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In today's episode you will learn new travel vocabulary in Greek. Emily and Danae will first engage in a conversation talking about their travel itinerary and then will give you more clarity on related travel vocabulary.E: Λοιπόν Δανάη, ήρθε η ώρα να οργανωθούμε για το ταξίδι μας στην Ελλάδα. / So, Danae, it's time to get organized for our trip to Greece. D: Σωστά! Πλησιάζει η ώρα! Θύμισέ μου, τι ώρα είναι η πτήση μας; / Right! It's getting close! Remind me, what time is our flight?E: Πετάμε την Παρασκευή 15 Αυγούστου στις 2:00 το μεσημέρι από το αεροδρόμιο του Νιούαρκ και η πτήση διαρκεί περίπου 9 ώρες και 15 λεπτά. / We're flying on Friday, August 15th, at 2:00 PM from Newark Airport, and the flight lasts about 9 hours and 15 minutes.D: Άρα θα πάρουμε το λεωφορείο του αεροδρομίου κατά τις 9:00, γιατί θέλουμε γύρω στις 2 ώρες να φτάσουμε και θα έχουμε βαλίτσες να παραδώσουμε. / So, we'll take the airport bus around 9:00 AM because we'll need about 2 hours to get there, and we have luggage to check in.E: Ακριβώς! Θα φτάσουμε γύρω στις 6:00 το πρωί ώρα Ελλάδος. Και σκεφτόμουν να πάρουμε το μετρό, που είναι πιο γρήγορο, για να πάμε στο ξενοδοχείο που είναι στο κέντρο. Έχουμε κλείσει το ξενοδοχείο σωστά; / Exactly! We'll arrive around 6:00 AM Greek time. I was thinking we should take the metro, which is faster, to get to our hotel in the city center. We've booked the hotel, right?D: Εννοείται. Έχω κάνει κράτηση ένα δίκλινο δωμάτιο για δύο διανυκτερεύσεις, από τις 16 μέχρι τις 18 Αυγούστου. Και στις 18 του μηνός νωρίς το πρωί θα ξεκινήσουμε για Ναύπακτο. / Of course. I've reserved a double room for two nights, from August 16th to 18th. And on the morning of the 18th, we'll head to Nafpaktos.E: Ωραία, οπότε κλείσαμε την διαμονή μας και τη μεταφορά μας από και προς τα αεροδρόμια. Λες να πάμε από Αθήνα στη Ναύπακτο με ΚΤΕΛ ή να νοικιάσουμε αμάξι; / Great, so we have our accommodation and airport transfers sorted. Do you think we should take the bus from Athens to Nafpaktos, or should we rent a car?D: Θα έλεγα καλύτερα να νοικιάσουμε αμάξι, γιατί τα δρομολόγια του ΚΤΕΛ δεν θα μας βολέψουν. Η αφετηρία τους θα είναι μακριά και η πρώτη αναχώρηση είναι στις 11:00 το πρωί. / I'd say renting a car is better because the bus schedules won't be convenient. The departure point is far away, and the first bus leaves at 11:00 AM.E: Έχεις δίκιο, είναι αργά. Καλύτερα έτσι, για να έχουμε την άνεσή μας και να είναι ευκολότερη η μετακίνηση. / You're right, that's too late. Renting a car will give us more flexibility and make traveling easier.D: Έτσι το σκέφτηκα και εγώ. Επίσης, όσο θα είμαστε εκεί μπορούμε να πάμε μονοήμερη εκδρομή σε κάποιο από τα κοντινά νησιά και να πάμε με το αυτοκίνητο στο λιμάνι για το πλοίο προς Κεφαλονιά ή Ζάκυνθο. Τι λες; / That's what I thought too. Also, while we're there, we could take a day trip to one of the nearby islands and drive to the port to catch a ferry to Kefalonia or Zakynthos. What do you think?E: Τέλεια ιδέα! Μήπως να κλείσουμε από τώρα τα εισιτήρια του πλοίου; / Great idea! Should we book the ferry tickets now?D: Καλό θα ήταν! Ξέρεις πόσο κάνουν; / That would be a good idea! Do you know how much they cost?E: Θα ψάξω στο σάιτ. / I'll check the website.D: Ωραία, οπότε εσύ αναλαμβάνεις τα εισιτήρια κι εγώ θα βγάλω πρόγραμμα για μονοήμερη εκδρομή στην Κεφαλονιά. Πώς σου φαίνεται; / Awesome! So, you'll take care of the tickets, and I'll plan the day trip to Kefalonia. How does that sound?Ε: Τέλειο! Ήδη ανυπομονώ./ Perfect! I'm already excited!Check out our Instagram @greek_lang_experts or visit our website for our upcoming Greek classes!This summer learn Greek while enjoying your vacation! Fill out the Interest Form and learn more about our fun retreat in Nafpaktos, Greece.If you enjoyed this episode please rate our podcast and leave a comment!
177: Ithaki — The Journey Home Join Kiki this week as she shares highlights of her self-discovery voyage to Ithaka, Athens and Meteora in Greece. Kiki in Greece Today's Lexi: Θάλασσα – Thalassa – Sea In Today's Episode: This episode is the story of “Live a life you will remember.” A wedding invitation to take place on the mythical and magical island of Ithaka prompts Kiki to pack her bags and head overseas. The idea of visiting the island that is famous from Homer's classic poem, The Odyssey, gives momentum to the idea of self-discovery. Hear about ancient life of Athenians, the Agora and Plaka. What's it like to see a world class ballet at the Herodian Théâtre at the Acropolis? Have you heard of Meteora or Kefalonia? How about food and sailing on the island of Ithaka? In the end, what did Kiki discover about herself and staying Ola Kala, All is Well? Hear about all of it and more during Kefi L!fe episode 177. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Slow down! Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Vocals: Zabrina Hay Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O'Leary
Hello, and welcome to Season 13 of The Travel Diaries! ! I'm so excited to be kicking it off with the multi-talented presenter, actor, comedian, singer, and writer, Alexander Armstrong.Most of you will know Alexander as the host of the long-running BBC quiz show Pointless, but this is just the tip of the iceberg. He's had an incredible journey through comedy, starting with his breakout role in Armstrong and Miller, the comedy duo sketch show that gave us some unforgettable characters. He's a classically trained singer with several albums under his belt. He's fronted many fascinating travel documentaries. For the parents listening, you probably recognise his voice from iconic children's shows like Hey Duggee, Peppa Pig and Ben & Holly. He's now a children's author too, with his novel Evenfall: The Golden Linnet, out now. We spoke a few weeks back in a suite at the beautiful Kensington Hotel and he couldn't have been more charming. Relentlessly positive and so passionate about travel.Destination Recap: Magilligan, Northern IrelandAlnick, Sonnet, Dunstanburgh Castle, Wooler - Northumberland, EnglandFlorence, ItalyReykjavik, Iceland Edinburgh, Scotland Sri Lanka Galle, Sri Lanka Jaffna, Sri LankaDatai Langkawi, Malaysia St LuciaAdriatic boat trip"Evenfall: The Golden Linnet" by Alexander Armstrong is out now. *COMPETITION* - I've partnered with the stunning Eliamos hotel in Kefalonia to offer you a two-night stay in one of their gorgeous one-bedroom villas, with breakfast included and a spa treatment included for each guest. For your chance to win, just head over to my Instagram, @hollyrubenstein, where all the details are waiting for you!With thanks to my sponsors today - Citalia - Discover the real Italy with Citalia, the UK's leading Italian holiday specialists. Let the Italy Experts craft the perfect holiday for you and experience Italy like a Citalian.Airbnb - Visit Airbnb.com and find out more. Prospective Hosts can learn more about how much they can earn sharing their space through the What's My Place Worth ToolIf you'd like to hear more from the podcast don't forget to hit subscribe, or if you use Apple Podcasts to press follow so that a new episode lands in your podcast app each week. If you want to be the first find out who is joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram I'm @hollyrubenstein, and you'll also find me on Twitter and TikTok as of a few weeks ago, also @hollyrubenstein - I'd love to hear from you. And if you can't want until then remember there's the first 12 seasons to catch up on, that's over 125 episodes to keep you busy there. Don't forget that all the destinations mentioned by my guests are included in the episode show notes here on your podcast app, and listed on my website, thetraveldiariespodcast.com See you next week! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Obsessions radio show podcast is a weekly 1 hour music mix presented by dj and producer Agent Greg. Expect nothing but pure House music. Choose your preferred listening platform - http://ssyncc.com/agentgreg-obsessions LINKTREE: https://linktr.ee/djagentgreg INSTAGRAM: http://www.instagram.com/djagentgreg FACEBOOK: http://www.facebook.com/djagentgreg WEBSITE: http://www.djagentgreg.com SOUNDCLOUD: http://soundcloud.com/djagentgreg YOUTUBE: http://www.youtube.com/djagentgreg BEATPORT: http://www.beatport.com/artist/agent-greg/23523 TRAXSOURCE: http://www.traxsource.com/artist/2786/agent-greg BANDCAMP: http://djagentgreg.bandcamp.com OBSESSIONS RADIOSHOW: http://ssyncc.com/agentgreg-obsessions 1001TRACKLISTS : https://1001.tl/5uw94m Audio imaging - https://bangproductions.co.uk This show is syndicated & distributed exclusively by Syndicast. If you are a radio station interested in airing the show or would like to distribute your podcast / radio show please register here: https://syndicast.co.uk/distribution/registration
“It's a cave at the foot of the hill at Assos under the old Venetian fortress. There's a sea entrance (the light in the centre) and a small hole that […]
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To support the show, for ad free episodes and exclusive content sign up here.On this episode, George and Maria provide tips on how to decide which island to visit in Greece. Greek phrase shared on the episode: Which island(s) should we go to in the summer?: Se poió nisí na páme to kalokaíri?/ Se poiá nisiá na páme to kalokaíri? (In Greek: Σε ποιό νησί να πάμε το καλοκαίρι;/ Σε ποιά νησιά να πάμε το καλοκαίρι;)Mentions on episode:E-map with Marias top pick for Santorini. Click here to purchase.7 day detailed itinerary for the region of Chania in Crete. Click here to purchase.Click here to book a Travel Consultation meeting with Maria.Related blog posts:How to choose which Greek Island to visit on your next tripExploring the Greek Islands; Top Destinations for Non-Drivers. The Best Islands in Greece for Solo Travellers: Unleashing the Perfect Greek EscapeTrekking in Greece; 10 of the best hiking trails in GreeceFurther Podcast Listening:Ionian Islands: Kefalonia, Lefkada, Kythera (Part 1 and 2)Cyclades: Santorini, Syros, Tinos, Sifnos, Serifos, Kythnos, FolegandrosArgo/Saronic: Islands close to Athens, Top Greek Islands without a car, AgkistriDodecanese: KarpathosOther: Dekapentavgoustos (15 August), 48 Hours in Athens, Where to go in Greece in October, Athens - A Greekend, Alternative destinations with kids, CosmorentAnd of course our bitesize Greek episodes! Also, don't forget to check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram and TikTok to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?#MGIPODCAST Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Rumours surrounding Lord Byron's scandalous divorce rippled throughout the world. Finally, he had no choice but to abandon England in disgrace and flee to Italy, an exile but still the most famous man in Europe. Then, in the summer of 1816 in Geneva, he met a young poet named Percy Bysshe Shelley, and one of the most iconic literary friendships of all time was sparked. A handsome republican with an enthusiasm for free-love, Shelley immediately attracted Byron's admiration. With him, however, was his sister-in-law Claire, a former lover of Byron's, pregnant with his child whom he detested. Also, Shelley's wife, Mary. So it was that on a stormy night of ghost stories, another great masterpiece was born…However, as time passed and in the wake of a series of tragedies, the aging Byron grew increasingly isolated and restive, his thoughts turning once more to Greece, that ancient land of myth and legend. Approached by the London Greek Committee to help support the cause of Greek independence, Byron set off once more for Kefalonia. Was it doom or destiny that beckoned? Join Tom and Dominic for the grand finale of their gripping journey through the life of one of history's most darkly intriguing figures, Lord Byron. From his English exile, Italian sojourn and final love affair, to the greatest adventure of them all... *The Rest Is History LIVE in 2024* Tom and Dominic are back onstage this summer, at Hampton Court Palace in London! Buy your tickets here: therestishistory.com Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Producer: Theo Young-Smith Assistant Producer: Tabby Syrett Executive Producers: Jack Davenport + Tony Pastor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Afsnittet her er muligt fordi nogle af jer lyttere er så fantastiske at støtte på https://10er.app/vinforbegyndere Tusind tak for det! .................... Vi har ikke været der før, men nu skal vi endelig smage græsk vin! Jonas er forelsket i landet, René har aldirg været der, men han ved til gengæld en masse om landets vinhistorie. Der er selvfølgelig masser af spørgsmål der rejser sig og masser af historie, der skal snakkes igennem. Så vi kommer ca. 10.000 år tilbage i tiden og tager en vinrejse frem mod i dag. Vi smager på druerne Robola fra Kefalonia, Savatiano og Roditis fra Mesogia (Retsina) og Xinomavro fra Naoussa og vi går i dybden med deres smag og udtryk. Vi skal have historien bag retsina og høre om hvordan man laver den helt særlige vintype. Vi smager på 1) Robola, Sclavos Winery Vino di Sasso, 2022https://www.oinofilia.com/products/sclavos-vinodisasso?_pos=1&_sid=ea4b5ce12&_ss=r 2) Retsina, Aoton Winery Retsina of Mesogia, 2020https://www.oinofilia.com/products/aoton-retsina?_pos=1&_sid=eb312eb67&_ss=r 3) Xinomavro, Thymiopoulos Vineyards Young Vines, 2021https://www.oinofilia.com/products/thymiopoulos-youngvines?_pos=22&_sid=59186e4f2&_ss=r
Shaun admits that he does actually like going to Greece, which is something of a miracle. So surely comedian Kemah Bob can get him to commit to a trip to the island of Kefalonia, where the goats have golden teeth? Resident geographer, historian and comedian Iszi Lawrence is the umpire. Your Place Or Mine is the travel series that isn't going anywhere. Join Shaun as his guests try to convince him that it's worth getting up off the sofa and seeing the world, giving us a personal guide to their favourite place on the planet. Producers: Beth O'Dea and Sarah Goodman Your Place or Mine is a BBC Audio production for BBC Radio 4 and BBC Sounds.
On this episode, George and Maria, talk about destinations you can visit as a solo traveller. Tune in to learn more & click here to read the dedicated blog post! If you have destinations you think should be included, get in touch is we can come back with a part 2! Chania E-book with 7 day itinerary. Click here to buyPodcast listening:ChaniaChania Q&AThe best of Kefalonia (beach mentioned: Myrtos)Orfia Retreats and GlampingThe Best of SantoriniLefkadaTop Greek Islands without a carBlog posts:Chania - My Eternal ParadiseTop things to do in SantoriniVegan travel in Greece and SantoriniTop Destinations for Non-DriversOther:Homers OdysseyIthaka by C.P. Cavafy and Sean Connery reads ITHAKA | Powerful Life Poem by C.P.CavafyBeach in Ithaki: Gidaki beach.Ferry service for Small Cyclades is Express Skopelitis.Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land and give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?#MGIPODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
My Greek Gardening Podcast - Penny's on holiday in Kefalonia where gardens line Lourdas beach. She's spotted some thirsty sunflowers so decides to do some gorilla watering. Hear My Garden Podcast - Season 4. https://gardenpodcast.co.uk/
“I was in Greece last week, on my first full day there I was on an early morning walk when I started to hear this distant sound of bells but […]
On this episode, George and Maria will take you to some of the island of Kefalonia to meet a local hero; Christina - the owner of Orfia Retreats and Glamping. Tune in to hear more about Orfia, how the idea was born, what you can do there and how to book!Also tune in to the dedicated episodes on Kefalonia to learn more about the top things to do on the island.Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?#MGIPODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Episode 134In Episode 134, Loosing my SH&# returns, Chris joins the show from QM2 in Adelaide with a bumper edition of cruise news & Fact or Fiction. Garry S in Sydney shares images of QM2 and MSC Magnifica in Sydney Harbour.QM2 - Garry Stafford 2QM2 - Garry StaffordMSC Magnifica 2 - Garry SMSC Magnifica - Garry SSupport the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhRun for a Reason – This year Chris will Run for a Reason, raising money for the Type 1 Diabetes Family Centre. The Family Centre is a unique WA based home away from home for people with type 1. The team work alongside people living with type 1 diabetes, to support them to live a full and rewarding life. Donations can be made here: https://lnkd.in/gjs7jXXjCruise NewsCosta Celebrates 75th AniversaryOne year on: Australian cruise renaissance gathers paceMarch 15, 2023 – More than 40 international cruise ships have returned to local waters in the year since Australia's cruise suspension was lifted, reviving an industry worth billions of dollars a year to communities around the country.Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) said today Australia had undergone a cruising renaissance over the summer peak season and was on track to return to pre-pandemic prosperity by the end of the year.The Australian Government announced on March 15 last year it would not renew its national cruise suspension, paving the way for ships to return in a carefully managed revival that began initially with short domestic itineraries in May 2022.Australia has traditionally been one of the world's most passionate cruise markets. In 2019 more than 1.2 million Australians took an ocean cruise, representing 4.8% per cent of the population or almost one in 20 Australians.Costa Celebrates 75th Anniversary On 31 March 2023 Costa Cruises celebrates its 75th anniversary. On that day, 75 years ago in 1948, the “Anna C”, the first passenger ship of the fleet, departed from Genoa bound for Buenos Aires, with 768 guests on board.A historic moment, which started the great success of Costa cruises. Over all these years, day after day, Costa Cruises has taken millions of guests around the world, sharing the happy and unforgettable moments of their holidays.To celebrate this important anniversary together, Costa Cruises has come up with a unique initiative: 75 cruises at a special price, available until April, with different dates depending on the markets, to sail throughout the year, from early spring to autumn, to discover incredible destinations in the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.Ships and itineraries of the 75th anniversary cruisesCosta Smeralda, Costa Toscana and Costa Diadema will offer week-long cruises in the Western Mediterranean, discovering the most beautiful destinations in Italy, France and Spain.In the eastern Mediterranean Costa Deliziosa will visit Marghera/Venice, Katakolon/Olympia (Greece), Mykonos (Greece) Santorini (Greece) and Bari, while during the summer Costa Pacifica will visit Taranto, Catania, Malta, Mykonos and Santorini. Both itineraries are one week long.During this summer, the Costa Fortuna will offer a never-before-seen 14-day itinerary between the Greek islands and the Balearic Islands, with Savona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Messina, four magnificent Greek islands, such as Crete (with a call at Heraklion), Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, Kefalonia (with a call at Argostoli), Palma de Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, and then Barcelona and Marseille.From May to September, cruises in Northern Europe will also be available. The Costa Fascinosa will offer 12-day itineraries to the North Cape, or nine-day cruises to the most beautiful cities in the Baltic; the Costa Favolosa will visit Iceland, the Lofoten Islands, Greenland, a new destination for this summer, or Great Britain and Ireland; the Costa Firenze will offer one-week cruises in the Fjords.Celebrity Cruises brings world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, to the high seasGet your game face on, because the world's fastest growing sport, pickleball, is coming to the world's greatest cruise line, Celebrity Cruises, with new courts added to nine ships* in the Celebrity fleet, including Celebrity Eclipse which is currently cruising Australia and New Zealand.A hybrid of tennis, badminton and ping-pong, pickleball has been embraced by celebrities and athletes around the world, including Nick Kyrgios, Naomi Osaka and even LeBron James. Having officially made its way to Aussie shores in 2020 with the establishment of the Pickleball Australia Association (PAA), the sport has taken off, with membership to the PAA surging to 5,000+ members in just over two years. Jen Ramamurthy, director of the PAA estimates 15,000 people are now playing pickleball across the country – with numbers continuing to skyrocket!Whether a first-time player or an avid pro, travellers can now enjoy open-air courts and panoramic ocean views on participating Celebrity Cruises ships. Guests can either play at their leisure, or as part of an organised event or tournament led by the ship's activities team.*The nine Celebrity Cruises' ships now offering pickleball include: two Edge Series ships – Celebrity Beyond and Celebrity Apex; plus Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Solstice and Celebrity Summit.Celebrity Cruises Launches New Inspirational Content Series, ‘The Tangerine Table'Celebrity Cruises, is launching a new content series spotlighting a wide range of game-changing leaders and crew members across its fleet, diving into their real life stories and their extraordinary achievements.Called “The Tangerine Table, ” each 10-minute episode will feature a small group of Celebrity officers or crew sharing their career journeys, the people and places that have inspired them along the way, and their lives at sea. The series name is a nod to the striking colour of The Magic Carpet®, an engineering feat soaring cantilevered above the sea on Celebrity's industry-transforming Edge® Series ships and considered one of the greatest innovations in the cruise industry.The first episode out today honours International Women's Day with an encouraging “SEA it to BE it” message from the groundbreaking women aboard the line's flagship Celebrity Beyond, including: Captain Kate McCue, the first and only American female captain of a cruise ship and the world's most-followed mariner on social media;First Officer Elizabeth Marami, Kenya's first female marine pilot and first licensed Chief Officer, Navigation.Executive Pastry Chef Atziri Chavez – a Mexican-born talented master of the culinary arts who proudly boasts her well-deserved black scarf;Jelena Vukelic, a Serbian-born wine expert that serves as the ship's Cellar Master.Viewers can tune into the conversation and watch full episodes on both YouTube and Facebook, while also seeing short and impactful clips on Instagram, TikTok and LinkedIn.Carnival – Alcohol Alternative CocktailsCarnival Cruise Line is mixing some of its most popular cocktails as delicious alcohol-free alternatives. Guest-favorite drinks from the mixologists at Carnival's ever-popular Alchemy Bar are now available with non-alcoholic spirits produced by industry-leading distiller Lyre's, making Carnival the first cruise line to offer a full range of alcohol-free cocktails.“Our new partnership with Lyre's gives guests who want non-alcoholic cocktails the best options at sea. We've seen popularity for non-alcoholic cocktails grow rapidly, so to meet that trend, our mixologists have been working to craft alternative versions of our most popular cocktails with none of the alcohol, but all the flavour,” said Zachary Sulkes, Carnival's senior director of beverage operations.Lyre's is the world's most awarded line of non-alcoholic spirits and a global leader in the emerging segment. The company uses all-natural flavours, including essences, extracts and distillates, to match the aroma, taste and appearance you find within time-tested classics.Seven Popular Alchemy Bar Cocktails Recreated with Lyre's:Martini Seduction: Red passion fruit nectar, fresh lime juice and a hint of orange mix with Lyre's White Cane instead of vodka to create this swoon-worthy drink.Spicy Chipotle Pineapple Martini: Lyre's Agave Blanco stands in for vodka to bring this spicy, pineapple cocktail into its non-alcoholic form.The Remedy: Orange juice, pineapple and fresh lime juice are mixed with Lyre's White Cane and Spiced Cane instead of dark and coconut rum.Hearts of Fire: This award-winning concoction featuring fresh thyme and raspberries is re-imagined with Lyre's Dry London instead of gin.Restorative Basil Drop: Lyre's Dry London is mixed with fresh basil and citrus to stimulate and restore the senses.The Perfect Storm: This invigorating boost features strawberry puree, fresh lime and a hit of rosemary and Lyre's Dry London instead of vodka.Cucumber Sunrise: Another award-winning favorite among Carnival guests delivers the same light and delicious flavour with watermelon nectar, cucumber, lime juice and a splash of orange juice mixed with Lyre's Agave Blanco instead of vodka.Windstar Cruises Announces New Whole-Food, Plant-Based MenuWindstar Cruises has partnered with the National Health Association (NHA) to create a new vegan menu on board all six of the small ship line's yachts. The offerings are not only plant-based but also prepared without added salt, oil, and sugar and are gluten-free.Windstar has begun training its culinary team on the new menu and plans to roll out the program fleetwide in June. Vegetarian options, as well as the line's existing omnivore menu items, will continue to be served as usual. Sample dishes from the new menu include:Daily Smoothies at BreakfastRoasted Butternut Squash Velouté with Baked Pumpkin SeedsBaked Cauliflower Croquettes with Salsa Verde and Sautéed SpinachPenne Rigate Pasta, with Crisp Vegetables and Espelette Pepper SauceVeggie Enchiladas with Black Bean & Cilantro SauceChia Seed Truffles with Dates & Coconut SauceTahini Brownies with Fresh StrawberriesThe menu evolved out of hosting several plant-based groups, which have grown significantly in popularity since the start of the pandemic. Lisa McCarl, a former open heart recovery nurse turned travel advisor, has booked several plant-based groups on Windstar and says there is a huge demand for healthy travel options.Holland America Line Introduces New Category of Extended Destination-in-Depth VoyagesHolland America Line is globally recognized as an expert in longer voyages, and to commemorate its historic 150th Anniversary in 2023 the cruise line is introducing extended Legendary Voyages. These lengthier cruises, which range from 25 to 59 days, combine the ceremony of Holland America Line's Grand Voyages with itineraries that feature a comprehensive collection of ports that enrich the experience in each destination.Highlights of Legendary Voyages:Three Legendary Voyages are NEW itineraries for Holland America Line:The previously announced 28-day “Arctic Circle Solstice” that heads north to the Arctic Circle and features 11 calls in Alaska, including lesser-visited ports like Nome and Homer.53-day “Majestic Japan” with 21 total ports, 13 calls throughout Japan and overnights at Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” that explores 10 ports in five countries, with scenic cruising in the famed Great Barrier Reef, Torres Strait, and past the Kumba and Krakatau volcanoes.Destination-rich itineraries focus on a singular region, visiting some of the most unique ports while offering guests an in-depth exploration.Guests will enjoy the “best of” Grand Voyages on-board programming to further enhance each Legendary Voyage with experiences such as iconic theme parties memorable sailaways and classic cruise activities.Shipboard programming is specially curated to share insights into the history and culture of the destinations visited.Guests have more time in port to experience the nightlife with overnight stays in marquee ports including Anchorage, Alaska; Hobart, Tasmania; Honolulu, Hawaii; Manaus, Brazil; Moorea, French Polynesia; Papeete, Tahiti; Reykjavík, Iceland; and Yokohama (Tokyo) and Kobe, Japan.Holland America Line's Legendary Voyages:56-Day or 51-day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 27 or Oct. 2, 2023, respectively, aboard Volendam. The 56-day is from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, to San Diego, California; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.34-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing Oct. 8, 2023, aboard Noordam. From San Diego to Sydney, Australia.28-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale, Florida.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 17, 2024, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.25-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing April 6, 2024, aboard Noordam. From Sydney to Vancouver.28-Day “Arctic Circle Solstice” departing June 9, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Seattle, Washington.35-Day “Voyage of the Vikings” departing July 20, 2024, aboard Zuiderdam. Roundtrip from Boston, Massachusetts.53- or 52-Day “Majestic Japan” departing Sept. 1 or 2, 2024, aboard Westerdam. The 53-day is roundtrip from Seattle; the 52-day is Vancouver to Seattle.56- or 51-Day “Tales of the South Pacific” departing Sept. 25 or 30, 2024, aboard Zaandam. The 56-day is from Vancouver to San Diego; the 51-day is roundtrip from San Diego.35-Day “Australia Circumnavigation” departing Nov. 17, 2024, aboard Westerdam. Roundtrip from Sydney.28-Day “Coral Triangle, Volcanoes and The Great Barrier Reef” departing Jan. 5, 2025, aboard Noordam. Roundtrip from Singapore.27-Day “Amazon Explorer” departing Feb. 8, 2025, aboard Zaandam. Roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale.35-Day “Hawaii, Tahiti and Marquesas” departing Feb. 15, 2025, aboard Koningsdam. Roundtrip from San Diego.29-Day “South Pacific Crossing” departing March 30, 2025, aboard Westerdam. From Sydney to Vancouver.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new programme of sailing for 2024/25Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new programme of cruising for 2024/25, featuring a host of specially-timed sailings to coincide with natural wonders and destination events, chances to encounter native wildlife and uncover rich and vibrant histories across the planet.The new programme, unveiled on Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines' website this morning, includes opportunities to follow natural bird migrations, witness meteor showers, experience the world's second largest carnival, and the chance to spot wild polar bears with a specially-planned scenic diversion away from the well-sailed route.For the first time since 2019, the new programme also features an 11-night Mystery Cruise setting sail from Southampton in November 2024 – with guests able to follow in the footsteps of explorers, navigators and seafarers as they guess their next port of call.Continuing their commitment to sailing from regional UK ports, Fred. Olsen will offer departures from Liverpool, Newcastle, Rosyth, Dover, Southampton and Portsmouth in 2024 and 2025.Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines unveils brand new 82-night ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' Grand VoyageFred. Olsen Cruise Lines has today unveiled a brand new 82-night Grand Voyage, offering the chance to discover the culture-rich lands of Asia on a journey timed specially to coincide with the Holi Festival.The sailing, aboard Fred. Olsen's smaller-sized Balmoral, features calls into Myanmar and Cambodia, known for their ancient civilisations and rich histories, where guests can explore the temples of Angkor Wat from Siem Reap, the largest religious monument in the world, and Myanmar's ancient city of Bagan.Wildlife lovers will have the chance to spot endemic species in Borneo, home to proboscis monkeys, or visit Sri Lanka's Udawalawa Elephant Park, while those with a passion for wartime history can discover the Củ Chi tunnels, an extensive network of underground tunnels, in a call into Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City.An undoubted highlight will be time spent in India, where Chennai will act as the gateway to the ancient monuments and temples of Mahabalipuram, created by the Pallava dynasty, while time in Mumbai will allow those joining the cruise to experience the annual Hindu Holi Festival or immerse themselves in the local way of life by assisting busy dabbawallas delivering lunches across the city.What is more, in addition to the host of experiences on-board and ashore, guests who book to join this Grand Voyage can enjoy up to £500 per person to spend aboard Balmoral, plus free door-to-door transfers within 250 UK mainland miles to the port.Balmoral's 82-night L2502 ‘Discovering Asia with the Holi Festival' cruise, departing from Southampton on 18th January 2025.Itinerary: Southampton, England – Gibraltar, Gibraltar – Cruising Grand Harbour, Valletta – Valletta, Malta – Alexandria, Egypt (overnight stay) – Cruising Suez Canal – Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt – Safaga, Egypt – Jeddah, Saudi Arabia – Colombo, Sri Lanka – Hambantota, Sri Lanka – Port Klang (for Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia – Kota Kinabalu, Borneo – Muara, Brunei Darussalam – Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam – Sihanoukville, Cambodia – Singapore, Singapore – Yangon, Myanmar (overnight stay) – Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India – Kochi, Kerala, India – Mumbai, India (overnight stay) – Muscat, Oman – Salalah, Oman – Aqaba, Jordan – Cruising Suez Canal – Asdod, Israel – Haifa, Israel – Heraklion, Crete – Catania, Sicily, Italy – Cartagena, Spain – Lisbon, Portugal – Cruising by Cristo Rei and Abril 25 Bridge – Cruising by Belém Tower & Discovery Monument, Lisbon, Portugal – Southampton, EnglandP&O's Pacific Partnership Program Sponsors First of its Kind Traineeship ProgramP&O Cruises Australia is delighted to announce it has partnered with Cruise Eden to sponsor a two-year School Based Traineeship (SBAT) in Certificate III Tourism. Tailored for cruise, the SBAT Programme is the first of its kind for an Australian regional port, and has been designed to create vocational employment and training pathways for young people in the South Coast region interested in a career in the Tourism industry.Practical training commenced this week when the program's first trainees – Year 11 students of Eden Marine High School, Keely Grebert and Ocea Thiedeman, boarded P&O's Pacific Adventure for a ship tour with the Captain during her port call to Eden.According to educator and Cruise Eden Manager, Debbie Meers, Keely and Ocea will be assisting the Cruise Eden with operations on cruise days, and training with other tourism businesses during the winter months to broaden their industry experience and knowledge.NCL Expands Exotics Itineraries in 2024/2025NCL Has announced new 2024/25 exotic itineraries, including the debut of Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky in Asia, and new ports of call to Manama, Bahrain; Rarotonga, Cook Islands; Sokhna, Egypt; and Akita, Japan. With this new season of itineraries from October 2024 through December 2025, NCL is expanding its voyages to Antarctica, South America, Africa, Asia, Middle East, Australia and New Zealand by 37%, and its Extraordinary Journeys – the Brand's collection of immersive and port-rich voyages – overall by 15%. This collection of itineraries only reaffirms the company's commitment to providing guests with carefully curated voyages to some of the most sought-after destinations in the world.NCL's maiden call to Bahrain, its first dedicated Middle East sailing – The Brand will offer a seven-day Middle East cruise on Norwegian Sun from Doha, Qatar to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) departing 12 April , 2025. An overnight stay in Abu Dhabi, UAE provides travellers with more time to explore the culturally rich destination. In addition, the open-jaw voyage includes visits to Dammam, Saudi Arabia; Manama, Bahrain – a first time visit for NCL; as well as Dubai and Sir Bani Yas, the largest natural island southwest of Abu Dhabi, UAE.Extraordinary Journeys – NCL's collection of immersive journeys that take guests to lesser-visited and once-in-a-lifetime destinations will include two new back-to-back voyages aboard Norwegian Sky. Departing December 2024, the vessel will offer a 16-day Africa sailing to Seychelles, Kenya, Tanzania, Oman and more during its voyage from Dubai, UAE to Mauritius. Immediately following, she will offer a 17-day sailing from Mauritius to Singapore with calls to Seychelles, Maldives and Zanzibar. On 19 April , 2025, Norwegian Sun will embark on a 16-day cruise from Dubai, UAE to Haifa, Israel featuring 10 ports of call, including Sokhna, Egypt – a brand-new port for NCL. Visiting Sokhna, Egypt allows for easier access to Cairo, where guests can explore the ancient Great Pyramids of Giza.Two NCL ships departing from Haifa, Israel – In November 2024, Norwegian Sky will sail a 16-day Middle East Extraordinary Journey from Haifa, Israel to Dubai, UAE, including the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for guests to transit the Suez Canal in Egypt. Guests can also choose from an 11-day Mediterranean cruise from Haifa, Israel to Istanbul, Turkey aboard Norwegian Sun. Departing 5 May , 2025, the voyage will call to sought-after destinations in Greece, Turkey and Egypt.Three NCL ships to Asia for the first time – As announced in NCL's APAC deployment release distributed earlier this week, Norwegian Sun and Norwegian Sky will debut in Asia, offering an extensive eight-month season from October 2024 through May 2025, sailing country-intensive voyages in the Philippines, Indonesia, Malaysia and Japan – including a collection of coveted Japanese spring cherry blossom and fall foliage itineraries. For the very first time, NCL will call to Akita, Japan during Norwegian Sun's 12-day roundtrip sailing from Tokyo, embarking on 23 October, 2024. Both ships will be joined in region by Norwegian Spirit, who will embark on a brand-new repositioning voyage from Australia to Asia on 7 December, 2024, followed by her first voyage in Asia on 21 December, 2024.Brand-new Australian itinerary – As announced earlier this week, Norwegian Spirit returns Down Under for her third season and launches a new 14-day open-jaw voyage from Sydney to Bali via the Queensland coast in December 2024. The voyage includes calls to Cairns and Darwin, Australia; as well as an overnight visit to Bali (Benoa), Indonesia, providing more time for cruisers to enjoy this exotic destination. In addition, the ship will make the Brand's first port of call to Rarotonga, Cook Islands in November 2025.Sun Princess Milestone: Float Out Ceremony Celebration for Next-Generation Ship in the FleetPrincess Cruises, the world's most iconic cruise brand that delivers dream vacations to millions of guests every year, celebrated a momentous construction milestone with the float out of the cruise line's bespoke, next-generation ship – Sun Princess – at the Fincantieri Shipyard in Monfalcone, Italy.Following the Italian shipyard's tradition, the float out is marked by a special ceremony where a “Madrina” is named to offer blessings and best wishes for the vessel, celebrating the flow of water into the ship's building dock. Princess Cruises Hotel General Manager Simona Stumberger was selected to serve in this special role as an ambassador for Princess, because she epitomizes professionalism and always delivers service with a smile.A native of Slovenia where Stumberger studied hospitality management, she began her career at sea in the bar department and further diversified her hotel experience by working in guest services, and hand in hand with the hotel and food and beverage divisions. Stumberger has been with Princess Cruises for nearly five years.The float out completes the first comprehensive phase of construction for Sun Princess which now transitions to focus on building the ship's interiors.The 175,500-ton, 4,300-guest Sun Princess will offer an array of exciting new dining, entertainment and activity offerings, as well as luxurious staterooms and suites across a broad spectrum of categories. The ship will be highlighted by amazing, never-before-seen spaces such as The Dome, a transformational entertainment venue inspired by the terraces of Santorini, the next-level, brand-iconic Piazza, and three-story Horizons Dining Room that are sure to have everyone talking.Cunard to Launch Silent Discos in Onboard NightclubsYou can dance, you can jive, and you can have the time of your life – in blissful silence – as Cunard is set to launch silent discos aboard its very own dancing Queens.The luxury cruise brand is world-renowned for its glamorous onboard entertainment, but lesser known is the fact that Cunard's Queens are home to some of the liveliest nightclubs at sea.And now, as music lovers across the globe celebrate International DJ Day on 9 March, Cunard has announced that it is introducing silent discos to its iconic late-night venues on selected evenings.The stunning G32 onboard Queen Mary 2 is the biggest of the fleet's nightclubs, which is where you'll find partygoers seeing out the evening in style to the sounds of a live DJ and resident party band.Queen Elizabeth and Queen Victoria, however, are home to the strikingly located Yacht Club, where, if you're looking for a night to remember, travellers dance the night away into the small hours.The introduction of silent discos to these venues is a modern twist on the more established late-night traditions of luxury cruise travel – and is another example of the many immersive onboard experiences offered by Cunard.The concept involves partygoers wearing wireless headphones and dancing to music that is only audible through the headphones. This creates a uniquely entrancing and customisable experience as guests control their own volume and switch between channels to hear different genres of music.This new offering also enables Cunard to take the nightclub proposition out of the main venues and into more unexpected places – transforming areas with parties in the Grand Lobby, on deck or other pop-up locations around the ship.And more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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In this episode I am joined by Julie Karatzis from Cartoules Press. Cartoules Press is a design and letterpress studio based in Long Beach California! They create handmade invitations on their 1920's antique printing press, plus an assortment of Greece inspired gift ideas! Julie is a Greek-American with roots from the island of Kefalonia in Greece. In this interview we also take a deep dive into Kefalonia and talk about the island inside and out, giving you an insiders perspective one what the island is like! All the travel tips you will ever need for the island of Kefalonia! Learn more about Julie and Cartoules Press at: https://www.cartoulespress.com https://www.instagram.com/cartoulespress - -- Greece Chats Podcast with Tony Kariotis https://www.greece-media.com https://www.greece-media.com/greecechats https://www.instagram.com/iamgreece
Episode #115 continues our mini series on Greece, but also celebrates International Women's Day with an interview with female wine filmmaker, Chrisa Giorgi. In the episode, Sarah asks Chrisa about her home island of Crete and her journey to becoming a wine filmmaker. With a 100% female film crew, Chrisa is working to share the stories of Greek winemakers and encourage consumers around the globe to try more wines from Greece. It's an epiosde you can't miss, so be sure to subscribe to the show to catch the full mini series as Sarah interviews winemakers and industry professionals across this unique wine region! ------- Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing >> thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram: @thewineceo Facebook: @sarahthewineceo ------- Today's Guest: Chrisa Giorgi, Filmmaker Wine Cellar Stories Website Instagram: @winecellarstories In the Wine Dark Sea film on Amazon *Support Chrisa's Kefalonia film: Fundraiser -------- Konstantinos Lazarakis' Book: The Wines of Greece
Episode 132In Episode 132, Chris is preparing for his next Guest Lecture and shares the history of entertainment and activities on ships. Baz fails this week's Fact or Fiction and of course we discuss the latest cruise news from around the world.Thanks to Garry S in Sydney for the great images of Arcadia and her Union Jack Livery in Sydney harbour earlier this week. Arcadia was part way through her world cruise. And proudly celebrating World Pride with her rainbow flag flying proudly in SYD harbour.Image Credit: P&O (UK) Arcadia in Sydney Harbour. Garry S. Sydney. Support the showListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhCruise NewsCelestyal Announces addition to the fleet. The Celestyal Journey will offer a lot more of what we know our guests love, including: 149 Balconies – over 28 Suites – 126 Junior Suites – and a stunning Penthouse Suite. A much bigger range of dining options, featuring 7 separate venues, with an amazing Chef's Table and 8 bars allowing us to expand our range of beverages, including our renowned signature cocktails.The Celestyal Journey was owned by Holland America Line before being transferred to P&O Australia and renamed Pacific Aria in 2015. The cruise ship sailed on her maiden voyage for Seattle-based Holland America Line in 1993. The ship was scheduled to join Cruise & Maritime Voyages (CMV) in May 2021 under the new name of Ida Pfeifer.Stellar line up for live broadcast of P&O Cruises ship namingChart-topper Olly Murs will lead the line up of performers at the beach-side naming ceremony of P&O Cruises newest ship Arvia in Barbados in March.The award-winning singer will treat guests watching the live broadcast to his best-loved hits as he performs from Heywood's Beach on Thursday March 16, 2023.Hosting the ceremony, which will be conducted both on board Arvia and from the beach, will be two of the UK's most famous broadcasters and DJs, Sara Cox and Trevor Nelson.Trevor Nelson will take centre stage in Arvia's Skydome for assembled guests and will introduce the famous bottle smash moment with Arvia's yet-to-be-revealed godmother while Sara Cox will host the guests on one of Barbados' most stunning beaches.Both Trevor and Sara will be sailing on Arvia's March 11 departure and will host late night DJ sets on board.To watch the live broadcast with Olly, Sara and Trevor use the following link on Thursday March 16, 2023, at 19:00 (UK time) – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pI4N7fv4J_QSwan Hellenic announces naming ceremony of its largest ship, SH Diana, to be held in AmsterdamSwan Hellenic announced that the naming ceremony of its third and largest ice-class cultural expedition cruise ship, SH Diana, will take place in Amsterdam on the 4th of May.Description automatically generated with medium confidenceThe SH Diana, a new purpose-designed vessel, will be named by luxury travel visionary and icon Valerie Ann Wilson in the presence of Swan Hellenic Senior Management, local dignitaries, VIP guests, the media and members of the cruise and travel industries from around the worldWith over 40 years of experience in the travel industry and serving on almost every travel related advisory board during her career, Valerie's influence remains impactful around the globe and throughout her beloved travel community. Valerie is committed to her true belief that there is no greater power than providing first-hand knowledge and sharing experiences with clients and industry colleagues, while keeping the founding principles of integrity, trust and loyalty as the cornerstones of her business. Following the high-profile events and entertainment after the naming ceremony, Valerie will remain on board as a VIP group host during SH Diana's maiden cruise to Tromso, “Norway Explored,” sailing on the evening of May 4th.Spring Flowers, Summer Festivals and Royal Princess Debut Highlight Princess Cruises' 2024 Japan SeasonDiamond Princess Returns for 36 Departures to Scenic Island Country, Plus Royal Princess Debuts on a New Japan & Northern Pacific CrossingThe lure of Japan is calling with its ancient temples, cherry blossoms, modern cityscapes and vibrant cuisine with the newly released 2024 Japan cruise season on sale now from Princess Cruises. New for 2024, Royal Princess makes her Japan debut and marks the first Royal-Class ship to sail in the region. The series of cruises offers many opportunities to view the magnificent spring flowers, as well as four breathtaking summer festivalsRoyal Princess sails a new Japan & North Pacific Crossing, calling to the northern Tohoku and Hokkaido regions during the magnificent cherry blossom season with the option to combine with the cruise line's popular Voyage of the Glaciers cruise to witness the majestic glaciers of Alaska. Guests can opt to disembark in Anchorage (Whittier) for a 15-day voyage or continue to Vancouver, B.C. for a 22-day cruise. The cruise departs Tokyo (Yokohama) on April 27, 2024.Japan-built Diamond Princess returns to Japan for a March through August 2024 season, sailing roundtrip from Tokyo (Yokohama), calling to 35 destinations in three countries on 31 unique itineraries and 36 departures, ranging from seven to 23 days.Diamond Princess kicks off the season with a series of four 10-day Spring Flowers voyages, calling at all four of Japan's main islands and following the predicted blooming season as it moves from south to north.The Japan festival season reaches its peak in the summer months, and in 2024 Diamond Princess offers guests the opportunity to experience the following festivals with late-night stays in each port:Aomori Nebuta Festival (Aug 2 and Aug 7) which features Nebuta float figures accompanied by traditional music, many vibrant dancers and audience participation, all within easy walking distance from the port.Kochi Yosakoi Dance Festival (Aug 12), one of Japan's 10 largest festivals, featuring teams of dancers with colorful costumes and unique performances.Tokushima Awa Odori Dance Festival (Aug 13), one of the most famous summer dance festivals that dates back to the 1500s and features dancers performing throughout the city well into the night highlighted by the famous “Fool's Dance.”Kumano Fireworks Festival (Aug 17), a display of over 10,000 fireworks visible from the decks of Diamond Princess.Costa Fortuna headlines the best of the East & West Med. Costa Cruises is launching another new program that will make its 2023 holiday offer even richer. It is about three new Costa Fortuna itineraries, which will allow to discover the Mediterranean in a unique way, from east to west, reaching even the Canary Islands.Costa Fortuna's new cruises in the Mediterranean will last two weeks, a formula that for the first time will also be available in the height of summer, allowing guests to enjoy their Mediterranean holidays at their best.This summer, from 24 June to 19 August, the Costa Fortuna will be offering a never-seen-before itinerary, for a unique travel experience that includes two of the Mediterranean's most popular destinations in a single holiday: the Greek and Balearic Islands. The full program of these cruises includes Savona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Messina, four magnificent Greek islands, such as Crete (with a call at Heraklion), Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini, Kefalonia (with a call at Argostoli), Palma de Mallorca, in the Balearic Islands, and then Barcelona and Marseille.Costa Fortuna's second itinerary will instead be dedicated to the Canary Islands, where it will be possible to explore up to five locations of this wonderful archipelago where the sun always shines (Arrecife, Puerto del Rosario, Las Palmas, San Sebastian de la Gomera, Santa Cruz de Tenerife), as well as Madeira, Malaga, Savona and, on some departures, Civitavecchia/Rome. Scheduled departures run from 29 April to 10 June, plus departures on 2 and 16 September.The third itinerary, available on 16 April, 30 September and 14 October, will instead explore Istanbul (where guests can also stay overnight during the September and October departures) and Izmir, in Turkey, Athens, in Greece, and Malta, as well as Savona, Civitavecchia/Rome, Catania, Barcelona and Marseille.Seabourn launches Expeditions in South PacificSeabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury voyages and expedition travel, has unveiled a program of new exciting expedition voyages for summer 2024 and winter/spring 2025 on its two new purpose-built expedition vessels, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. Both ships will explore remote corners of the globe, from the South Pacific and Antarctica to the Arctic, Greenland, Iceland and more. The program also includes the line's first visit to the Kimberley region in northern Australia, where Seabourn Pursuit will travel between June and August 2024.In addition to the Kimberley, Seabourn Pursuit will visit Papua New Guinea, Indonesia, and sail to the South Pacific from Chile to Melanesia between March and October 2024. Meanwhile, sister ship Seabourn Venture returns for another season in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Norway, Greenland, Iceland and the Canadian Arctic. Both ships will sail to the “The Great White Continent” at the end of 2024 and early 2025. All of the new 2024 and 2025 expedition voyages are now on sale.The Kimberley – With ancient, otherworldly landscapes, wildlife from short-eared rock-wallabies to flying foxes, and Aboriginal culture that traces back some 50,000 years, the Kimberley is an experience all its own in northernmost Western Australia. With the Expedition Team geared to lead Zodiac rides to Horizontal Waterfalls and guided hikes to surreal sandstone escarpments, spectacular gorges, and visits with the Traditional Landowners to see primeval caves tagged with rock art, Seabourn Pursuit will offer six 10-day voyages to the region between Broome and Darwin in June, July and August 2024.Papua New Guinea & West Papua – Seabourn Pursuit will operate a series of 15-day voyages to the Papua New Guinea and West Papua in May and June and again in August and September 2024, with combination voyages up to 35 days also available. Some of the world's most incredible snorkeling and diving wait at protected reefs off the mainland and islands surrounding Papua New Guinea and West Papua.The South Pacific from Chile to Melanesia – In March and April and again in September and October 2024, Seabourn Pursuit will sail between the islands of the South Pacific and the coast of Chile via a series of voyages of 14, 17, and 20 days, with combination voyages of up to 37 days also available.Pacific Encounter Refit Revealed – Ship gets two 142m long water slidesCheck out Chris's latest video- showcasing the upgrades: https://youtu.be/NNaplwjYqtAAnd more...Join the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialListen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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Ithaca's main island has an area of 96 square kilometres and had a population in 2011 of 3,231. It is the second-smallest of seven main Ionian Islands, after Paxi. Ithaca is a separate regional unit of the Ionian Islands region, and the only municipality of the regional unit. The capital is Vathy
Today, I'm joined by one of sports broadcasting's most familiar faces, Gabby Logan. This summer alone we watched Gabby helm the Commonwealth Games, the European Championships, the Women's Euros and the London Marathon, to name a few. She's been a trailblazer for women in sport, no doubt inspired by her own family sporting credentials as a former international gymnast herself, as well as being the daughter of a professional footballer and manager, and the wife of a rugby international. She's also the host of the highly podcast The Midpoint, and a prolific writer, here today ahead of the launch of her new book, The First Half. Gabby has travelled all over the globe to cover the world's greatest sporting events - as well as being a keen traveller in the few spare moments she has off. Today she takes us from Vermont and Vancouver to the islands of Kefalonia and St Barths, and much more.Destination Recap:South of FranceQatarRussiaLong Island, New York, USAHighlands of ScotlandGreeceGreek Islands yacht tour - KefaloniaVancouver, BC, CanadaLondon, EnglandJapanEuropean ski holidays in the AlpsRome, ItalyEden Roc hotel, St BarthsTwin Farms hotel, Vermont, USAPeruBadrutt's Palace, St Moritz, SwitzerlandMonacoIndiaGabby Logan's new book ‘The First Half' is available from October 13 in hardback, eBook and audio and you can purchase it now from book stores and online retailers.With thanks to…Briggs & Riley - Take part in this week's competition to win a Briggs & Riley Baseline Essential Carry-On Spinner (RRP £599), monogrammed with your initials & a set of Packing Cubes (£50) to make packing a breeze. To enter, follow @BriggsAndRiley and @HollyRubenstein on Instagram & tag two friends.If you'd like to hear more from the podcast don't forget to hit subscribe or if you use apple podcasts to hit follow so that a new episode lands in your podcast app each week, and if you're really enjoying it I'd be so grateful if you could leave a rating or review. If you want to be the first to find out who's joining me on next week's episode come and follow me on Instagram, I'm @hollyrubenstein and I'd love to hear from you. If you can't wait til then remember there's the first seven seasons to catch up on - that's over 85 episodes to keep you busy there. And don't forget that all the destinations mentioned by my guests are always included in the episode show notes and they're also on my website, TheTravelDiariesPodcast.com Thanks so much for listening. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode, George and Maria will take you to the gem and largest island of the Ionian, or the Eptanisa (The seven islands) as referred to in Greek. My Greek Island loves this island for the natural unspoilt beauty and the people, so expect more episodes to come with local heroes, as Maria has made many friends on this island.Tune in to hear the top things to do in Kefalonia, useful information to keep in mind for your visit, who this island is for and some verified MGI recommendations!Things to note mentioned during the podcast include:Book mentioned: Captain Corelli's Mandolin by Louis de BernièresVillages: Metaxata and AssosCave: Melissani CaveBeaches: Viewpoint of Myrtos beach, Petani Glamping and holistic location: Orfia retreats and glamping Organic farm: En kefalliniaPlaces to eat mentioned: The Fishermans hut and Casa GrecWinery: Foivos WineryFamous wines: RobolaIsland combo: Kefalonia/Ithaki (boat leaves from the port of Sami)Tip: Use the ferry from Argostoli to Lyxouri to save time when driving Greek words shared on the podcast "Meat-pie, Cheese-pie, Spinach-pie, Mushroom-pie": Kreatópita, Tyrópita, Spanakópita, Manitarópita (In Greek: Κρεατόπιτα, Τυρόπιτα, Σπανακόπιτα, Μανιταρόπιτα)Check out the My Greek Island website www.mygreekis.land where you can find blog posts to inspire your next trip, travel tips to download on your phone and more. Also give us a follow on instagram @mygreekisland to keep up to date with the My Greek Island adventures, and for those of you visiting Greece remember to tag us for a future feature.If you liked the episode, feel free to leave a rating and review, and to make sure you are notified as soon as future episodes are released, press the subscribe or follow button on the podcast platform of your choice. And if you have any requests for future episodes, feel free to drop us a DM.There are 227 inhabited Greek Islands, which one will YOU visit next?#MGIPODCAST Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
As the worlds population is set to double in the next 50 years the demand for sustainable food production is becoming an imperative- AQUACULTURE offers an holistic solution head the story of one of the world's leaders on sustainable fish farming.Lara Barazi Geroulana is the managing director of Kefalonia Fisheries a 40 year old Aquaculture company based on an idyllic Greek island which is part of the Ionian Islands group located right opposite the Gulf of Corinth, only 30 km from the coast of the Peloponnese.For her and her company, the journey of sustainability is one of tradition, they are dedicated to preserving the time-honoured way of life on a Greek island. Care, Love and Good Food.https://www.kefish.grFollow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=enFollow Rob Locke (Executive Producer)https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/Follow Huck (Executive Producer)https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTShttps://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork
As the worlds population is set to double in the next 50 years the demand for sustainable food production is becoming an imperative- AQUACULTURE offers an holistic solution head the story of one of the world's leaders on sustainable fish farming. Lara Barazi Geroulana is the managing director of Kefalonia Fisheries a 40 year old Aquaculture company based on an idyllic Greek island which is part of the Ionian Islands group located right opposite the Gulf of Corinth, only 30 km from the coast of the Peloponnese. For her and her company, the journey of sustainability is one of tradition, they are dedicated to preserving the time-honoured way of life on a Greek island. Care, Love and Good Food. https://www.kefish.gr Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork
47. Mental Health & Mindfulness in 2022 Everyone can feel better when they keep their Mental Wellness healthy and in check. RN Yianna Papadeas, a great source of DYNAMI, with more. RN Yianna Papadeas Today's Lexi: Όρια — Oria (Boundaries) In this episode: In today's episode Kefi L!fe will catch up with Yianna Papadeas, BS, BSN, RN, for a ground breaking conversation pertaining to Mental Health and Wellness. News flash, if you have a brain, you have a mental health. Time to break the stigma and build healthy practices for unifying the entire person in mind, body, and soul. The emphasis of this episode is to shed light on mental health and how to improve mental wellness beginning with three simple qualities, which you will discover during this episode. Questions that come up today: Has corona virus affected the mental health of the community? What are some initial ways to practice mindfulness? Does love have anything to do with mental wellness? There is discussion regarding the link between mental health and faith. RN Yianna Papadeas is also the founder and creator of the account DYNAMI, a Mental Health Service. This service explores the link and also introduces you to Patron Saint Gerasimos of Kefalonia. Finally, there is a profound symbolism with the DYNAMI logo, and it has to do with turning your greatest moment of weakness into your greatest moment of strength. Mindful health for you and me during this episode of Kefi L!fe. Today's Ola Kala Moment: Today's Ola Kala Moment is about the value of listening and how it creates strong relationships. Resources: Dynami Δύναμη on Facebook Dynamipp on Instagram Dynamipp on Twitter Efxaristo (eucharisto)! Thank you, Kefi Life listeners, for helping us reach the top 5% of podcasts worldwide! Kefi Life is now one of the top 5% most popular shows out of 2.7 million podcasts globally, as ranked by Listen Score's estimated popularity score! Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O'Leary Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul. Insta: kefilife365 For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils. My.doterra.com/kefilife This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 https://www.ltlawchicago.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.
Episode Overview Episode 84 is the last of 2021. In this show, Chris answers a number of listener questions. Baz and Chris review the year and discuss the latest cruise newsSupport The ShowListen, Like, Subscribe & Review on your favourite podcast directory.Share the podcast with someone you think will enjoy the showBuy Me A Coffee – This podcast is only possible thanks to our supporters, simply buying a coffee keeps us on air. It is just like shouting your mate a coffee, and we consider our listeners close mates. https://bit.ly/2T2FYGXSustainable Fashion – choose a TBCP design or design your own… all using organic cotton, green energy and zero plastic https://bit.ly/32G7RdhSupport Chris in his walk from Cape to Cape: All donations support zero2hero empowering young people to deal with mental health. https://donate.mycause.com.au/cause/263123?donateToMember=156839Cruise NewsEnchanted Princess Officially Named in Original Production “Our World, Enchanted”Enchanted Princess, the 5th royal-class ship in the Princess Cruises fleet, was officially named today in a ceremony titled “Our World, Enchanted.” Hosted by Princess Cruises Celebrations Ambassador Jill Whelan and Enchanted Princess Cruise Director Dan Falconer, the original production introduced viewers to the ship's innovative features of the MedallionClass ship and shared some of Princess' history as a cruise industry leader.The ceremony honoured three members of The Explorers Club – Captain Lynn Danaher, Dr. Vicki Ferrini and Jenifer Austin – who served as the godmothers of Enchanted Princess. The notable godmothers have been recognised for their achievements in expeditions, oceanography and mapping the world's oceans.The 145,000-tonne, 3,660-guest ship represents an evolution of the design platform used for her sister ships – Royal Princess (2013), Regal Princess (2014), Majestic Princess (2017) and Sky Princess (2019) – offering an elevation of spectacular style and elegance distinguished by Princess. The ship's inaugural cruise season began November 10, with various 10-day Southern Caribbean itineraries, sailing roundtrip from Fort Lauderdale. The naming ceremony is available to watchhereCarnival Radiance Christened By Godmother Dr. Lucille O'NealIn a celebration of all things fun and family, Carnival Cruise Line christened its newest ship Carnival Radiance last night in a naming ceremony in Long Beach, Calif., with the ship's Godmother Dr. Lucille O'Neal and her son, Carnival Chief Fun Officer Shaquille O'Neal as featured guests of the event. Carnival Radiance underwent a $200 million bow-to-stern makeover and is Carnival's third ship sailing year-round from Long Beach, joining Carnival Panorama and Carnival Miracle.The heartfelt naming ceremony began with a “We Are Family” video of Carnival Radiance crew members preparing the ship for guests sailing four- and five-day Mexico voyagesIn addition to Big Chicken, new offerings added to Carnival Radiance include Guy's Pig & Anchor Bar-B-Que Smokehouse created by Food Network star and longtime partner Guy Fieri; Heroes Tribute Bar saluting those that serve in the Armed Forces; Cucina del Capitano family-style Italian restaurant; Bonsai Sushi; and the Caribbean-inspired RedFrog Pub. All of the ship's public spaces have been transformed as well – including the water park, youth facilities, retail shops, Cloud 9 Spa and a new Liquid Lounge home to Carnival's award-winning Playlist Productions shows. The exterior of the ship has also been adorned with the line's new red, white and blue hull livery fashioned after its flagship, Mardi Gras.Royal Caribbean Reveals Four World-Class Ships Head to Alaska in 2023Following a successful return to service in Alaska earlier this year, Royal Caribbean announces that they'll return in 2023 for their second consecutive year with four ships in the region.Three bold, returning favourites, Ovation, Quantum and Radiance of the Seas, will be joined by Enchantment of the Seas to offer families and all travellers a variety of ways to experience the Last Frontier and its majestic glaciers, breathtaking wildlife and charming towns.From Mendenhall Glacier to the Inside Passage, to onboard memory-making thanks to unique experiences such as simulated skydiving on RipCord by iFly and taking in awe-inspiring views through acres of glass, vacationers have in-store cool thrills from one day to the next.Ovation and Quantum of the Seas – Cruising from: SeattleOn Ovation's cruises, departing on Fridays, travellers can discover the best of Alaska from one charming town to the next. Extended stays also offer adventure seekers more time to explore in Skagway, Alaska, where one can retrace the steps of the historic Klondike Gold Rush and visit a restored 19th-century railroad depot; and state capital Juneau, Alaska, which offers dogsledding across Mendenhall Glacier and explorations of centuries-old mining trails. Plus, vacationers can head to the road less travelled at Ward Cove near Ketchikan where they can take in the unspoiled scenery along the Tongass Narrows and the wildlife that calls it home, like sea lions, bald eagles, and porpoises.Departing on Mondays, Quantum's stunning itineraries will bring travellers up close to the massive Dawes Glacier after sailing through the impressive Endicott Arm, alongside visits to four coastal communities, including Ketchikan, Alaska, and Victoria, British Columbia. When heading ashore, travellers can look forward to immersing themselves in the local culture while at destinations like Sitka and Icy Strait Point, Alaska, home to the rich history of the Tlingit and activities ranging from kayak island-hopping to whale watching and fishing.Radiance and Enchantment of the Seas – Cruising from: Seward and VancouverRadiance will, once again, sail alternating southbound and northbound itineraries that depart from Seward and Vancouver. Travellers will have the opportunity to discover the region's magnificent landscapes firsthand when visiting Icy Strait Point, Sitka and Skagway, and as they sail the Inside Passage and by Hubbard Glacier.Enchantment makes its way to the Pacific coast for its debut Alaska season, sailing roundtrip from Vancouver. Vacationers have in store more glaciers than one, Hubbard Glacier and Tracy Arm fjord, and inspiring destinations like Haines, Ketchikan – the gateway to the wild landscapes and seascapes – Skagway and Juneau.Renascent Swan Hellenic's SH Minerva sets sail for Antarctica The new ship is on her way to Ushuaia ready for a New Year maiden Antarctic cruise departing 29th December.Wednesday the 8th of December 2021, Swan Hellenic announced that its new ship SH Minerva had left Helsinki for Argentina and her first cultural expedition cruise of the Antarctic, a 10-day New Year celebration of discovery departing Ushuaia on the 29th of December 2021.SH Minerva was delivered on the 3rd of December following her christening on the 23rd of November and 3 days of highly successful sea trials in which the next-generation polar expedition vessel performed beyond expectations in all respects, from manoeuvrability and stability to top speed and emissions. The elegant new purpose-designed ship sailed through the Kiel Canal on the 6th of December. She is the first in a series of three stunning high ice class cultural expedition cruise vessels made for premium cruise experiences worldwide, with a strong bias for extreme latitude areas. SH Minerva features a 5-megawatt diesel-electric propulsion system with selective catalytic reduction and a PC5 ice-strengthened hull with extra-large stabilisers for exceptional passenger comfort. At 113 m, the 10,500-ton vessel has been specially designed to explore the most inspiring and inaccessible places on the planet.The vessels have been designed to meet the latest environmental regulations. SH Minerva is completely self-sufficient for up to 40 days or 8,000 nautical miles. Preparations have been made to implement battery technology which would also make it possible to operate silently. The vessels are equipped with exhaust gas cleaning, advanced wastewater treatment systems and the waste storage facilities required for operating in sensitive polar areas.Providing spacious 5-star accommodation for 152 guests in 76 spacious cabins and suites, the vast majority with large balconies, SH Minerva is operated by an onboard team of 120 to provide the highest levels of personal service.Plancius first back to the FalklandsWhen Oceanwide Expeditions vessel Plancius ports in Stanley this Friday, she will be the first cruise ship to visit the Falklands since the islands reopened its ports to tourism.Plancius will dock in Stanley on December 10th with its full occupancy of 108 passengers, after which guests will be free to explore the town and nearby areas before continuing on their voyage.This is a happy event long anticipated by all parties, though strict COVID-19 measures will remain intact both in the Falklands and on Plancius. All Oceanwide staff and passengers were vaccinated and required to take several tests both before and during their cruise, which will be 17 days into its 19-night total by the time Plancius reaches Stanley.Plancius also underwent extensive upgrades prior to the voyage: Pathogen-killing UV filtration for HVAC systems, fever-detecting thermal cameras for common areas, and dedicated quarantine cabins with independent air vents are just some of the many safety measures Oceanwide has taken.Stanley businesses have likewise developed additional protocols. These include but are not limited to enhanced cleaning routines, contactless payment, and self-declaration forms, efforts that have earned the islands the approval of the World Travel & Tourism Council.Margaritaville Sets Sail with Margaritaville at SeaMargaritaville announces Margaritaville at Sea, an offshore resort experience. The first cruise ship, Margaritaville Paradise, will offer the fun, escapism, and state of mind synonymous with the global lifestyle brand.Departing on her first passenger sailing on April 30 from the Port of Palm Beach Florida to Grand Bahama Island, Margaritaville Paradise will include 10 passenger decks and 658 cabins in various stateroom categories. Following a multi-million investment and refurbishment, the ship's cabins and common spaces will feature Margaritaville's signature casual-luxe design with subtle nautical details and colours influenced by the surrounding sea, sand, and sky.Margaritaville Paradise, formerly Bahamas Paradise Cruise Line's flagship vessel, Grand Classica, will feature gourmet food and beverage options, including JWB Prime Steak & Seafood, Frank and Lola's Pizzeria, Port of Indecision Buffet, LandShark Sports Bar, and Margaritaville Coffee & Pastry Shop as well as the Euphoria Lounge, Sunset Bar, and 5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar. Additionally, the ship will offer onboard leisure activities and entertainment, including the Par-A-Dice Casino, a Stars on the Water Theatre, St. Somewhere Spa, Fins Up! Fitness Centre, pools, a retail shop, and more. The ship was built at Fincantieri's Marghera shipyard and entered service as a pioneer ship. She has opened many new markets and frontiers during her lifetime, so it is fitting that Margaritaville Paradise will again be a pioneer for Margaritaville at Sea.Crystal Cruises Launches First-Ever Zero Single Supplement; Promotion Offered on 15 Crystal Symphony Caribbean and Mediterranean Sailings in 2022Crystal is offering additional holiday cheer to solo travellers with its new Zero Single Supplement promotion, which is available for the first time on its ocean vessels applicable with 15 Crystal Symphony voyages to the Caribbean and Mediterranean in 2022. The Zero Single Supplement allows solo guests to enjoy all of Crystal Symphony's luxury six-star amenities at double occupancy rates without the supplemental fee typically charged to solo travellers.The Zero Single Supplement promotion is offered on the following Crystal Symphony sailings departing from six convenient homeports in North America and Europe:Caribbean: 7-night voyages from Miami and San Juan, (January through March 2022) – These tropical adventures travel deep into the into the Caribbean where pristine beaches rub shoulders with verdant hills while vibrant coral reefs invite exploration of an underwater world of spectacular beauty. Whether it's enjoying a champagne sailaway, exploring historic landmarks or biking through the lush countryside, these adventures are the perfect winter-time getaway.Mediterranean: 7-, 8- and 10-night voyages from Lisbon, Venice, London and Monte Carlo (April, June and August 2022) – Departing from some of Europe's iconic world-class cities that are destinations unto themselves, these immersive voyages take guests on a journey of discovery as they marvel at centuries-old architecture, including ancient ruins, savor locally produced wines and authentic cuisine, view famous artwork, and hike through rugged terrain dotted with cliffs and pine forests. Specific dates included in the promotion are available at crystalcruises.com. Guests must book by January 5, 2022 to take advantage of these special solo fares, with special reduced deposits of $100 on select sailings.Altitude on Arvia – sky high activities on Britain's newest cruise shipA high ropes experience, tropical themed mini-golf and water splash zone will all form part of a new top deck Altitude experience on Arvia, P&O Cruises newest ship to be launched in December 2022.Britain's most environmentally-friendly ship, powered by LNG, has been designed as the “sunshine ship” and will include a number of “adventure firsts” set high up on the top deck.Altitude Minigolf will include water hazards, tiki huts, “hippos” and night-time illuminations and the nine-hole course will be open throughout the day and evening.Altitude Splash Valley will be a cooling aquazone for all the family with water jets, shaded areas and ocean views.Altitude Skywalk is set 54 metres above the ocean and is the company's first ever high ropes experience with varying courses to suit all abilities.Sports Arena – an outdoor sports court for football, basketball, short tennis or cricket.P&O Cruises' second LNG-powered Excel class ship and sister ship to Iona is named Arvia, meaning from the seashore, and will join the fleet in December 2022. Arvia is the latest evolution in the P&O Cruises experience, embodying the newest trends in travel, dining and entertainment, and will be the epitome of a sunshine resort sailing year-round to the warmest climates.The 185,000 tons ship, 345m in length, with 16 guest decks will feature Altitude Skywalk a unique high ropes experience, a swim-up bar and stunning infinity pool, a new restaurant Green & Co featuring Mizuhana serving a plant and fish-led menu, Ocean Studios cinema, 1,300sqm of shopping and the Oasis Spa and Health Club.MSC entire fleet back at sea in 2022 MSC Cruises has confirmed that the Company's entire fleet of 19 ships will be sailing during the northern hemisphere summer 2022 offering an outstanding choice of cruises.With almost 500 departures to choose from, different length cruises, an incredible choice of convenient embarkation ports and a modern fleet of ships offering an unparalleled experience on board, there really is something for everyone. Enjoy round-the-clock onboard activities; award-winning entertainment; immersive kids and family programmes; refined, international dining; luxurious spas all whilst staying in stylish and comfortable accommodation. There's an itinerary and ship to suit every type of holidaymaker, from short cruises in the Mediterranean, longer scenic cruises in Northern Europe through to beach cruises in the Caribbean – guests can book their dream holiday now.Northern Europe highlights for summer 2022 include:MSC Virtuosa offers itineraries between from Southampton (UK) 7 to 14 nights to the Norwegian Fjords, St Petersburg (Russia) via Sweden and Denmark and longer cruises to the Canary Islands (Spain),the Mediterranean, and Norway's North Cape plus some mini-cruises of 3-4 nights.MSC Grandiosa, embarking in Kiel (Germany) will offer seven-night itineraries with highlights including a combination of itineraries taking in destinations including Copenhagen (Denmark), Helsinki (Finland), St Petersburg (Russia), Tallinn (Estonia) and Flaam (Norway).MSC Preziosa, embarking in Kiel (Germany) will offer itineraries between seven and 11 nights, with highlights including two alternative itineraries to the Norwegian Fjords or to St Petersburg (Russia) via Tallinn (Estonia), Helsinki (Finland) and Stockholm (Sweden).MSC Poesia, embarking in Warnemunde/Berlin (Germany) will offer itineraries between seven and 14 nights including 11-night sailings visiting nine countries (an overnight in Russia, Germany, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Denmark), and longer cruises to St Petersburg (Russia) via Tallinn (Estonia), Stockholm (Sweden) and Copenhagen (Denmark) and an epic 21 night cruise that includes calls to a number of destinations in Iceland and Greenland.MSC Magnifica, embarking in Hamburg (Germany) will offer itineraries between ten and 14 nights to Norway or Iceland. The Norway cruise includes call to Alesund, Honningsvag/North Cape, Tromso, Trondheim, , Bergen and Kristiansand Iceland cruises includes calls to Reykjavik (overnight), Isafjordur and Akureyri) and Orkney Islands and Invergordon (Scotland, United Kingdom). Whilst Spitsburgen cruises include, Kristiansand, Andalsnes, Narvik ,Longyearbyen, Honningsvag and Nordfjordeid.Western Mediterranean highlights for summer 2022 include:MSC Meravigliawill homeport in Barcelona, calling the perfect itinerary for any sun-seeker: Cannes (France), Genoa, La Spezia and Civitavecchia (Italy), plus Palma de Mallorca (Spain).MSC Opera will homeport from Genoa, and visit Palermo, other destinations include calls at Marseille (France), Barcelona (Spain), and the newly reinstated embarkation port of La Goulette (Tunisia) and Naples (Italy).MSC Splendida will offer cruises fromGenoa (Italy) to Marseille (France), one of Sicily's most sought-after destination Siracusa, Taranto and its awe-aspiring beaches, plus returning to Civitavecchia (Italy)MSC Seaview will offer yet the best part of Western Mediterranean, from Genoa (Italy), she will visit the historical ports of Naples and Messina (Italy), Valletta (Malta), Barcelona (Spain) and Marseille (France).MSC Seaside: departing from Genoa, she will offer itineraries to Civitavecchia and, Palermo (Italy) and Ibiza and Valencia (Spain) and Marseille (France).MSC Orchestra: the ship will perform cruises of 4-5 nights in Spring and from June will commence the new 10-night cruises callingGenoa (Italy) to Marseille/Provence (France), Malaga, Cadiz/Seville, Lisbon (Portugal) Alicante/Costa Blanca and Mahon/Menorca (Spain), and Olbia (Italy).In Autumn, MSC Magnifcia will offer cruises 11-night cruises to Canary islands, Morroco and Madeira, whilst MSC Poesia offer 3-, 4- and 5-night cruises rounding our the season in the West Mediterranean. Eastern Mediterranean highlights for summer 2022 include:With Trieste (Italy) as homeport, MSC Fantasia will offer calls to Ancona (Italy), Kotor (Montenegro), Bari (Italy), Corfu (Greece) and the picturesque city of Dubrovnik (Croatia). From September the ship will perform 11-night cruises that include Pireaus/Athens (Greece), Izmir/Ephesus and an overnight in Istanbul (Turkey)MSC Musica will depart from Monfalcone (Italy),Katakolon/Olympia, Heraklion, Santorini (Greece) Bari (ItalyMSC Sinfoniaand MSC Armonia will both homeport from the heart of the Mediterranean, the Italian port of Venice from Marghera. Other exciting ports on MSC Sinfonia's itinerary include Kotor (Montenegro), the infamous Greek islands of Mykonos and Santorini (Greece) and Bari (Italy).MSC Armonia is putting a focus on gorgeous views with calls to Brindisi (Italy), Greek island of Mykonos and Greek mainland destination of Piraeus for Athens as well as Split and Zadar (Croatia).A variety of spectacular destinations await guests aboardMSC Lirica departing from Piraeus/Athens (Greece), calling at Kusadasi (Turkey), Haifa (Israel), the islands of Limassol (Cyprus), plus Rhodes and Santorini (Greece) plus 11-nights add in itinerary.Caribbean highlights for summer 2022 include:MSC Seashore, embarking in Miami (USA) will offer alternating seven-night itineraries to the west and east Caribbean to destinations including Nassua (The Bahamas), Puerto Plata (Dominican Republic), Ocho Rios (Jamaica), George Town (Cayman Islands), Cozumel (Mexico) with each cruise calling at Ocean Cay MSC Marine Reserve, MSC Cruises' own private island in The Bahamas.MSC Divina, embarking in Port Canaveral/Orlando (USA), will offer cruises between three and seven nights to the Caribbean with destinations including Costa Maya and Cozumel (Mexico), Nassau (The Bahamas) with each cruise calling at Ocean Cay MSC Marine ReserveFar East highlights for summer 2022 include:MSC Bellissimawill sail a range of departures from China and JapanMSC celebrates two newbuild milestones of construction The Cruise Division of MSC Group and Chantiers de l'Atlantique has celebrated two significant newbuild milestones for the construction of the line's next generation of environmentally advanced vessels. MSC World Europa and MSC Euribia will become the first LNG-powered vessels to join the MSC Cruises fleet next year representing an investment of €3 billion in Liquified Natutal Gas (LNG) ships with the construction on World Europa II due to commence in early 2023.These ships play an important role in the Company's commitment to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. LNG is by far the cleanest marine fuel currently available at scale and it virtually eliminates local air pollutant emissions like sulphur oxides (99%), nitrogen oxides (85%) and particles (98%). In terms of emissions with a global impact, LNG plays a key role in climate change mitigation and the engines of these two ships have the potential to reduce CO2 emissions by up to 25% compared to standard fuels. In addition, with the subsequent availability of Bio and Synthetic forms of LNG, this energy source will provide a pathway toward eventual decarbonized operations.It was also revealed that MSC Cruises and the Chantiers de l'Atlantique confirmed the installation of a fuel cell pilot plant on board MSC World Europa known as Blue Horizon. The technology will use LNG to convert fuel into electricity at one of the highest efficiencies of any power solution available today, producing electricity and heat on board. The fuel cell technology selected by Chantiers de l'Atlantique (CdA) and MSC Cruises is the SOFC (Solid Oxide Fuel Cell) developed by Bloom Energy. The SOFC will reduce emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) by about a further 30 percent compared with a conventional LNG engine without producing emissions of nitrogen oxides, sulphur oxides or fine particles. It also offers the advantage of being compatible with LNG, as well as several low carbon fuels such as types of methanol, ammonia and hydrogen. This project will form the building block for future larger installations and the beginning of an even closer collaboration between MSC Cruises and Chantier de L'Atlantique on R&D of fuel cell technology.The traditional coin ceremony tradition took place as the keel was laid for MSC Cruises' second LNG-powered ship, MSC Euribia, which will be one of the most environmentally high performing contemporary vessels built in France. Anne Claire Juventin Responsible for Quality Control from the Chantiers de l'Atlantique, and Valentina Mancini, Brand Manager from MSC Cruises performed the traditional maritime ritual as godmothers representing the ship owner and the shipbuilder when they placed two coins under the keel as the historical sign of blessing and good fortune for the project, and the ship's operational life at sea.The float out of MSC World Europa, which will be the first LNG-powered vessel to join the MSC Cruises fleet took place at the shipyard in Saint-Nazaire where she will now be moved to a wet dock for work to continue on the ship until her delivery in November 2022.NCL Homeports in Panama City Norwegian Cruise Line, will become the first cruise line to homeport in Panama City, Panama, offering roundtrip Panama Canal voyages beginning 20 March 2022 with Norwegian Jewel.NCLK (Parent company of NCL) signed a multi-year agreement with the Panama Tourism Authority which allows the Company to seasonally homeport at the Colon Cruise Terminal as well as at Fuerte Amador Cruise Terminal located on the Pacific Ocean side of the country and adjacent to Panama City.In 2022 and 2023 the Company will offer 12 homeport voyages starting with Norwegian Jewel on 20 March 2022 where she will sail a nine-day itinerary traversing the Panama Canal and visiting incredible destinations including Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Oranjestad, Aruba; Willemstad, Curaçao; Kralendijk, Bonaire and Cartagena, Colombia before arriving to the Caribbean side of Panama in the city of Colon.Starting 14 January 2023, Norwegian Gem will also feature select Panama Canal voyages including an 11-day journey visiting seven ports of call, including Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; Oranjestad, Aruba; Willemstad, Curaçao; Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic and Grand Turk, Turks & Caicos Islands before ending in New York City. On 6 December 2023, Norwegian Joy will offer a 10-day voyage sailing from Panama City (Fuerte Amador), Panama and visiting notable destinations including Puerto Limon, Costa Rica; George Town, Grand Cayman; Roatán, Bay Islands; Harvest Caye, NCL's private resort destination in Belize; Cozumel, Mexico and Great Stirrup Cay, the company's private island in the Bahamas before ending her journey in MiamiSeabourn announces Northeast & Northwest Passages in 2023 Seabourn, the ultra-luxury ocean and expedition cruise line, has announced an exciting line-up of adventurous voyages for the summer of 2023 on its two new purpose-built expedition ships, Seabourn Venture and Seabourn Pursuit. The program includes the line's first-ever voyages to the Northeast and Northwest Passages in the Arctic, where guests will discover two of the world's most remote and fascinating regions filled with an abundance of history, wildlife, and unique landscapes.Seabourn Venture will depart July 29, 2023, for a 26-day journey across the Northeast Passage from Tromsø, Norway to Nome, Alaska. Its sister ship, Seabourn Pursuit, which is scheduled to launch in March 2023, will offer a 21-day adventure to the infamous Northwest Passage departing August 27, 2023, from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland to Nome. The expedition ships will be designed and built for diverse environments to PC6 Polar Class standards, with advanced technology to maneuver in these regions. These voyages, as well as the entire summer 2023 season, are open for sale on December 15Virgin Voyages: A Gin-uine romanceRichard Branson and Ryan Reynolds are back at it, but this time they're taking their partnership from the air to the high seas. We've joined forces with Aviation Gin so Sailors can sip, sun, and sea thanks to the most charming duo around. And when they pre-purchase a Bar Tab, they'll be able to choose from a selection of deliciously curated Aviation Gin-based cocktails on board — from The Double Agent at SIP to Razzle Dazzle's Electric FizzLe Ponant's transformationLe Ponant, PONANT's iconic three-masted sailboat, is undergoing a transformation to offer guests an exclusive travel experience. Entirely refurbished with a sophisticated new design by Jean-Philippe Nuel studioBookings for summer 2022 departures now openFrom June 2022, this legendary sailing ship will set sail again, offering tailor-made itineraries off the beaten track in Greece and Croatia. Sales are now open for 20 departures and 3 new itineraries.On the programme, exclusive ports of call, sublime and wild landscapes, and a series of immersive activities including glass-bottomed kayaking, snorkelling, stand up paddleboarding, cycling and hiking, all in tune with nature.“Croatia, under the sails of Le Ponant”Pomalo – a word that means ‘living outside of time' in Croatian – sets the tone for this sailing which will reveal the riches and wonders of the Dalmatian coast, Croatia and Montenegro. Le Ponant will sail from Dubrovnik to the magnificent Bay of Kotor, before dropping anchor near Mljet, an island renowned for its national park, Korcula, Komiza and the island of Vis, Stari Grad on the island of Hvar, the delightful Pučišća, and finally the Elaphite archipelago.Dubrovnik, Croatia – Dubrovnik, Croatia – 8 days, 7 nights – 12 sailings from June to August 2022“Island hopping from Dubrovnik to Athens”On this unique cruise, Le Ponant will sail to the Peloponnese, to the island of Paxos, the port of Fiskardo on the island of Kefalonia, very close to Ithaca, the fortified peninsula of Monemvasia, the island of Kythnos and its scrubland landscapes, and finally Lavrio, a peaceful marina near Athens. Magnificent landscapes, full of emotion and history, between the Ionian and Aegean Seas.Dubrovnik, Croatia – Lavrio, Greece – 7 days, 6 nights – From 28 August to 3 September 2022“The Cyclades, in the wake of Le Ponant”This sailing is an invitation to rediscover the wonders of the Greek archipelago, its islands of white rock, their picturesque white houses and the turquoise waters of the Aegean Sea. From the port of Lavrio, a short distance from Athens, Le Ponant will set sail for the Cyclades and the Saronic Islands with exclusive ports of call in Tinos, Polyaigos, Folegandros, Monemvasia, Kythnos, and finally Spetses.Lavrio, Greece – Lavrio, Greece – 8 days, 7 nights – 7 sailings from September to October 2022And MoreJoin the show:If you have a cruise tip, burning question or want to record a cruise review get in touch with us via the website https://thebigcruisepodcast.com/join-the-show/ Guests: Chris Frame: https://bit.ly/3a4aBCg Chris's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ChrisFrameOfficialPeter Kollar: https://www.cruising.org.au/Home Listen & Subscribe: Amazon Podcasts: https://amzn.to/3w40cDcApple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XvD7tF Audible: https://adbl.co/3nDvuNgCastbox: https://bit.ly/2xkGBEI Google Podcasts: https://bit.ly/2RuY04u I heart Radio: https://ihr.fm/3mVIEUASpotify: https://spoti.fi/3caCwl8 Stitcher: https://bit.ly/2JWE8Tz Pocket casts: https://bit.ly/2JY4J2M Tune in: https://bit.ly/2V0Jrrs Podcast Addict: https://bit.ly/2BF6LnE Hosted on Acast. 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An odyssey of loukamades, fir trees and feasts for a Patron Saint
An odyssey of loukamades, fir trees and feasts for a Patron Saint
Plus, Colin Bisset on the post-modern American department stores that could, and a Lost and Found trip to Kefalonia, a Greek paradise.
Eine Sendung von Till Lehmann Die Ionischen Inseln im Westen Griechenlands sind so vielfältig wie kaum eine andere griechische Region. Grüne Hügel, liebliche Buchten, unbewohnte Inseln, schroffe Klippen. Überall ist hier die Nähe zu Italien spürbar. In Städten und Dörfern finden sich Spuren der Venezianischen Herrschaft. Die Inseln waren nicht nur der Ausgangspunkt der legendären Abenteuer des Odysseus - sie sind bis heute Orte des Aufbruchs. Anastasia Gerolimatou ist mit 82 Jahren die älteste Windsurferin der Welt - verbrieft im "Guinnessbuch der Rekorde". Dabei hat sie erst im Alter von 40 Jahren damit angefangen. Schutz für Meeresschildkröten auf den Ionischen Inseln Annya McKenzie, Biologin aus England, und ihr Team von "Wildlife Sense" wollen die Meeres-Schildkröten rund um die Ionsichen Inseln schützen. Immer öfter rollt hier schweres Wetter aus dem Westen an. Durch die Klimaerwärmung haben die Stürme mittlerweile Kraft wie tropische Unwetter. Haris Amourgis sammelt alte VW-Käfer - er ist hin und weg von diesen Autos, seitdem er als kleiner Junge einen Disney-Film mit einem Käfer sah, der die Nummer 53 trug und Herbie genannte wurde. Vor sieben Jahren hat er den Käfer-Club von Kefalonia gegründet.
23. Healing Places of Greece with Dimitris! - Part 1 This week Kiki virtually travels to Greece to interview Greek Tour Operator Dimitris Paschalis about the healing places in Greece. Dimitris at Melisanni Today's Lexi: Θερμικός — Ther-mikos (Thermal) Melissani In this episode: First stop is to one of the most important regions of Greece, the Peloponnesus. Dimitris will enlighten us on the shrine of Asklepios, and the Epidaurus theatre considered one of the purest masterpieces of Greek architecture and part of the World Heritage Collection. In ancient times, Epidaurus served as a hospital and a theatre. The waters of Epidaurus were focused on the cleansing of the patient both in body and soul. The patient would visit the hospital and be required to take a bath for inner cleanse also known as a Kartharsis. After the bath, with a clean soul, the patient would go to sleep in the dormitory, or Kimiterion. It was during the sleeping that the patient would be visited by the god Aschleipius and be told what to do to heal their condition. Upon waking, the patient would reveal what Aschleipius said to do, and the priest of the sanctuary would interpret and give instructions for healing. Next stop, Thermopylae, where the world-famous battle took place between the Greek forces and the Spartans. We learn that Thermopylae is also an important location for visiting the hot springs due to their incredible medicinal value. Ever hear of Melissani? You must experience this natural cave that boasts beauty and health!! Kefalonia is the place to go for an experience and view that feels like paradise. Finally, one should consider a trip to Vouliagmeni, Athens where the lake hosts a powerful amount of healing minerals for the human body. Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus Today's Ola Kala Moment: Today's Ola Kala Moment encourages you to keep it clean so you will have peace of mind! Springs of Thermopylae Spartan Helmet Resources: Melissani Cave Springs of Thermopylae Athens Riviera Credits: Music: Spiro Dussias Graphic Designer: Susan Jackson O'Leary Please be sure to follow the Kefi L!fe podcast to ensure that you are Ola Kala in mind, body and soul. Insta: kefilife365 For a natural and uplifting support with your health and wellness connect with Kiki to discover the beauty of essentials oils. My.doterra.com/kefilife This episode made possible in part by: The Law Offices of Liston & Tsantilis — Ranked #1 https://www.ltlawchicago.com and Kingdom Farms Whole Sale Meats https://www.kingdomfarms.com This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. None of the information should be construed as medical advice. Users are encouraged to seek professional medical assistance for any significant health-related matters.
In this special episode, Zofia is joined by Hettie and Makis Metaxas from Poros, Kefalonia, who have worked tirelessly on advocating for the conservation of one of the most important monuments of Kefalonia's Bronze Age, which they also helped discover- the Tzanata tholos tomb! We discussed their work to protect this important archaeological site just weeks before the Regional Governor of the Ionian Islands officially confirmed new investments in the site! I hope you enjoy the interview!Find us on InstagramSupport us through Patreon Buy our merch on RedbubbleExplore more resources and topics about the ancient world on ArchaeoArtistIf you would like to find out more Hettie and Makis and their society, check out their facebook page: Music by the wonderfully talented Chris SharplesImage credits: cover illustrations and map by Zofia Guertin. If you'd like to get in touch, email at twofriendstalkhistory@gmail.com.
This bonus episode of The Well-Travelled Podcast is live from my month-long trip to the Greek island of Kefalonia - my first trip abroad in 8 months due to the pandemic. It's both an insight into the uncertainty, stress and challenges of travelling abroad from the UK during a pandemic, and also a postcard of the island, offering a guide to the best villages, beaches, hikes, restaurants, vineyards and activities in Kefalonia. These snippets will put you in my shoes and transport you to an almost empty deserted in the Ionian Sea, to show you how I'm spending this month in paradise and very possibly even put Kefalonia on your travel wishlist. If you'd like to read more about my travels, head to my travel blog TheWell-TravelledPostcard.com and subscribe to receive new posts. You can also connect with me at @VStuartTaylor on Instagram and Twitter.
On this weeks episode, Caroline dishes out some VERY valuable life advice. Never yawn at a hippo. Turns out it provokes them as she found out twice when on two separate occassions they tried to kill her. Annabelle tells the tail of an absolutely awful date she went on that also involves a near death experience - although thankfully not hers. Or his. And then finally Caroline did the worst thing you could possibly do on a children's playdate and yet somehow not only lived to tell the tale but managed to do so without ending up in prison. (no children were permanently harmed in the making of this episode!!) As well as all of those cringeworthy awkward moments we hear from listener Katie who managed to reveal a little bit too much on a family holiday to Kefalonia... If you have an "At least you didn't..." story, find us on facebook or Instagram @atleastyoudidn't and drop us a message!
Kefalonia ferry trip reimagined by Sound Brigade."Travel was non-existent in 2020, and so far in 2021 due to the pandemic. This re-imagining is dark and hopeless, as isolation from the world has been our reality for the last year. "We did not add any additional sounds or sound effects, we used only the sound file provided to us. We edited, chopped, manipulated, twisted and mixed it into something that expressed our current travel mood."Part of the Until We Travel project to map and reimagine the sounds of transport and travel in a pre-pandemic and pandemic world. See the whole project at https://www.citiesandmemory.com/travel.
It’s Corrie’s 60th birthday, and it looks like some characters may not be around to celebrate the 61st. Leanne has decided to run away from her grief and disappear to France for a bit, but a misplaced charger and a flossing pre-teen contrive to make her change her mind. The Rebel Alliance set up camp outside a brewery to stop the bulldozers of progress make way for a skyscraper, forcing Ken to grab a couple of plastic bags from the Co-Op and become Weatherfield’s Tank Man. Peter’s reluctance to trust Carla moves him to overcome this by proposing to her and then scooting off together to the ever-popular Kefalonia. Daniel is ushered out of every home on the street. Yasmeen’s house’s roof is comfortable but slippery. Kev mispronounces Kirkcaldy. DS Abney believed Yasmeen all along. Cathy insults a corpse.
Anastasia Gerolymatou is an 82-year-old woman from Greece with a passion for wind surfing. At age 40 she stood on a surf board for the first time, and since then she’s been enamored with the demanding watersport.
Most Beautiful Greek Islands are 1. Paxos 2. Corfu 3. Agistri 4. Poros 5. Kefalonia 6. Skiathos. These six islands and beaches, there are lots of islands and beaches which have lots of plantations covering their area and offering a soothing atmosphere to the visitors. @ https://bit.ly/3j2SSjH
The first prize of a literary competition organised by "Kefalos - The Literary Magazine of Kefalonia", writer Gerasimos Klonis. - Το πρώτο βραβείο λογοτεχνικού διαγωνισμού που οργάνωσε ο «Κέφαλος – Το Λογοτεχνικό Περιοδικό της Κεφαλονιάς», απέσπασε ο ομογενής λογοτέχνης Γεράσιμος Κλωνής.
Ισχυρούς ανέμους, κατά τόπους καταιγίδες, πλημμύρες, πτώσεις δένδρων και διακοπές στην ηλεκτροδότηση έφερε με την ελευσή του σε νησιά του Ιονίου και περιοχές της Δυτικής Πελοποννήσου ο μεσογειακός κυκλώνας Ιανός. Mέχρι στιγμής οι αρχές δεν έχουν πληροφορίες για ζωές σε κίνδυνο.
Welcome to the Travelman Podcast! I’m your host Ben, and if you’re joining me for the first time then I say hello and thank you, and if you’re a returning listener then I say thanks for listening! On today’s awesome episode, I’ll be chatting to Sandy Papas who hosts the Greek Travel Secrets Podcast and the website of the same name. We’ll be exploring Greece’s most amazing islands. You’ll find that there’s an island to suit everyone. So, sit back and enjoy the podcast! Follow Sandy: Greek Travel Secrets Pinterest: pinterest.com.au/greecetravelsecrets/ Greek Travel Secrets Facebook Group: facebook.com/groups/Greecetravelsecrets/ Greek Travel Secrets website: greecetravelsecrets.com/ Tray Tables Away website: traytablesaway.com/ Additional Information: CNN Traveller, Best Greek Islands to Visit in 2020 website: cntraveller.com/gallery/best-greek-islands-beaches Follow Travelman Podcast: iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/travelman-podcast/id1281446908 Spotify: open.spotify.com/show/2bfulkX1dTkOb50MaCm0NN Libsyn: travelmanpodcast.libsyn.com/ Facebook: facebook.com/travelmanpodcast/ Instagram: instagram.com/travelmanpodcast/ Twitter: twitter.com/TravelmanPod Tune In: tunein.com/podcasts/Travel/Travelman-Podcast-p1103948/ Stitcher: stitcher.com/podcast/ben-dow/travelman-podcast YouTube: youtube.com/channel/UC3cYw4pCrK3C-Rty3zmw-eQ Travelman Podcast website: travelmanpodcast.com/ Travelman Podcast email: travelmanpodcast@gmail.com
My guest today is Dr Sam Gandy. Sam has a PhD in ecological science from the University of Aberdeen and an MRes in entomology from Imperial College London. He is a writer, speaker, amateur mycologist and has a lifelong love of nature and wildlife. He has conducted field research in various parts of the world including the UK, Kefalonia, Almeria, Texas, the Peruvian Amazon, Vietnam and Ethiopia. Most relevant to our conversation, he also has experience of working in the psychedelic field, as a scientific assistant to the director of the Beckley Foundation, and currently as a collaborator with the Centre for Psychedelic Research at Imperial College London. His research is focussed on the capacity of psychedelics to (re)connect our increasingly disconnected species to nature, for the potential betterment of humanity and the biosphere at large. In our conversation we explore the findings of a large study Sam participate in that explored how psychedelics impact on the user’s experience of connection to nature. If you’ve read my writing on this subject you will know that I have an ambiguous relationship with psychedelics. On the one hand I appreciate the way they can broaden our experience of life and help us transcend outdated paradigms. On the other I have had equally transformative expreriences without the use of any substances and I believe that there is in fact a risk that overuse of psychedelics can impede our innate capacity to access these transformative altered states. I was very happy to be able to explore this and other topics with someone as measured and experienced in this field as Dr Gandy. Find out more about Kim McCaul and his work here: www.multidimensionalevolution.com To support this podcast and get yourself a mind expanding read purchase a copy of Multidimensional Evolution: personal explorations of consciousness here https://www.amazon.com/Multidimensional-Evolution-Personal-Explorations-Consciousness-ebook/dp/B00FAIFZCK/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=Kim+McCaul&qid=1588991352&s=books&sr=1-1 Or make a donation to Auphonic who I use to provide great sound quality for you https://auphonic.com/donate_credits?user=MultidimensionalEvolution
My guest this week is the multi-talented Author and Empowerment Coach, Jennifer Lynch We met on holiday in Kefalonia - and yes, she's the creator of the 8 free meditation download links that come free with any MY BEST LIFE Journal and Workshop purchase Use Jenny's discount offer here: www.angelwisdom.co.uk Angel Wisdom Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/angelwisdomfromJenniferLynch/ Author link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jennifer-Lynch/e/B004EFEDL4?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_13&qid=1582668770&sr=8-13 Natural Co-Creators Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/292038257975885/ As mentioned briefly during this episode, although the majority of my workshops are now 'Home Workshops'; I've launched a community one in Standish, Wigan on Monday 30th March. Have a look here - https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/my-best-life-workshop-for-the-over-50s-tickets-96684583191 ** Whichever platform you listen on, please SUBSCRIBE, RATE AND REVIEW this podcast too! DIRECTORY OF A DREAM LIFE 50+ is a physical journal, a podcast and a workshop. 1) Discover what we're up to! Go to https://www.gurgleit.com/mybestlife 2) To order the Directory of a Dream Life 50+ MY BEST LIFE JOURNAL go to http://www.gurgleit.com/mybestlifejournal 3) All orders will qualify for the FREE bonus of 8 meditation tracks, SHADES OF KEFALONIA. These tracks were created by the author and soul coach Jennifer Lynch. She can be contacted via her website www.angelwisdom.co.uk 4) FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/gurgleit 5) INSTAGRAM: www.instagram.com/dream_life_50plus 6) WEBSITE: www.gurgleit.com *** You can suggest quiz questions or record your lifehack contributions at www.anchor.fm/ddl50/messages Lifehacks can be anything that makes our lives easier, happier or more productive
This episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Sam Gandy, an ecologist and researcher whose interests in nature, wildlife and psychedelics have led him far afield from Kefalonia, Almeria and Texas, to the Peruvian Amazon, Vietnam and Ethiopia. We discuss everything from ecological restoration and resilience, to psilocybin research, eco-anxiety and the importance of actively working to heal the damage we've caused in the living world. Join in the conversation #hivepodcast, and find out more at www.nathalienahai.com/the-hive-podcast/
I loved speaking with Megan and I hope like me your have come away with new tools to begin to continue to find balance in your life and start regaining energy and how balance will always look different for everyone. In the last few months Megan has got married on the beautiful island of Kefalonia in Greece, left London with her husband to start a new adventure in Thailand. Since moving to Thailand Megan runs her coaching business full time where she coach’s women to find balance in their life within their work and play. And Megan receives amazing results for her clients “ Megan is amazing! Very passionate and genuine about what she does. I felt I got so much even from our first session”
Kristina Wenger and Elissa Bjeletich are joined by a man named Gerasimos, to talk about the many miracles of this wonderful Saint, commemorated on August 16 and October 20!
Kristina Wenger and Elissa Bjeletich are joined by a man named Gerasimos, to talk about the many miracles of this wonderful Saint, commemorated on August 16 and October 20!
Kristina Wenger and Elissa Bjeletich are joined by a man named Gerasimos, to talk about the many miracles of this wonderful Saint, commemorated on August 16 and October 20!
Download In this episode, Kyle joins in conversation with Dr. Sam Gandy. During the show, they cover topics including the implications psychedelics have for human well-being and the biosphere at large at a time of growing disconnection. 3 Key Points: There have been a lot of recent threats to our planet and its survival if we continue on our current path of unsustainability. Feeling connected to nature increases the human desire to take care of and heal nature. There has been an inverse correlation with our connectedness to nature and our connection with technology. Getting out in nature, as well as using psychedelics in nature, both help increase our connectedness to nature. There has been a rise in cutting edge research that reveals the capacity of psychedelic substances to enhance human-nature connection, which Sam shares snippets of throughout the episode. 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Navigating Psychedelics Trip Journal Integration Workbook Show Notes About Sam Sam has a PhD in Ecological Science from the University of Aberdeen and a Masters in Entomology from Imperial College London He has a lifelong interest in nature and wildlife and has conducted research in areas all over the world He is a Scientific Assistant to the Director at the Beckley Foundation He is a collaborator with the Psychedelic Research Group at the Imperial College of London Sam’s interest in psychedelics began in London when it was legal to buy mushrooms He was ‘anti-drug’ until he discovered psychedelics and began to explore consciousness and a love for nature His background in Ecology (the science of interconnection) has combined with the Psychedelic field Sam is interested in the capacity of psychedelics to increase human-nature connection and relatedness Saving Earth There is a huge threat that our planet won't survive past this century if we continue on our path of destruction Remedying our nature disconnect is something really important if we want to survive This nature disconnection is inversely proportional from our technological connection We cant live without nature We have to make room for all the other life going on, not just the life that directly serves humans, like crops and livestock There is an increasing awareness of the need for nature connection Sam mentions about humanity’s screen addiction, it raises our cortisol levels and there are many consequences such as psychological and physiological effects “Contentment is the enemy of invention” Psychedelics and the internet are growing alongside each other Timothy Leary would say the internet is the psychedelics of the future in terms of connection The internet is playing a pivotal role in access to information in this psychedelic renaissance “Technology is not good or bad, it's about how its used, the intent behind it” - Sam Nature Disconnect Sam thinks that the first step that took us away from nature is when we started farming, we became less hunter-gatherer minded and stepped away from the wild environment At that point we started living in large groups (creating cities) Then there was the division of labor and urbanization Cities and technology are the main reasons for our disconnect with nature “Long term sustainability would be one of the chief governing principles of how things are ran” - Sam Psychedelics and Nature There is something radical about psychedelics, they can convert the skeptics into appreciating nature The ego dissolution character of psychedelics are a key component in feeling connected to nature The default mode network (where the ego resides) becomes relaxed and dissolved, and when that happens there is a breakdown of perceived boundaries between self and others/nature That dissolution of boundaries is a key component in the psychedelic experience “When you feel part of it, it changes fundamentally how you relate to it” - Sam One's knowledge of nature is a very weak predictor of one's concern for nature There isn't research of the use of psychedelics in natural settings yet, Sam hopes that as we research psychedelics more (in clinical settings) the research can evolve into studying their use in nature With psilocybin, most people have claimed to have a long-term fleeting change in their connectedness to nature, that the feeling of connection doesn't go away after the trip is over, it lasts for weeks, months, even the rest of their life Rigid Egos and Nature Disconnection Psilocybin decreases blood flow to the default mode network "When we are destroying our own homes (our bodies and nature) are we falling out of love with our self?" - Kyle When we dissolve the ego, we increase connection, to ourselves, to others and to nature Future in Psychedelics We are going to see the rise of Psychedelic Therapy We are going to see Psychedelic groups and communities on the rise From those groups, we will see projects and initiatives develop, which could bring decriminalization, integration circles, etc. Sam believes the rise of depression and anxiety are a cause of our disconnection to nature, and he believes there is a lot of personal healing to be had if we get back into nature and actually play a role in healing nature too Instead of trying to save the world just for our children and our children's children, we need to look at this planet as if we were to reincarnate and come back to this planet, so we should want to look after this physical plane to make it better for future installments of ourselves Get Connected with Nature The direct, physical sensory experience with nature alone is well known to increase our connectedness with it Sam suggest listeners to get out in nature and do anything! Boating, gardening, bee keeping, a walk in the woods, whatever Sam really likes the art of Japanese Forest Bathing, which is about mindfulness and taking in nature, maybe combining it with breathwork exercises, etc. The more mindful you feel, the more connected to nature you are, and vice versa Final Thoughts Nature connection is just a single facet of the psychedelic experience, and Sam hopes for more research on this facet in the future We have a decent amount of research on psychedelics effect on people with depression, PTSD, etc, but Sam hints toward some future research on the effects of psychedelics on the healthy-normal population Make time for nature in whatever way works for you 2 hours of nature time a week are profoundly beneficial for health Links Facebook Twitter Email: greensam2512@hotmail.com About Dr. Sam Gandy Dr. Sam Gandy works on the cutting edge of psychedelic research, as Scientific Assistant to the Director of the Beckley Foundation, and as a collaborator with the Psychedelic Research Group at Imperial College London. Sam has a lifelong love of nature and wildlife, and a PhD in ecological science from the University of Aberdeen. He has been fortunate enough to conduct field research in various parts of the world including the UK, Kefalonia, Almeria, Texas, the Peruvian Amazon, Vietnam and Ethiopia. Outside his work in the psychedelic field he has written papers, book chapters, articles and spoken at conferences and festivals on psychedelics and he is fascinated by their potential to benefit human lives.
Don’t understand the Greek plumbing system. It’s another mystery to be solved by Finn the Detective.
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This week we are talking about Southern Greece which is defined by its hot Mediterranean climate so most of the vineyards in these areas are grown on the sides of mountains in higher elevation. Southern Greece includes the Kefalonia, Peloponnese and Crete areas. Wine Recommendations Lyrarakis Plyto Psarades Vineyard 2017 - priced around $20. Aromas of lemon, nectarine, minerality and white lilies It’s dry with high acidity and flavors very similar to aromas This wine needs food so this is your summer food wine and stands up really well to a salad with vinaigrette Once we added food to the mix this wine became amazing Also could pair with cream sauces, seafood and cheese Boutari Moschofilero 2017 - priced around $14. Medium intense aromas of melon, clementine, jasmine with a hint of salinity It’s dry with medium plus acidity with flavors similar to aromas Another great summer wine - light and crisp Paired great with roasted corn and tomato salad Also great with pairs with delicate dishes such as sushi, salads or fresh fish Sources: Wine Folly Wine Searcher
Die Ionischen Inseln sind bei Yachturlaubern schon lange sehr beliebt. Die Inseln um Korfu, Lefkas und Kefalonia bieten traumhafte und gemäßigte Bedingungen für Segler, die es vor allem gemütlich angehen lassen.
"Saint Gerasimos of Kefalonia," from The Lives of Our Saints, Illustrated Biographies Book 7 (Spiritual Fragrance Publishing, 2012)
Jason and I get to talk about music and stuff. Mostly music. Listen to Jason's stuff: Eyes Made Ready, O Fidelis, Kefalonia, Jason and the Executives, among other things. He's a part of Take One Productions, and his wife sells cute stuff, so look up Star Glazed Delights. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/santiagoramones/support
Get to know Jason Daugherty! He's super interesting and fun, and I always love to hear what he has to say. He's a member of a number of projects: O Fidelis, Kefalonia, Eyes Made Ready, Jason and the Executives, Take One Productions, and a number of other different things I may have missed. Buy his album on bandcamp, because it costs less than a sandwich and takes less time to listen to than a "Let's Play" on YouTube: https://jasonandtheexecutives.bandcamp.com/ --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/santiagoramones/support
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In this feature, Zoom looks at his scrapbook entry on the Greek island of Kefalonia
Tips on visiting the Greek island of Kefalonia. http://www.tipsfortravellers.com
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