Sometimes it rains in Athens … but that’s ok!
Athensguide Greece, land of sunshine, true. But every once in awhile there are a few days of rain. It can happen anytime. I’ve seen 3 days of rain in June, I’ve…
Athens Explorations
Three days in Thisseio
Although I’m a Pagrati girl to the core, every once in awhile I get a chance to go on vacation in Athens, heading across the historical center, and landing at…
Absolutely everything
Athens Explorations
Beginners' Guide
Featured
Ideas for families
Museums
Where to Visit when Nothing is Open
Athens Best Kept Secret IMHO
The Athens “First Cemetery” (Protonekrotafio) is one of Athens’ best kept secrets. Don’t confuse it with the Ancient Cemetery at Keramikos, which incidentally was also one of Athens best kept…
Absolutely everything
Athens Explorations
Eat Like an Athenian
Featured
Greek Gastronomy
Ideas for families
To Market, To Market … Athens Farmer’s Markets
Ever since my first trip to Athens in 1989 I have been fascinated by outdoor street markets. Back then large chain supermarkets were non-existent in Greece, so each neighborhood had…
Sunday afternoon in the countryside
Sundays are for family and friends in Greece, and what better way to share it than around the table with good food and good company? Would you like to visit…
Psirri, where yesterday, today and tomorrow meet in Athens
Psirri is a neighborhood that is difficult to describe. In most travel guides it is described as a great tourist attraction with excellent restaurants, vivid nightlife and chic stores. That…
Greece from above
Debating whether to travel to Greece? Perhaps this will inspire you to book your flight.
Hills of Athens: Where the wolves once roamed
Athens, just like Rome has 7 hills. The tallest one is Lykavitos hill. The views from its 900 ft summit are spectacular. You can see the Aegean, Aegina Island, the…
Traditional weaving & embroidery in Athens
Guests often ask me “Where can I find something special to buy as a souvenir from Greece?” I get asked this a lot, and I love this question because anyone…
Athens quirkiest spa!
Athens’ quirkiest pedicure Before I get into the nitty gritty, let me first disclose that when it comes to pampering, I’m not much of a spa girl. When guests ask…
