We're going sailing in Greece!

A while back we got talking with friends about their past trips sailing around the Greek isles. It sounded amazing! 
We said we would love to go with them on their next trip and lo and behold we will be heading to Athens in September to meet up with them on one of the Greek islands depending on where they are at the point when we arrive.

The plan so far is to fly in to Athens where we will spend one night. After visiting the Acropolis we will then get the train to the port of Piraeus where we will get a ferry to whichever island we are meeting our Captain and his First Mate!

Between planes, trains and ferries we didn't think our big suitcases would work for us. So at lunchtime in work yesterday I went to the shopping centre and bought us two rucksacks.  I only get 45 minutes for lunch so I had conveniently reserved the backpacks online so it was a quick transaction.  I think I shall use the red rucksack as it is lighter than the blue one. We intend to keep our luggage to a minimum - we plan to bring very little clothes with us. When we arrive in to Piraeus we will need to stock up on supplies to take on the boat - things like water, cheese, nuts & sliced meats......and essentials like vodka for while  out on the water!  

When I got home from work I cycled down to Herbert Park to meet Ciaran at The Big Grill festival.  What fun!

Ciaran's friend was doing a DJ set (he was so good!) and there was loads of great food and drinks stalls to choose from. We had a burger and Ciaran had a lot of beer.  It was a pretty cool event and really convenient - only a 5 minute cycle away from our house. I'd definitely go again next year.