Today we docked in Kratakolon, Greece on the mainland of
Greece. Today we chose the “Best of Olympia” excursion. This excursion took us to the archeological
site of Olympia – birthplace of the Olympics.
We visited the Temple of Zeus, one of the Seven Wonders of
the Ancient World and we entered the Olympic Stadium through a long tunnel-like
passage constructed in Roman times.
We continued on to the Olympia Archeological Museum where we
saw many of the great finds from the area, including the Head of Hera, the
statue of Hermes of Praxiteles, ornaments from the Temple of Zeus and many
other priceless pieces.
We then drove through picturesque villages and unspoiled
scenery to Magna Grecia Farm, lying in the heart of a traditional agricultural
region. We visited the Olive Grove an learned about how the harvest and process
the olives. We then enjoyed a typical
Greek Snack and some Greek Folk dancing.
It was then back on the bus and back to the town of Kratakolon. We walked around a bit, bought some snacks
for our day at sea tomorrow and then headed back to the ship.
It was interesting today as we looked done at the sea from
our Balcony. The water was full of Jelly
Fish. Hundreds of them. This was something I’ve never seen
before in my cruising experience.
Tonight we again dined in the Main Dining Room and then
headed up to Deck 12 for the Ultimate Chocolate Dessert Buffet. Maybe I’m a dessert snob but I could have
backed rings around their chocolate offerings.
Tonight and tomorrow we are at sea traveling back to the port in Venice.
Goodnight!
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