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Mediterranean Sea

After a two week adventure on the Mediterranean Seas, I thought about what made my journey unforgettable. Yes, the azure water and volcanic mountains left me speechless, but what I found most alluring were the hidden treasures that I found in places that were once home to ancient empires, gods and goddess, shipwrecks, and sea creatures.

It’s really more fun when you can shrug off the whole tourist agenda and dive head-first into your travels. So how exactly does one assimilate into a new culture? Well, I’ve got some of my tried and true tips gathered here so you can embark on your own adventure!

1. Visit Smaller Towns

In the Mediterranean there were so many “common” sights that blew me away. In Sicily lays a hill top town called Taormina. Set against Mt. Etna and the Ionian Sea, it’s a quiet, town where the ruins of a Greek Theater remain. Move into the Greek Isles and you will find Santorini, the remains of a volcanic eruption. From a distance the mountainous island looks as though it’s covered in snow, but as you come closer you realize it is the white, stone houses that create this illusion. The best part, you can hop from roof to roof!

2. Get Lost

My favorite moments on this trip were when I had no idea where I was. The streets in most towns are cobblestoned and narrow. You may run into a Ya-Ya sweeping her porch (Greek for Grandmother) or find yourself down a stone path that leads to a black, volcanic beach. Where ever you end up, you’ll only discover these places by wandering from the pack. Whatever you do, don’t take a tour. Find your inner vagabond instead.

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Posted on on May 26, 2012 / Filed Under: College Life / Tags: CollegeCandy, Life