Dan and I had a very enjoyable three days in Athens prior to our one week Greek Islands cruise visiting Mykonos, Santorini, Amorgos, Symi, Patmos and Hydra, the latter four islands we have never visited. In Athens we enjoyed visits to the Acropolis, Benaki and Archeological Museums, and the National Gallery. We headed for the Plaka district, just below the Acropolis and Parthenon, for most meals, a lively scene where the food was fabulous including evening meals on rooftop restaurants featuring outstanding views of the Acropolis. Greek food in Greece tastes so much better than what we are used to back home. The fresh ingredients combined with exquisite preparation makes quite a difference. We were introduced to Kaimaki ice cream, a delicious concoction with a unique flavor. The fresh seafood was delicious and Jim's favorite, eggplant, a Greek food staple, was always tender no matter the variation. We departed Athens with a very favorable overall impression of the city. We're now on board the Ponant Le Bougainville, a sleek, small ship with just 92 state rooms. We've visited lovely Mykonos so far (last photo,) and we're headed today to Santorini. We were required to present a recent (24 hour) negative Covid test result in order to board the ship. Masks are mandatory for crew and optional for passengers. The weather was hot and dry in Athens and Mykonos (90s), and we have a nice sea breeze on board the ship. Here are a few photos.
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