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Arriving at Hydra onboard Alpha Lines from Piraeus.
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The Greek island of Hydra.
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The Greek island of Hydra, in the Aegean's Saronic Gulf.
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There are no cars on Hydra. Transport of people and goods is by horse or mule.
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The horses and mules on Hydra work hard, but are well taken care of and have regular days-off.
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Hydra does not have streets. It has stairs. Thousands and thousands of them.
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The Phaedra Hotel is owned by our friend of many years, Hilda.
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One of two ensuite bedrooms in our suite at Hotel Phaedra.
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Our suite's second bedroom at Hotel Phaedra.
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Shot on Hydra in 1957, 'Boy on a Dolphin' was Sophia Loren's first English-language film.
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1957's 'Boy on a Dolphin' was America's introduction to the charms of both the Greek island of Hydra and of Sophia Loren, starring in her first English-language film.
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A view from our suite's private terrace at Hotel Phaedra.
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Complimentary breakfast on the terrace at Hotel Phaedra.
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Spilia Beach Bar, where we spend part of each day on Hydra.
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Swimming at Spilia Beach Bar.
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Spilia Beach Bar on Hydra.
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Day and night, Hydriots and visitors frequent the cafés and tavernas facing the port.
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Sitting in the port affords an ever-changing view of arriving and departing boats and ships.
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Traditional Greek boats line Hydra's inner harbor.
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Horses and mules await the arrival of the next ferry, when they will be loaded with visitors' luggage.
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No bandages! Six months after cancer surgery, the scars on my nose are starting to fade.
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Morning on Hydra's western hill.
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Evening in Hydra's port. Michael is chatting with ladies at the next table.
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We didn't know it then, but some real friendships were being formed.
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Why are gay guys always asked for their sartorial opinions?
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At left is Scottish actress Valerie Edmond. (Loved her in 'Saving Grace'!)
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Approaching the dinner hour.
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At right is Manna, one of our favorite restaurants on Hydra.
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Manna, steps from Hydra's port.
