Uncovering life's little luxuries around the globe
With my recent trips to Santorini and Mykonos still vividly in my mind, and my trip to Athens+Mykonos 2 years ago as a treasured memory, I can honestly say that Greece has stolen my heart. I can’t wait to go back and discover more of this amazing and versatile country. Despite the differences between the […]
On one of my morning strolls through Athens, I accidentally discovered a great place. Only five minutes by foot from metro station Monastiraki, amidst the central shopping district, you’ll find restaurant and bar Collage (Kapnikareas 3). What caught my eye was the industrial design and edgy interior. I was pleasantly surprised that the food was also […]
Whenever I’m in a foreign city I visit the local market.. I love to browse the stalls and see how differently they display their produce and goods. I feel that the markets are the best places to go to really blend in with local life. Here’s where you see the residents shop, you can smell […]
One of the hippest neighbourhoods, where mostly youngsters go out for dinner and drinks in Athens is Gazi. I went there once at night, when it was crowded and a great spot for people watching. During lunch time it is less busy but still bustling and fun. One of my favourite restaurants at Keramikos Square is […]
Now that spring has sprung it is time to perk up our balconies, gardens and curbs again, as we will be spending more time outside. In the Netherlands I love how people who live in the city center instantly settle themselves in front of their house on a bench with a pot of tea and […]
If you are looking for a perfectly located hotel in Athens, the NEW hotel is the right choice. It is literally in the heart of the old center where quaint streets and charming restaurants draw you out of your hotel room. Around the corner are all the ancient sites, and from the hotel’s roof terrace […]
In the heart of downtown Athens, steps away from the town hall, and only a short walk from Monastiraki is the stylish urban city hotel Fresh Hotel. It’s the perfect base to explore the city and its historical landmarks. The hotel was recommended to me by discovergreece.com, and I enjoyed the hospitality and interior design […]
