Wednesday 19 

Kos

We discovered last night that Kos Town has dedicated cycle lanes and everyone was busy cycling to and fro so we got the bikes out and cycled into town in the morning, enjoyed wandering through the town, which was very busy with many tourists, and found a secluded taverna for lunch away from the main squares - there are a few squares.  We cycled back in the evening and found an even more secluded taverna but right in the middle of the town, in what appeared to be someone's back garden, and ate some really delicious Greek dishes. We have been offered a 'digestif' at the end of meals in most places which is really not drinkable (I would rather have Gaviscon) and hardly anyone does drink it, but here we were given Ouzo.  This time we felt obliged to drink it but it is truly horrible - fortunately we were seated close to a small flower bed.

Thursday 20

Another lovely day so a cycle ride to the Castle of the Knights built in the 14th century, lunch in same taverna and some chores. They had to be done.

Friday 21

Kos to Symi 

An early start for a six hour trip to Symi and lovely calm sea conditions before more strong winds forecast for next two days.  Symi is lovely.  We are on the town quay at €20 regardless of how many days although electricity and water extra if anyone turns up for payment. Many ferries and day trippers from Rhodes but apparently they disappear in the evening and we have already spotted the recommended seafood restaurant.