Wandering Shannon Posts

  • Greece: Four Islands, Four Distinct Experiences

    Greece: Four Islands, Four Distinct Experiences

    November 4, 2023 I have been traveling in Europe for about two months. Most days, I am somewhere between a state of contentment and awe at what I have seen and done. I started this trip in northern England, followed by Croatia and Slovenia. I’ve seen countless historic sites and several national parks. I have… Read more

  • Sunday Wander on Karpathos

    Sunday Wander on Karpathos

    October 22, 2023 This is what got me started today. It’s called Poseidon’s Temple, and it’s about a 25-minute walk from where I’m staying in Pigadia, Karpathos, Greece. It was Sunday morning, and I was due for a good walk. I was still feeling the pain of my hike in Samaria Gorge on Crete last… Read more

  • Checking Out Slovenia

    Checking Out Slovenia

    October 9, 2023Sometimes, I can’t believe how many beautiful places I see in a short time while traveling. Yesterday, I once again visited an incredibly beautiful place, Vintgar Gorge, near Lake Bled, Slovenia.Slovenia is entirely new to me. This is my first visit. I took a nice long stretch of six days to hang out… Read more

  • When Will I Learn About Sundays?

    When Will I Learn About Sundays?

    October 9, 2023 When you’re retired and living a nomadic life, it’s easy to forget which day it is. I arrived in Lake Bled, Slovenia, at lunchtime on Saturday. If you’ve ever been here or seen pictures, you know it is an enchanting place. It’s easy to forget the day of the week when you’ve… Read more

  • 20K in a Day

    20K in a Day

    September 24, 2023I love to walk and hike. I’d say it is my primary form of recreation and transportation, especially while traveling.I try to keep my daily limit to ten miles. You know, moderation and all. I don’t want to be too wiped out to enjoy the next day’s wanderings.My friend Nancy likes to take… Read more

  • Splitting From Split

    Splitting From Split

    September 26, 2023 We arrived in Split, Croatia, yesterday afternoon. After settling in our apartment, we took a ten-minute walk to the old town. As old towns go, it’s a good one. In fact, most of the old town is the site of Diocletian’s Palace. This morning, we were ready for something different, though. We… Read more