I landed on planet Samos in 2004, and made it my parttime home. Since then, I bought and renovated a handful of houses, in traditional style. I rent them out as well, and below you can find more information about them. Samos also inspired me to publish a book and a string of short stories - the links are included here as well. Samos has many faces, and it is so much more than just another tourist destination. The island has offered me a lot of valuable experiences, and I hope this site reflects some of that. Have fun exploring this Samos site! - Ruard

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