Visit Chania on the island of Crete in Greece with the Amateur Traveler: This video shows the beautiful harbor of Chania which dates back to when Venice rules this part of Crete. [...]

Visit the island of Crete with the Amateur Traveler: This video shows the archeological site of Knossos (often called the Palace of Knossos) which was the home of the Minotaur if you [...]

As we look at romance this week I was reminded of this restaurant in Chania on the island of Crete. If flowers are romantic then this restaurant would be a great place [...]

This beautiful cafe in Rethymno (or Rethymnon) Crete is a familiar scene for me. I love sidewalk cafes. I think because I grew up in a town that was always so cool [...]

I saw this scene in Rethymno on Crete. It was one of the many Greek churches reflected in a near by ivy covered window.

Santorini to Heraklion, Crete – May 29 We were taking the fast catamaran to Crete. I was amazed how many people the ferry holds. I would guess around the same as 2-3 [...]

The tires spun but the car slowly lost all forward momentum and started sliding backwards back into the darkness. I put on the brakes and that slowed but did not stop the [...]

The Amateur Traveler talks to himself about a recent visit to (England and) Greece. Hear about the Beatles Magic Mystery Tour in Liverpool, Some updates on London and then about Athens, Santorini [...]