Crete is the largest and most populous (over 600,000) of the Greek Islands in the Mediterranean Sea.  It was the center of the Minoan civilization, the first in Europe.  The capital city is Heraklion. The island is quite mountainous with one peak well over 2000 meters. It is also one of the most popular vacation destinations in Greece.  First photo is…...

Greeneville is a diversified community of just over 15,000 nestled in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains in East Tennessee - a community abounding in natural scenic beauty, warm friendly people, a fascinating history and an unlimited variety of outdoor activities.  The second oldest town in Tennessee, Greeneville's ambiance comes from a mixture of the old, with brick-lined sidewalks fronting…...

Cuyahoga Falls is a well-to-do suburb of Akron and Cleveland, OH in northeastern Ohio.  It is named for the rushing falls that run through town (photo above courtesy of Wikipedia and Magnus Manske). Cuyahoga Falls is fortunate to have the Blossom Music Center, which is located in the Cuyahoga Falls National Park. Photo of An example of stone formations found…...

Farallon is a new and rapidly developing area on the coast south of Panama City and Coronado Beach.  It is located in the province of Cocle, which has other well known beaches including Santa Clara and Rio Hato, and tourist activity has increased in recent years. The province had a population of 233,708 habitants in 2010. Two important infrastructure developments…...