Search your social media platform of choice on “top beaches in Greece” and you’ll learn that the top beaches aren’t in Mykonos, Santorini, or the more popular Aegean island chains. Some of the top beaches in the country are on Kefalonia, Zakinthos and Lefkada — all islands we’re visiting this trip.

The BOTD (beach of the day) was Myrtos Beach and it did not disappoint. The sliver of beach is sandwiched between two mountains resulting in two kilometers of winding road to get down to the beach which has sky blue water and bright white pebbles. Only ten euro for two sun beds and a thatched hut for shade.

Pictures just don’t do it justice. I recommend a quick google search.

Several yachts joined us for the day. D saw a jellyfish and there were a few tiny fish in the water, but otherwise it was clear.

Driving to Myrtos tested my patience again. Winding around the mountains, peering over the cliffs as Paul whipped us around the corners without guard rails, and other vehicles passing us in the process, was not enjoyable. I need to remain at sea level at all times.

Food wise today has been uneventful:

• Breakfast on our rooftop patio was yogurt, honey and rice pudding from the supermarket, a croissant and espressos from the bakery on our block, and fruit provided by the AirBnB host.
• Oregano-flavored potato chips for lunch on the beach.
• Pita and tsatsiki for an afternoon snack.
• Dinner took place between work meetings for me – so a quick Nescafé frappe with ice cream for me, an aperol spritz for Paul, and a cheesecake and an ice cream for D.
• And, the coffee scene here has left a lot to be desired. Tried Nescafé frappes twice and don’t see what all the fuss is about, and the Greek espressos have been undrinkable.