by BarryH

I’m back on the Hot Rock now.  Straight from Cool Britannia to temperatures in the high 20s.  Locals say that the weather is bizarre for June.  Before I arrived there was a thunderstorm with very heavy rain overnight and strong … Continue reading →

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