Greece

Charming cobble stone roads, bright blue skies, sparkling seas and the most friendly and welcoming souls. I was fortunate enough to experience this beautiful country, Greece, in March of 2010. A beautiful and knowledgable woman took us on a tour of the Acropolis and the temple of Athena and told us that once you get to the top of the city you are fated to return, and someday I absolutely will.

It is an understatement to say that Greece is a beautiful place. There is so much culture and character to every inch of the country. One time when we were winding through the mountains near Macedonia we were halted in order for a heard of sheep to cross the road. As any tourist would do, I began snapping copious amounts of photos and couldn't fathom the sight in comparison to Canada. The only thing we have herded across our roads are pedestrians in confined cities.

This was one of my most favourite places because of how genuine and approachable the people are. Walking in the Placa district seeing all the market shops and stores with the unique and personable trinkets is a memory I will never forget. Imagine being embraced by a little old greek woman and given gifts just for the mere fact of being Canadian. Its a true testament to the friendliness of nations and how even in a world so far from your own you can feel so at home.