When I was 17, I traveled to Greece with my high school. Due to my academic foray into the Classics, I was able to look at columns and rocks and actually know– if only just a bit more than the average tourist– what it all meant.
Wandering through ancient ruins in Europe is a bit like entering a thrift store. Things of great historical significance rest among modern, unimportant signs and spaces. And if you don’t look closely enough, you might just miss something (or step on it) en route to the t-shirt stand.
I was not a natural shutterbug, so of course I squandered the opportunity to take truly good photographs. But, since Greece is so photogenic, I can almost forgive myself.
For those who wonder whether the Greek isles are all they’re cracked up to be, they most certainly are! But, I would suggest that beyond the iconic blue-and-white coastal landscape for which Greece has become so famous, there is so much more to this destination.
So– if Greece is in the books for you– read the history, find a guide, linger at the museums, taste the food, and meet the locals. This is NOT your typical seaside resort vacation. Enjoy the (amateur) photos!
In other news… my new design by Kelly!
If this isn’t your first time visiting my blog, then you’ll notice that my blog design is brand new. The talented and amazing Kelly who writes The Lady Errant is the mastermind behind this new look.
Kelly and I have been “blog friends” since last fall when we stumbled upon each other’s blogs. I thoroughly enjoy Kelly’s authentic, thoughtful, eloquent and entertaining writing style– and of course I’ve since discovered that she and I have a lot in common! I’ve loved her posts about feminism, expat life, blogging, and Asian-American identity.
So, when she announced that she would be designing and selling themes, of course I was overjoyed. I was even MORE thrilled when she asked if I’d like to help publicize by putting together a design giveaway.
Stay tuned for that! In the meantime, enjoy my much-improved site and say hello to Kelly!
Ooh and you’d take such good photos too! 😉
Thank you Sasha!
Ah thanks girl!! I had no idea you studied the classics– that’s awesome! I studied Latin in high school so I only dipped into it a bit, but it meant so much to go there with the knowledge I had. You’ll go one day, I believe it!
What fun! I would love to go one day!
Beautiful!
These shots are beautiful love. I’ve always wanted to visit Greece (I studied the classics in college – just undergrad) but by the time my husband and I finally got a chance the country was in horrible trouble due to recession so it just wasn’t safe. Still, it kind of kills me that I was living in Europe for so long and never experienced it! GAH!
The redesign is fantastic by the way – great job ladies!
K.xo
Ah thanks girl!! And I wish I spent more time taking photos in Greece! 😉
Greece!! this is so wonderful! I wish I spent more time in the beautiful country. I loved learning about its history and seeing all the ruins! Also–LOVE your new site design 🙂 I think it just epitomizes your brand! So magical! 🙂
Thank you so much! I hope you make it to Greece one day!
Hahaha thanks Anna! I never knew back then that I would ever be “blogger”… if only I knew! And I’m looking forward to your new design– I’m sure it’ll be amazing!
Ooh then you should definitely go! It’s a great mixture of culture, ruins, good food, and of course amazing scenery.
Thank you so much! That means a lot!
Thanks Leslie!! I hope you make it there!
I’ve always wanted to visit Greece! Your pictures are beautiful and I love your new blog design!
Greece still looks super pretty even with the amateur photography! And can I just say that you look exactly the same now as you did back then!!
I love your new design!! Kelly is doing my design now at the moment too and I absolutely CANNOT wait to get it!!
Looks lovely! Greece is definitely on my list – and it’s extra nifty because my boyfriend still has distant family there.
This is beautiful! And a true reflection of your blog name and values. Congratulations! 🙂
Very cool! I would love to visit Greece in another phase of life. Your pictures make me want to see so much more of it.
Awesome, Alyssa! 🙂
Thank you Jo-Anne! I really appreciate it!
Thanks so much Heather!!
Thank you so much Shireen!! I hope you check out Kelly’s work– she’s totally awesome and affordable!
Thanks Heidi!!
Ah Greece is so beautiful! These pictures may have just moved it up on my travel list quite a few spots…
Such wonderful photos, and yeah I like the new look
I really love your website design! Your pics of Greece are awesome. I must find you on instagram! <3
The new design is brilliant, Daisy! I have been thinking about updating my blog design (again!) so I’m going to check her out.
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Ah thanks girl! I just wish I could go back with a better camera and some skills 😉 And I know– that photo looks remarkably similar to me today!
Ah thanks girl!! Kelly’s amazing, she’s somehow combined everything I look for in a blog design in her themes. 🙂
Ah thanks lady!! I just added you back so I can follow your adventures too! You can definitely post a photo from my account– I think my other travel photos are better than the Greece ones (I took these when I wasn’t very good at using a point-and-shoot), but yes feel free!
Thank you so much, Anne!! I really love Kelly’s designs, and I know you would thoroughly enjoy Greece.
Ah yay!! And thank you Rachel! 🙂
Greece is really amazing, you would LOVE it Shannon (plus you already have the perfect wardrobe for it!).
Ah thanks girl! That’s such high praise, Kelly captures exactly what I look for in a design 🙂
It’s really incredible! I hope you make it there some time Emily!
Thanks Ashley!! Oh that’s right– you’ll love it. Please share photos! 🙂
Thanks so much for sharing your travels and I LOVE the new site design! I have an amazing giveaway up on my blog, I hope you’ll check it out!
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Thanks Angela!!
Thank you, friend!! Oh man, you’ll love her photos I’m sure!
Thank you Rachel! And I need to brush up on my Asian history… I do okay with China and Japan but the rest of Asia is a mystery to me. I need to go THERE next! 😉
Thanks Renee!! 🙂
I can’t get over the cotton candy sky! Beautiful! And Daisy, you seriously haven’t changed at all! Your design looks great — perfectly simplistic. 🙂
It’s amazing! Thanks for reading, Kristin!
I LOVE your new design!! It’s just perfect for the vibe/niche of your blog. I’m looking to redesign my blog as well, so I will definitely check Kelly out (and be on the lookout for the giveaway!). Also, gorgeous photos! Greece looks every bit as picturesque as I’ve imagined!
How beautiful! You always capture the best photos! Somehow I am not following you on Instagram, but I just added you! I would love to add one of these photos to this months #wanderlust Wednesday post (it comes out this week). Is that okay with you? If so can you pm me your fav travel quote? Also, I really love the new design!
Your Greece photos are gorgeous! I would love to go there some day and your photos just reinforce that desire. Your new blog design is stunning. I love a simplistic design. I think it says so much more than one with bells and whistles all over the place. Great job!
Greece is the next on my list of places to visit! These pictures give me some serious wanderlust! And I haven’t visited the site before, but I love the design. You two did a great job … can’t wait to poke around a little more!
Greece is on the very top of my list of places to go. My little sister went last year and seeing the pictures…it really is just gorgeous! Loving the new blog design as well! Simple and lovely…perfect!
Shannon
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I loved the design before, but this new one really expresses who you are and your wish to bring minimalism to your every day life. Nothing is flashy or in your face. It’s all very much basic and people come for the content. Which to me, is the best reason to visit a blog in the first place. Congrats Daisy!
Loving these snapshots of Greece, just a few more beautiful places to admire. (:
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The white architecture with splashes of bright blue are just so charming! I’d love to visit Greece!
Lovely! (The pictures and new site design!) So excited to visit there this summer!
Gorgeous!
Your new blog layout looks great! 🙂
I’ve never visited Greece but my sister will be there in just a few weeks – I’m so jealous of all of her travels! I’m a homebody, she likes to travel and visit so many places!
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I’m liking the newer design–I think it really suits your blogging style. I can imagine that this would be a pretty amazing trip–definitely one to remember. My knowledge of the history of the west during the classical era is regrettably weak (most likely due to the fact that all my college history courses were about Asia), but a trip there would definitely help cement the reality of what happened there.
Ahh that looks so awesome!!! Greece is at the top of my “Must visit” list!!
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That looks like such an awesome experience! I wanna go! 🙂
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