Delphi painted a different picture as a small town in the mountains. It has a very slow pace and heavily relies on tourism and a nearby ski mountain in the winter. Sadly tourism is heavily down in Delphi due to the negative world wide press regarding the economic issues in Greece. While we were there the town felt empty.
Maybe due to the lagging economy, we got an amazing deal on our room. It was a bed and breakfast operated by a local family. $60 per night with a large room, balcony, and locally made breakfast. The host was incredibly talkative and kind. He expected the economy to be difficult for a while. His 15 yr old son who is heading off to university in a few years was hoping to study computer science. Sounds like a good thing to study, but Greece doesn't have much in the way of industries outside of tourism and shipping. Likely he'd have to move to a place like Australia or US to find a job. Not good for Greece to lose their youth....or the Dad who is hoping his son stays close by.
Tough times for Greece, but if they follow the example of our Delphi host who was enthusiastic, welcoming and realistic, they will find their way.
That cat is precious! More beautiful architecture!
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