Last days in Lefkada

This morning, on my way to the office I was thinking on how much money I have spent this year on holidays, and the amount is significant. I could have invested that money in material things, such as a car (my mom would have been very happy), but I choose to invest in experiences. Yeah.. the future might not be so bright, but I will handle it at the proper time. Meanwhile, some words about the last days in Lefkada.
In my previous post I was describing some stunning beaches we've explored. I will continue with another one, the most adventurous to get to and wildest by far. Let me present, Milos beach. Do not be fooled by Google Maps directions. To get to that beach you need to go to Agios Nikitas, park the car and get ready for adventure.

Challange #1: climb the stairs

Challange #2: when you finish with the stairs, you will end up on a mountain trail.

Keep going! On your right you will see Agios Nikitas beach.

You're not there yet.

And voila! The beach. Now you have to descend. I do not have pictures with the stairs. And challange #3: climb back those stairs!

It was worth the effort to get there!

Some extra tips:

- bring an umbrella

- bring water supplies with you

- stay away from the cliffs, they are very unstable

- on the left side is the nudist's beach

Beside this, we went to another beach, Pefkoulia. Compared to the other ones, it's ordinary. No difficulties to get there.

Enjoying the view and a freddo cappuccino @Deck beachside cafe

And in the last two days I chose to stay in Vasiliki to relax and enjoy the time left.

Few words about the food I've tried:

- grilled feta cheese is actually feta cheese in the oven (at least that's what I've got when I've ordered this plate)

- Ekmek dessert - I stopped eating sugar but I couldn't resist the temptation

This is it! The best way to combat the depression after an awesome holiday is to plan/go in the next holiday, and that's what I'm doing (it happened to have planned another adventure right after this one)!

Meow!

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