Day 6. Cooling off on the island of Lefkada

Well, after a rather interesting hotel stay (sort of felt like I was in a smoky youth hostel--glad I didn't know about the creepy crawlies in someone's room) we left the Hotel Liberty for a 2 hour drive north to Lefkada Island on the Ionian Sea. Now THIS place is wonderful--Philippos Hotel/Apartments. Outstanding 3-bed suite with kitchenette and two balconies. Flowers galore and fresh scent wafting through the breezy air. Temp has moderated--perhaps 80 with a high of 90. Not bad by the sea.

We relaxed on the beach--ordering gin/tonics and enjoying sailboats in the distance.

Around 7 pm we bussed up to the local monastery for a huge festival for Greek Orthodox Pentecost. Food, vendors, and even a few dozen bishops (treated like royalty) combined to make for a festive, fun experience. We’re all delighted that the temp dropped--only up to 90 or do today!