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KK settles in at Andronis Arcadia, a resort & spa on the edge of Oia, a picturesque village on the Greek island of Santorini. 

SHOWNOTES

Places KK mentions in the show:

Dolce Far Niente - the Italian art of doing nothing


Theros Wave Bar 

theroswavebar.gr

instagram.com/theroswavebar

Andronis Arcadia

https://www.andronis.com/hotels/andronis-arcadia/

Pacman Sunset Bar & Beefbar - two restaurants on property at Andronis Arcadia

Lauda Restaurant at Arcadia’s sister property Andronis Boutique Hotel. Exquisite nine course tasting menu at oldest restaurant in Oia with views of the caldera.

Laudarestaurant.com

Ammoudi Bay - The bay just below the cliffs of Oia. Accessible by 15 minute walking path from the edge of the village or via road.

Therasia …a very small island in the caldera. Access via water taxi from Ammoudi Bay and go for lunch at Qhera. 

Marikay’s (Hassapiko on Google Maps) Late night music and crafted cocktails in the village of Oia

Andronis Arcadia Playlist on Spotify 

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/6uVwcmgIyFHQ7f7N4V5Jyz?si=906cadde6c1a428f

https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1Zkni3OfgNmZVr1RtBkSKf?si=e57b39e681704444

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KK covers the dramatic villages and beaches of Santorini by quad bike and shares why it will always be her favorite of all the Greek Islands.

SHOWNOTES- 
Places mentioned in this episode:

Santorini - popular name of the island. Also known as THIRA.

Fira - Main town on the island and also referred to as THERA or THIRA

https://goo.gl/maps/udetffMzARjDSMFFA

Oia- Loveliest village on the island and pronounced EE-ah 

https://goo.gl/maps/9N3keu5tpcgWFicw8

Spanakopita - Spinach filled pastry 

Santo Winery - santowines.gr

https://www.instagram.com/santo_wines/?hl=en

Assyrtiko … a white wine varietal, similar to a Sauvignon Blanc 

Yamas! - Cheers!

Akrotiri - Archeological site of Minoan civilization that inhabited the island before its eruption. 

http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh355.jsp?obj_id=2410

Red Beach - Accessible on foot or by boat.

White Beach - Only accessible by boat, pick up available at these coordinates 

https://goo.gl/maps/HYtqiqa7GazPebff7 

Black Beaches - Kamari (most popular) Perivolos and Perissa (farther from Fira, but best)

Aegean Safran - Resatuarant and Beach Club Bar on Perivolos Beach, with a Santorini Salad - Salad unique to the island with local tomatoes and soft cheese. Don’t miss the Tzatzki and fried potatoes, as well. https://www.instagram.com/safranaegean_restaurant/?hl=en

Tephra Cocktail Bar or Deilino - Sunset spots in Oia...or find these spots on maps and look for others nearby. 

https://www.instagram.com/deilino_food_drink_shisha/?hl=en

Open Air Cinema near Kamari with a full bar and lounge beach chairs. To secure your ticket, you must be in line well before the sun sets.

https://santorinicinema.com/

Barolo Restaurant - New restaurant that is all the buzz this season.

https://www.instagram.com/barolorestsantorini/?hl=en

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KK continues cruising the Mediterranean from episode 13 and takes a closer look at a long list of easy cruise ports from Spain  to Greece. 

SHOWNOTES - 

Places KK mentions in this episode:

The Straight of Gibraltar 

Gibraltar - 15 min walk to the town or take a tour up to The Rock from  port entrance. 

Malaga, Spain  - walk 15 min or take short paid shuttle to old town and  beaches. 

Cartegena, Spain - docks across from old town…eat Tapas! 

Island of Mallorca - Shuttle or Taxi to Palma Old Town, or taxi the opposite way to beach coves. Stunning island. 

Barcelona - A short paid shuttle drops you across from the base of  Las Ramblas. A pedestrian boulevard that runs up from the sea into the heart of Barri Gotic, the old city. 

Marseille - Gateway to Provence - Best to use a ship or prearranged tour. 

St Tropez (tender)  Ship tenders drop you  in town.

Monaco - Ships dock or tender directly into town. With the  palace of Monacoville above and the yacht harbor below.  Villefranche sur Mer - a tiny village, 15 min by train from  Monaco. 

Calvi (tender) - on the French Island of Corsica. Tenders drop you right in town. 

Livorno, Italy - Not easy but the gateway to Tuscany. Top pick here is a day in Lucca or San Gimingnao. 

Civitavecchia - port of Rome. Take the train, but only to save money. Otherwise, take the ship transfer, which drops you in Rome and guarantees to get you back to the ship in time. KK also mentions the Etruscan town of Tarquinia. 

Naples (listen to episode 7) - easy to explore Naples, Pompeii, or catch a ferry directly from the port to Capri or Sorrento. Take a train to the Palace of Caserta. 

Taormina - You will tender in to the beach town of Giardini Naxos , and are under the town which sits 200 meters high above. You can spend a day at the beach or make your way up to the town. Listen to episode 3 for more on Taormina.

The Island of Malta -  Ships arrive just a short walk from the Elevator lift to the town of Valletta that I mention in episode 5. 

Around the Boot of Italy we turn north up into the Adriatic Sea which runs along the entire eastern coast of Italy. 

Greek island of Corfu - Watch the Durrells of Corfu - 30 min walk along the waterfront into old town or catch a taxi at the main gate for $15/up to 4 ppl

Kotor, Montenegro - ships sail through the stunning bay of Kotor. One of the scenic highlights of the mediterranean. KK eats pizza by the slice at Pizzeria Pronto.

Croatia - 

Dubrovnik - Take flat rate taxi into town. 

Split - usually a 10-15 min walk into town 

Korcula and Hvar - small islands where tenders drop you in town .

Vodice and Zadar - small towns only a short walk from the pier. 

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Nafplion, Greece - A great port for boutique shopping, eating gyros and swimming off the nearby beach. 

Any small Greek island likely has the same playbook… a walk through a quaint village, seaside lunch, and an ocean swim… within walking distance from the pier.

Mykonos - Known as the party island, it is the greek’s answer to ibiza. 

Rhodes - Ships dock in old town and 20 min walk to the beach. 

Santorini, Greece - the most dramatic and KK’s favorite of all the Greek Islands.  

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KK sails through the Mediterranean sharing why cruising these waters is a fabulous option, even for non-cruisers, and offers tips from what to look for no in a cruise to making the most of your time in port.

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If all these ports seem overwhelming, and you would love to know exactly what to do in port or  help choosing the best Mediterranean cruise, KK  offers 1 hr consultations. She will run through your specific itinerary and pull together  a custom game plan before you even leave home. Simply visit kkrobbins.com and click on the cruise tab to book. 

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KK and a local friend take you on a walking tour through the city to go beyond the obvious and share their Amsterdam.

Shownotes

Places KK mentions in this episode:

Amsterdam Centraal - Amsterdam’s central train station. Take free ferries on the northern end to explore the North, full of museums and cafes.

Dam Square - the central square with Royal Palace and the Kalverstraat shopping street running through it.

Nes - the “invisible street” that somehow remains calm and quiet in the middle of the chaos

Friendship Cruise - a funfilled one hour canal boat tour 

friendshipamsterdam.com

Wynand Fockink - The Sippy Place

wynand-fockink.nl

Begijnhof - Hidden Garden dating back to the 14th century

The Pancake Club - where KK goes for poffertjes - tiny, heavenly, pancake pillows  

thepancakecalub.nl

Vondelpark - expansive city park with wide paths and lakes

De 9 Straatjes - The 9 Streets - quaint design district full of boutiques, hotels and cafes

The Dylan Amsterdam - lovely hotel in The 9 Streets in former mansion with stunning garden courtyard open for lunch, dinner, and drinks.

dylanamsterdam.com

The Houseboat Museum - on the Prisengracht Canal

houseboatmuseum.nl

The Pulitzer Amsterdam - elegant hotel with spacious peaceful garden where KK likes to brunch on rose and a Monte Cristo.

Pulitzer Bar - Jules and KK’s velvet “office”

pulitzeramsterdam.com

Westerkerk - The church adjacent Anne Frank’s House

Anne Frank House - must see museum depicting the days of when Anne Frank and her family and friends hid from the Nazis before being caught during WWII

annefrank.org *book tickets before leaving home

La Trattoria di Donna Sofia - Italian Restaurant in the Jordaan 

donnasofia.nl

Goed idee! Good idea!

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KK discovers more about the South by Southwest Festival in Austin, and then heads to Round Top for their world renowned Antique Week.

SHOWNOTES 

• Places KK mentions in the show:

In Austin:

Arlon Studio: Austin recording studio for Wille Nelson and Johnny Cash

Dante’s Hi-Fi: Cool vinyl spinning lounge

The Continental Club

SXSW Musicians to check out: 

Amanda Sum instagram.com/amandauhsum

Coco Jones therealcocojones.com

The Nude Party instagram.com/thenudeparty

Blondeshell instagram.com/theblondeshell

War & Treaty instagram.com/thewarandtreaty

Je’ Texas

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In Round Top:

Katrina and her no nonsense redesign : [email protected]

Blue Hills - https://www.bluehillsatroundtop.com/

Then Market Hill - Paul Michael

 https://markethillroundtop.com/

 McLaren Antiques

The Arbors

Cisco Village

Prost / Country Sunshine Pizza & Townsend Provisions

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Bader Ranch 

               With Stash Style - with vintage fashion and hats from Sissy Light

               And Lady Elaine Air Stream Bar

The Porch and  Studio  Penny Lane 

Excess and and NorthGate

The Junk Gypsies

Warrington:  known for having the best deals

EAT:

Lulu’s for Italian 

Royer’s Cafe for steaks, Grilled shrimp poboys and incredible pie.

Royer’s Pie Haven

Round Top Smokehouse for BBQ 

Local Roots for 6” tall chocolate ding dongs. 

 The Eliis Motel: late night drinks 

STAY:

 The Flop House : Shipping Container Lodging

Recycling The Past: Giant warehouse of architectural pieces 

The Frenchie Round Top: The Hamptons, only in a pasture in Texas

The Vintage Round Top:  Modern Texas Chic guesthouses. 

Oak Bones: one of the newest additions, with rustic cabins and a sultry little restaurant.

Rancho Pillow:  Guesthouses on a boho chic ranch with outdoor bathhouse. They hold two events, Barn Sessions and Feast in the Fields.

Thelma’s Garage: A rustic, yet modern suite at The Wander Inn, with dual clawfoot tubs overlooked by a mural of a  shirtless Brad Pit 

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Join KK next time, when she will head for the high seas to chat about what to look for when choosing a Mediterranean cruise. 

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KK gets the lowdown on the South By Southwest Festivals in Austin, Texas with the help of a special guest. 

SHOWNOTES

Places mentioned in the show: 

SXSW 
South By Southwest 

www.sxsw.com

More detailed info to follow!

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KK pilots a boat through countryside canals, explores a field of windmills and finds a palace of peace in easy side trips. 

SHOWNOTES

Places KK mentions in the show:

A’dam Lookout - Rooftop swings and elevator light show atop A’dam Tower

https://www.adamlookout.com/

Theetuin Overleek - Secluded tea garden cafe amongst giant cows. With small boat rental to follow a canal path through picturesque villages.

 theetuinoverleek.nl

Haarlem and Zandvoort - “Little Amsterdam” and the beach, on the same train line, 15 and 30 minutes from Amsterdam

 Zaanse Schans - windmill village just outside the small town of Zaandam. Also 15 minutes by train from Amsterdam and then to reach Zaanse Schans, you can continue a few more stops to the Zaandijk station, but from here it is a 15-20 minute walk. There is also a bike rental directly in front of the train station.

https://www.dezaanseschans.nl/en/

Muiderslot - 13th century moated castle surrounded with formal Gardens. Allow time before or after for a drink or more in the nearby village of Muiden. 

https://muiderslot.nl/en/

Castle de Haar  - Stunning Castle and Grounds near Utrech

kasteeldehaar.nl

The Hague - home of the Peace Palace 

https://www.vredespaleis.nl/?lang=en

Peace Palace video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vJZlqGxRHYA

Delft- Canal town known for its blue and white pottery. 

Leiden - Town with a floating Christmas market that fill the canals. 

Keukenhof -  Dutch Tulip Gardens of near the town of Lisse, open late March - mid May

https://keukenhof.nl/en/

TRAINLINE - The app KK uses to book all her train travel. 

https://apps.apple.com/us/app/trainline-buy-train-tickets/id334235181

Join KK next week when she rides into her home state of Texas.

Giddyup! 

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KK bikes through the palace gardens of Caserta and shares tips for navigating Capri, Sorrento, and the Amalfi Coast. 

Shownotes

Places KK mentions in the episode:

Train from Napoli Centrale to Caserta

The Royal Palace of Caserta 

https://reggiadicaserta.cultura.gov.it/en/

Capri - Island in the Bay of Naples with Capri Town, handmade sandals, and the stunning La Palette Restaurant overlooking the sea. 

Instagram.com/lapaletteristorante 

Sorrento - Town known for lemons at the end of a peninsula, closest to the island of Capri.

Amalfi Coast - stunning drive and coastline with small towns with the most notable being Positano, Amalfi Town and Ravello

Pompeii - the ancient ruins of the town destroyed by the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius 

Join KK next time when we will leave Italy and head to one of the many places she calls home, Amsterdam. 

Zie je daar! See you there! 

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KK dives deep into Napoli taking you on a tour of the historic center, proving that this hectic city is worthy of a closer look. 

Shownotes

Places KK mentions in the show:

Metro from Municipio to Dante


Spaccanapoli - The street that “splits” Naples

Bar del Chiostro: Where KK had Cappuccinos and Sfogliatella in the morning and

       Aperol Spritz in the afternoon.

         Via Benedetto Croce, 3, 80134 Napoli NA, Italy

Vicoletto San Pietro a Maiella-  The “Authentic Medieval Street”

Via San Gregorio Armeno….Aka Christmas Alley..a shopping street dedicated to entirely to nativity scenes. 

Napoli Sotterranea (Underground Naples) napolisotteranea.org                                       There is another excellent underground tour called the Bourbon Tunnel, but it’s only open Fri/SatSun with very few English tours. 

Gino e Toto Sorbillo - Where KK goes for pizza

        Via dei Tribunali, 32, 80138 Napoli

        https://www.sorbillo.it/

        Antica de Michele is the pizzeria in Eat Pray Love

Museo Cappella Sanservero and The Veiled Christ

https://www.museosansevero.it/

  
  Funicolare Centrale

        The uphill train that takes you from Via Toledo to the Vomero district and viewpoint at Castle San Elmo overlooking the city. 

   Galleria Umberto - Massive glass shopping arcade

  Piazza del Plebecito with domed church and the Royal Palace - 

https://palazzorealedinapoli.org/

   Grangusto - Artisan grocery store 

        https://www.gran-gusto.it/
        Via Nuova Marina, 5 

  Winehouse Napoli at Grangusto

        https://www.wine-house.it/

        Via Nuova Marina, 5 

Andiamo. Let’s go! 

Join KK next time for insider tips on navigating Italy. 

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