These are the ruins of the former Christian holy city that was built over the tomb of Menas of Alexandria. It is one of 7 UNESCO World Heritage Sites found in Egypt.
This gorgeous area is located far north in the rugged peninsulas of Scotland and originally navigated by Nordic Vikings. Did someone say Vikings? Rugged? Yes. I like that.
Always feel like I'm coming home upon arriving on Maui. Love everything from Haleakala to the Road to Hana. My favorite elements of the island -- the residents and ample aloha.
i've heard this place is paradise and can't wait to go. it reminds me of the leonardo di caprio movie the beach where he goes to phuket. never saw the movie but loved the trailer.
I would recommend you come to the Blue Lagoon directly from the airport if your flight arrives at 7,8,9 in the morning. Hotel Check-in is not until 3pm and this place will relax your mind a body from the over night flight.
The only problem with St. John's is that...after you've returned back home and you have to get up early for work and battle traffic on the 405...your beautiful pictures from the trip only serve as a cruel reminder of how shitty your real life actually is.
See the long thing on the beach down there? That's actually a ship that was chased down by the Greek Navy after it was suspected that there was "wine, tobacco, and women" on board. Guess they thought this wasn't a good combo!