Some of the best locations on the island for birding are: 1. Kalloni Wetlands (Aristotle’s Lagoon) This large area east of Kalloni and the Tsiknias River is a big draw for many open country migrant and wetland species including herons, storks, waders, rare pelicans, gulls, terns and wildfowl. 2. Ypsilou Monastery Ypsilou is about 10km east […]

In Lesvos, the traditional coffee shops are full of life. Spacious, colorful, with wooden floors and large windows, often decorated with paintings from local artists. The ideal location to enjoy hor’dourves for ouzo or a coffee made on the coals accompanied by local sweets. Authentic, real, warm and welcoming, the ‘Cafeneios’ of Greece are becoming […]

  For many years my husband Jim and I have enjoyed walking the hills of the UK and higher mountains of Europe. It felt like the best thing in the world to conquer a majestic Lakeland peak, enjoy a beer at the end of the day or arrive at a high alpine hut to be refreshed […]