Our stop in the Cyclades was breathtaking and informative. In the morning, we visited the sacred sanctuary of the classical Greeks, Delos, reputedly the birthplace of the twin gods, Artemis and Apollo. We were told that, to preserve the island’s sanctity, no one was allowed to either be born or die there. The ruins, including the fabulous lions meant to protect the temples, were some of the most well-preserved and magnificent we’ve seen so far.

In the afternoon, most of the travelers walked through Mykonos,  along whitewashed buildings built along narrow streets, and most of which are heavy with shops and cafes. A lovely setting for a stroll along the Aegean!