Friday 22 August 2014

Zakynthos Greece

Zante Greece
Kalispera (Good evening)

Did you miss me? For the last ten days I have been in Zakynthos in Greece. To be honest you probably didn't even notice I was gone, I've been writing my posts out in beautiful Greece.

Life recently has been a little hectic to say the least, so I really needed a break to recharge the old batteries.


The Villa I was staying in was set in beautiful Romiri.
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Set high up in the mountains with wonderful views. 
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Peace, relaxation and a menagerie of animals.
This place has animals in abundance. I have had this little gecko jump on my back whilst in the pool. 
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I am clearly easily mistaken for a rock.

We have rescued a bat in the pool. Look so cute. 
Bats

I am pleased to report he survived despite taking in a phenomenal amount of water. A tough little blighter.

Swallows have regularly taken an afternoon dip in our pool and the butterfly's have flown around the plants that surround the pool so beautiful.
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For those of you who haven't visited Greece, it has 15,021 Kms of mythical coast line.

6,000 mythical islands and islets

2,844 hours a year of sunshine. The weather has been glorious. It has consisted of a morning swim, lunch by the pool, an afternoon read or outside adventure and another evening swim. Perfect.

Afternoon adventures have existed of visiting beautiful coastlines with clear turquoise waters and dramatic cliffs. 

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Zante is the most important breeding ground for loggerhead turtles which breed here. 
loggerhead turtle
Oh and the food. I have eaten so much fresh salad and fish.
Zante restaurants
 Oh and a few naughties too. 
Ice cream
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I flew home today. When I left England it was definitely Summer but it feels as though the change in season has happened whilst I was away and we are most definitely in Autumn. It is a little bit nippy.

Well I am pooped from all this travelling. 

Wishing you all a nice weekend. Any nice plans? 

Antio (bye bye)

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26 comments:

  1. Aww lucky you!!! I didn't go for vacations this summer, because I'm studying for my degree! I've been to Zakynthos some years ago, it has the most amazing beaches, like a dream, am I right?? :)
    Love from Greece!

    Diana P. | Cups & Roses

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    1. Studying for a degree is tough going but will be well worth it when finished. Absolutely right about the beaches breathtakingly beautiful Lucy x

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  2. Looks stunning! Although I have to admit that I do not think the bat is cute, he kind of freaks me out! I would not have tried to save it at all haha.

    Corinne x
    www.skinnedcartree.com

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    1. It was beautiful. I thought it was cute until the other half said don't get to close incase it is not a fruit bat. Puzzled face from me. Well it might be a vampire bat. Oh hec x

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  3. Stunning photos! Looks like you had a brilliant time there. The sea is so blue.. beautiful!! Welcome back. It's always nice to get away from the hectic rat race to recharge! Glad you enjoyed yourself.

    Paula | Simplicity Is Beauty

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    1. The water is turquoise so beautiful. You are so right good to escape for a bit and then return to the chaos

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  4. Looks like you had a great time Lucy! I've been to Zante before, it's so beautiful and I love Greek food too!

    Marie X
    titchytombie.blogspot.co.uk

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    1. Greek food is wonderful so much fresh fish and salad yummy x

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  5. I have SERIOUS holiday envy right now! We've decided not to holiday abroad this year to carry on saving for our house deposit (so boring and such hard work!) ... we're off to Centre Parcs in a few weeks but it's not quite the same!

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    1. Saving for a deposit is so difficult but will be worth it in the end. Picture yourself in your own home it will be wonderful. Sorry for giving you holiday envy. Your beach adventures made me want to pack up the bags again if it makes you feel better. Enjoy centre parks never been but heard nothing but wonderful things Lucy x

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  6. Wow, I have to add Greece to my vacation list. The place looks so beautiful, and the blue coloring the water is so gorgeous. I love that shade of blue. The butterfly pictures are very pretty.

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    1. p.s.- I tagged you for a post. Of course, only if you want to do it. http://www.brightshinyday.com/2014/08/the-secrets-of-blogging.html

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  7. Looks like utter paradise! That villa is incredible! I have never been to Greece! That is definitely a destination I hope to visit soon. That poor little bat! Bless you for rescuing him and I'm glad he was okay.

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    1. It is very beautiful. I am glad that our little friend survived but hopefully has not learnt his lesson that bats and pools do not mix Lucy x

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  8. The Greek Islands are one of my favourite places in the world.

    So beautiful! It looks as though you had a wonderful time.

    Em x Hmm maybe...

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    1. They are stunning and I really look forward to going back and exploring more of the islands. Lucy

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  9. Oh lucky girl! We went to Greece for our honeymoon, but we didn't get to make it to Zakynthos. Looks absolutely beautiful though!!!!

    Jennifer Ashley
    www.prettylittledetails.ca

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    1. A lovely place to have a honeymoon. Greece is beautiful, turquoise water, brilliant weather and relaxation Lucy x

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  10. Gorgeous photos. That Greek water kills me every time with how wonderful it looks. Definitely know what you mean about coming back to Autumn though, how is it so cold?

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    1. The turquoise water and fish are beautiful. I have come back to so much rain which is rubbish Lucy x

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  11. It looks beautiful. I have never actually been to Greece. We were hoping to go this year, but we had to change our holiday dates to October and the weather isn't great then. Your photos are beautiful. x

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  12. It is very beautiful. Finding winter sun is a real challenge, Egypt, Turkey, Crotia or further south probably the best bets Lucy x

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  13. Yay! Somewhere we've been before :-) It is such a beautiful place. Remembered we did a day boat trip; loved it. Bet you did feel a change in temperature; autumn is surely approaching...goodbye summer clothes! Glad you had a lovely holiday Lucy.

    x Roch & Tash x
    www.next-route-style.blogspot.co.uk

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  14. It looks like you had an amazing time! I had a great holiday this year, but I missed the good sun sea and sand type holiday. What I wouldn't give to by a pool right now!

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  15. Aw, it looks like you had such fun! And you saved a life, that little bat is so cute!!

    Emma x

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  16. Oh wow, your pictures are stunning Lucy, it looks as though you had an amazingly beutiful and relaxing time! Oh and the food... it all looks so tasty, especially the ice cream! It really has changed season recently hasn't it? I love Autumn though so I say... bring it on! I hope that whatever was making things hectic for you has calmed down, x

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