We left Florence at 4 in the morning, rode in a bus for 3 hours back to Rome, waited at the airport for 2 more hours before boarding and after 2 more hours finally arrived in Greece around 12 pm. At the airport we were met by the most adorable Greek man named Kostas (same name as the guy in sisterhood of the traveling pants), who was probably around 75 and proudly sporting BYU gear. He was so cute, especially when he spoke to us in his african-Greek accent. He was also incredibly helpful, teaching us some Greek phrases (it's weird not knowing anything about the language and not being able to sound out or read it at all) I'm praying I'll remember. The last thing he told us was how to get ahold of him "in case we get picked up by the police." Surprisingly not the most comforting thing I've heard... I'll hoping I'll never have to call my buddy Kostas, no matter how cute he is.
After our orientation, we spent the afternoon enjoying the archeological museum that houses some of the ancient artifacts from the Acropolis (like the Parthenon frieze and pediment sculpture) and then wandered around some touristy areas. It was so fun :) I also ate some of the best food I've ever had in my life. Better than the tuna sandwich (which was amazing). How have I never had a gyro or baklava before?? So AMAZING. I also had an incredible Mediterranean dill salad. It was super delicious. The only sketchy thing that's happened so far happened while we were eating. There were some little kids who were definitely scouting out our bags...and then reported to an older guy. It made me nervous. Luckily I stylishly wear a money belt so my bag would have been worthless.
Besides that little part, my first experiences with Greece have been amazing and I'm looking forward to spending as much time as possible here. Yassou!
Mmmm, Baklava. My fave...eat some for me, would ya? And maybe a lamb kabob or two ;)
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