I invited myself to join Max at his latest conference location (Greece – wouldn’t you?). Immediately I set out to gain three important bits of knowledge: how to cross the street, how to use the bathroom, and how to ride a bus. It turns out that finding shade is equally important. I applied and improved these skills during my solo explorations throughout Corfu while Max focused on listening and presenting at the conference hotel.
Some things I learned during my time alone and our time together: Greece is hot. Corfu people are refreshingly non-risk averse. Dining al fresco is both a pleasure and a necessity. I like smoking bans. Exploring tunnels in deserted ancient forts alone is terrifying. I will cross streets with confidence if I’ve had two Mythos beers and two glasses of ouzo. I don’t like ouzo. I love traveling alone. I love traveling with Max. Flexibility and openness toward locals and independent travelers encourages stimulating chance meetings, conversations, and free drinks. I must travel more often.
See photos here: http://www.flickr.com/photos/ccharp3r/tags/corfu2007/
