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An article about #Orthodox lent season and Easter

An article about #Orthodox lent season and Easter in #Cyprus
This is an important religious event with more than 70% Orthodox Christian.
During the lenten season the faithful abstains from eating meat and meat products. Fish is allowed for important feast.
The 40 day lent ends with Easter Sunday, a grand religious celebration. Sounds good if you can make trip during this holiday and enjoy the feast!
#travelblog #lentseason #easter #tradition #bloggerstribe

Kathara Deftera or Clean/Green Monday today. It is

Kathara Deftera or Clean/Green Monday today. It is the first day of #Orthodox lent. This day calls for purity leaving behind sinful actions. And as you can see no meat on our feast.
We have fish, octopus, shrimp, salad, beetroot, cauliflower, spinach pie and Carobpita. Supposedly we should have more greens on the table.
But this year still in #pandemic we can only have these by ourselves. Though we are allowed to invite 4 guests but we decided not to take the risk.
Hmmm. I hope you are not drooling.... yum!
#greenmonday #lentseason #seafood #cyprus

Isn't it exciting to travel for wedding occasions?

Isn't it exciting to travel for wedding occasions? It may be your dream #wedding or someone else's!
Do you know that #Cyprus is a wedding destination?
In this article you will know why and an introduction of an #orthodox wedding traditions.
This is an old post of a wedding I attended in the year 2019.
When you head to my blogsite just scroll down a little bit further or use the search box.
Have you traveled for weddings? Or was it your wedding? Any dream #weddingdestination?
Tell me more!❤❤❤
#travelblog #greekwedding #tradition #culture

Can't deny that spring is here! Winter is slowly e

Can't deny that spring is here! Winter is slowly easing out. Who doesn't love #spring ? It's the time when you see vibrant colors.
Here are my flowers in the garden slowly waking up. #hyacinth I planted bulbs last November and I have a new red #rose ⚘ I got it last Valentines day. As much as i love bouquets but this one lasts long and i am nurturing it. ❤
And the third yellow flowers they are growing around the neighborhood. Spring indeed!
Can't wait to show you the other flower seeds i planted such as tulips, dwarf asters, California poppy, fragrant mixed flowers, periwinkle, pansy and more! Hope they grow well!
If you have tips to share with me, please leave some comments. What flowers are you growing at this time of the year?
#gardening #flowers #naturephotography #hobbyo

Do you know what's it like living in the #middleea

Do you know what's it like living in the #middleeast ? Inviting you all to click the story, "My Incredible Expat Life in Qatar".
I'm sharing you the past and the present; random things and experiences and some of my favourite sights.
From 3 things I know before I set forth on this journey, now my memories and learning are overflowing.
If you have been living abroad, how has this changed you?
#Qatar #expatlife #Doha #travelblog #bloggerstribe #writingcommunity

A small park in #Agros village in #Cyprus. Sittin

A small park in #Agros village in #Cyprus. Sitting on the bench gives you a panoramic view of the surrounding mountains and villages.
Truly breathtaking views and just along the main road! A few meters walk you will find restaurants or tavernas serving delicious local food. 😋
On this village you can book for mountain safari in quadbikes and learn more about the by products of Roses which is this village is known for. That is why it is popularly called a Rose village. Check out the story on my blog! ⚘⚘⚘
#cyprusvillage #travelblog #Europe #outdoorphotography

#Potamos or liopetri river is lined up with tradit

#Potamos or liopetri river is lined up with traditional fishing boats. This body of water gives you a rich catch of fishes and of course you have fish taverna just along the river. One of the places we wish to dine when we are allowed and safe to do so.
The river meets with the seawater and you can see small boats cruising along. Such a nice place to spend the time isn't it? #Cyprus is filled with wonderful spots from mountains, to seas, villages and hangouts in the city too.
Inviting you all to drop by to my blog and discover Cyprus!
#travelblog #europe #outdoorphotography #agianapa #taverna

Just random things around #Cyprus Here is a yello

Just random things around #Cyprus
Here is a yellow post letter box. Who still use these days?
I found this in #Troodos park near the square. It's been a few months since we had a #roadtrip. #covid19 measures don't allow us at the moment.
We are on a semi lockdown allowed up to 2 movements per day with reasons approved by the government. At least the retail shops and salons have started to open but with a reasonable amount of time to be outside.
How about you? What's going on in your place? Stay safe at all times!
#lockdown #pandemic #europe

Welcoming the Year of the Metal Ox!!! Kong Hei Fat

Welcoming the Year of the Metal Ox!!! Kong Hei Fat Choi! Happy Chinese New Year 🎉.
What’s in store for all of us this 2021? Find out more about the metal ox sign.
Also I’m taking you to another culture trip to #Cebu Philippines. One of the cities with very strong Chinese influence. In this article are the traditions of the Chinese-Filipinos during CNY and my recommendations on where to eat our homegrown Chinese cuisine.
So, without further ado head to my blogsite, www.vinnenroute.net!
What are your favorite traditions during CNY?
#chinesenewyear #yearoftheox #tsinoy #philippines #chinesefood #travelblog #2021 #bloggerstribe

Found this while taking our walks around the neigh

Found this while taking our walks around the neighborhood. This capture is so refreshing, the beauty of nature in its calmness form.
It looks like a daisy, or can anyone tell me what flower is this?
We have been taking walks everyday one in the morning and another one in the afternoon. Just staying fit and it is good for the body and mind. 💕
#nature #flowerstagram #naturephotograpy #stayfit

Here is a travel story about my #expat life in #Qa

Here is a travel story about my #expat life in #Qatar. Early this month a blockade by the neighbouring nations has been lifted. Great news indeed!
Find out more about the crisis and how it has impacted lives of the residents. Moving forward I remain hopeful for opportunities around this region which affects the rest of the world. 🤗
Feel free to drop some engagements. ❤
#Doha #travelblog #gulfcrisis #middleeast

Paperbacks lined up for 2021! Currently reading M

Paperbacks lined up for 2021!
Currently reading Murakami’s Commendatore, almost halfway! This is my second book for this month, after the e-book, World’s Apart by Luke Loahgan, a YA fantasy fiction based on a Greek mythology. You can find my reviews at goodreads just look for vinnenroute!
Most of these books are second hand from 2019 book fair in exchange for donation towards pet shelters. ❤️
So, i challenged myself to read 15 books this year and now on my second book. Will i make it? And even more? Let’s see!
So #booklovers how many books will you complete for 2021?! 📚
#avidreader #goodreadschallenge #bookstagram

This was our last drive to the mountains beginning

This was our last drive to the mountains beginning of December 2020. After that we are limited with movements and then #lockdown.
As you can see #Cyprus colours of autumn as we drive the roads around #Troodos mountains. The temperature is already chilly signalling the start of winter. In some areas it was too foggy and some rain too.
There are many monasteries in this mountain. On the first photo is a 12th century monastery. I went inside and was received warmly and they open the church for me. Though snapshots are not allowed inside. I lighted a candle and said prayers and had chat with a nun.
I wish we can go drives soon and maybe visit villages. Yet for the time being for my blog, I do have several articles to write while we are on a standstill. Till then!
#orthodox #monastery #cyprusautumn #naturephotography #roadtrip #travelblogging

My new addition to my flowers! Of course my roses

My new addition to my flowers! Of course my roses are continuously blooming and getting bigger. Tulips starting to come out, i plant several tulips and hyacinth bulbs end of October. Hope they bloom successfully this spring.
It’s cold and snowing in #Troodos mountain here in #Cyprus. However we are still on a lockdown and just can’t go anywhere. Also it’s better to remain home these days whilst new variants of the virus is spreading again. 😔
the 🌞 is up and shining to keep us warm and do some gardening works.
How about you what’s keep you busy these days?
By the way this beautiful flower is my first year wedding anniversary gift! ❤️❤️❤️ Do you know the name of this flower?
#lockdownagain🤷🏻‍♀️🤷🏻‍♂️ #gardening #flowerstagram #pandemiclife

One of the many captures during #Sinulog Mardi Gra

One of the many captures during #Sinulog Mardi Gras in #Cebu. Captured by my friend @locarics a few years ago.
This year the streets are quiet as all festivities are canceled due to #pandemic. 2021 is supposed to be a year of anticipation as we celebrate 500th year of Christianity in the Philippines. Unfortunately the celebration is halted just like what is happening around the world.
Find out more about Cebu’s rich culture and history behind Sinulog festival. Already published on my blog site.
#travelblog #Asia #philippines #ilovecebu

Hello everyone! This is my first travel story this

Hello everyone! This is my first travel story this year featuring my home town #cebu. I am proud to share our culture and the grand Sinulog Festival which is deeply rooted in our lives.
Find the time to visit my blog site and feel free to leave your feedbacks.
This amazing photo is from a fellow Cebhano, @ryanaraneta . Thank you!
Pit Senor!!!
#sinulog #philippines #traveltribe #travelblogs #traveltribe #ilovecebu

Taken last January 2020. The Basilica in my homet

Taken last January 2020. The Basilica in my hometown. Every 3rd Sunday of January is the feast day of the Child Jesus. This year due to the pandemic, all activities are cancelled. Even the 9-day novena masses were halted on the 5th day. Truly it is so difficult to fight an invisible enemy.
Stay tuned with a blog post coming up this weekend and learn more about #Sinulog festival!
#cebuphilippines #santoniñodecebu #travelblogs

What shall be the cards for 2021? So many uncertai

What shall be the cards for 2021?
So many uncertainties and still a waiting game.
Isn’t it like drawing a card from the pile? Will it give you a good series, or unusable card that you throw anyway (maybe the next player picks it up) or a joker that you can do anything with!
Will we remain victorious after this round?
Just thoughts while playing birimba on New Year’s eve.
Birimba is a Cypriot card game with several variations and coming from different origins. Wiki says it birriba, a rummy version of Italian card game Pinnacola. In Greek it is also called as Biribasso or biribi. Played by a pair and up to 6 players with 2 deck cards.
What’s your favorite card game?
#birimba #cardgames #cyprus🇨🇾

Officially 2021!!! This is the vasilopita pie with

Officially 2021!!!
This is the vasilopita pie with a coin inside. At 12 MN we sliced this into portions: God, house and each person in the house and for us we include our pets!
This year, the coin is in God’s slice. With that, I believe, 2021 will be all in God’s favor.
Let’s hold on tight and we shall get through.
Happy New Year!
#vassilopita #greektradition #happynewyear

Our new addition of fur baby, Mina and this is her

Our new addition of fur baby, Mina and this is her first holidays.
Happy New Year to all!

Opps I hope its not too late! Before Christmas, I

Opps I hope its not too late!
Before Christmas, I participated the bloggers christmas tags. Thanks to @undaunted.adventure for the tag 😉 You can find the article on my blog site.
And of course I want you to be part of it. Here are my 2 questions:
1. What’s your favorite Christmas outfit?
2. Can you tell us a hilarious moment on one of your Christmas holidays?
Love to hear your answers! Please answer both questions or maybe 1 or 2.
But let’s have fun anyway! 🤗 @ricatography101 @whatcrazylife @live_parent_teach_repeat @anna_petersburg_guide @thecaperobyn @merrative @thenortherndad @simonesaysgo_ @jerwinism
#christmasvibe #holidays2020 #bloggingcommunity

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