S5 E1: Crete - Chania
Series five will launch with an in-depth exploration of the largest and most populated island in Greece, Crete, as well as several of the many isles that surround its coastline.
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Series five will launch with an in-depth exploration of the largest and most populated island in Greece, Crete, as well as several of the many isles that surround its coastline.
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Last episode saw Peter arriving on Crete, where he'll be spending several weeks circumnavigating the island by land and sea. So far he's explored Chania and a few highlights in the south-west.
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In this episode Peter continues his time in Crete. Showing you the caves of Matala, made famous by the hippies of the 60's. He'll also be heading to some of Crete's famous seaside cliffs in search of the bearded vulture. Here he bumps into a local shepherd and learns a bit about life in these wild mountains.
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In this episode Peter will be spending a couple days exploring Agios Nicholaos and the region around it. He'll be meeting with famed author Victoria Hislop and visiting the island of Spinalonga, the place where her best-selling book 'The Island' is centred on.
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In this episode Peter is heading to Heraklion, where he'll be exploring the urban expanse and checking out the major landmarks that every tourist should see. He'll also be making his way to Knossos, the ancient palace where the story of the Minoan people was unearthed.
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In this episode Peter is exploring one of Crete's prettiest cities, Rethymno. From its Venetian fortifications and mix of architecture, to the awesome food and countless artisans practicing their craft in the beautiful medieval town, there are plenty of reasons why it's a favourite with tourists.
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In this episode Peter is headed to what's possibly the most well-known island in the Mediterranean, Santorini. It's a destination that every visitor coming to Greece wants to see, and his plan is to show you not only the cliched side of the island, but also the stuff that a lot of people never explore.
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Last time we visited one of the most popular islands in Greece, Santorini. And one episode just wasn't enough, so we're picking up where we left off. Peter will be exploring more of the fascinating geology, and Kyriako is going to cook up an awesome snack using aubergines.
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In this episode Peter is finishing up his time on Santorini's neighbouring island, Therassia and heading east to the island of Anafi. Being in the far south-eastern corner of Greece, it's a place that few tourists get to. This isn't an island you visit if you want luxury hotels, shopping and restaurants.
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This episode of My Greek Odyssey will see Peter visiting three islands, each with their own unique stories. It all begins on Amorgos, a mountainous landmass that despite its pretty scenery, numerous beaches and quaint villages, is yet to have been overwhelmed by the forces of mass tourism.
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This episode sees Peter returning to Amorgos, after spending a couple days exploring some of the nearby islands. He's going to be visiting some of the best local eateries, spending plenty of time checking out the beaches, as well as digging a little deeper into the island's history.
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Last time Peter started exploring the island of Ios, and with so much to see and do, it's only natural that he's spending another few days here. This episode sees Peter going from the sea to the summit, as he visits ancient ruins from as far back as the bronze age, as well as visiting a traditional, family owned cheesery, that's been in operation for several generations.
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In the final episode of the series, Peter will be finishing his time on Sikinos, an island few tourists have heard of. The last stop is a visit to one of the most remarkable monasteries in the Aegean, before upping anchor and heading west to Folegandros.
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