This week, I’m here in Nea Makri, Greece, finding out about St. Ephraim (St. Ephrem) at the nearby monastery. St Ephraim, also known as St. Ephraim the New Martyr, was a Christian Saint and martyr who is said to have lived from 1384 to 1426. He is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church […]
Just a short drive from Athens, Nea Makri offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city, where you can soak up the sun, indulge in delicious local cuisine, and immerse yourself in the rich history and culture of Greece. I decided to stay in Nea Makri and do Athens as a day trip instead of […]
Welcome to Portugal’s second city! Porto is such a fantastic place to spend a weekend or there is even enough to do to fill a week. So many people ask me ‘Is Porto worth visiting?’ and it absolutely is. The city is very accessible and easy to navigate. There is a lot to see and […]



