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Ithaca (also known as Ithaki) is one of the Greek Ionian Islands sandwiched between the larger and better-known island of Kefallonia and the west coast of Greece. It's the least developed and arguably the most beautiful island in the group with pretty pebble beaches and a mountainous interior speckled with pine forests, cypresses, olive groves and vineyards. Strict conservation laws controlling development and a lack of the long sandy beaches which appeal to most "sun and sand" holidaymakers have kept mass tourism at bay. But hikers and discerning tourists seeking an escape from the mid-summer holiday hordes will love this green and tranquil island which was the much loved kingdom of Homer's mythical hero Odysseus. I spent a lovely week resting, reading the Odyssey (again and again) and enjoying the natural beauty and culinary delights on this island. Read details of my trip to Ithaka at my blog
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