Semeli Resort Elatochori Legend has it that Zeus was so besotted with the bewitchingly beautiful Semeli that he transported her onto the slopes of the Pieria mountains (miles away from her native Thebes) so that he could admire her from atop his throne on Mount Olympus. Named after the legendary princess, Semeli, perched 1050 metres high on the...
Read moreAll hail the Queen Bee of the Arachova winter whirl. Yes, there may be newer, more-boutiquey arrivals in town now. But they just can’t compete with this well-bred favourite: Elatos still retains its crown for fashionable Athenians who love the sociable vibe, beautiful forest setting and excellent leisure facilities (the Club ...
Read moreThe Grand Forest Metsovo In winter, the enchanting village of Metsovo looks just like a painting. One of Epirus’ most popular tourist drawcards, visitors immediately fall under the spell of the town’s balconied mansions, stone drinking fountains and snow-blanketed squares. Tucked away in a pristine pine forest strewn with walking trails and pic...
Read moreWHAT: Support a charity that does remarkable work in neutering, feeding and re-homing stray cats and fill up your Christmas stockings at the Nine Lives Christmas bazaar! Browse the selections of new and nearly new goodies, to find purrfect Christmas gifts from CDs, books, jewellery, clothes and fashion accessories, and enjoy a delicious selectio...
Read moreWHAT: Citronne Gallery inaugurates its new space in Athens with an exhibition dedicated to George Lappas, Mappemonde. Art historian Tatiana Spinari-Pollalis inaugurates her Athenian gallery in Kolonaki, 12 years after the launch of her flagship Citronne Gallery on Poros. Housed in a landmark 1960’s building on Kolonaki’s bustling Patriarchou Ioa...
Read moreWHAT: An immersive, four-month exhibition celebrating the genius of Leonardo da Vinci To write a book about Leonardo da Vinci without once using the word ‘genius’ would be a feat worthy of the French author Georges Perec, who contrived to write a book without using the letter e,” the biographer of the Italian Renaissance artist, Charles Nicholl,...
Read morePsyrri Insider Nicholas Pisaris has the ultimate guide on the storied Athens neighborhood and reveals the charms and quirks of this underappreciated area. I purchased my flat in 2001, and Psyrri has changed a great deal since then. I likened it to TriBeCa in NY; it had light industrial and some retail by day, but it was a sec...
Read moreWHAT: There’s nothing better than sipping a warm drink and shopping for gifts for your loved ones, especially when there are hundreds of different choices in one festively decorated market. Local merchants will be selling their goods all weekend long at the Christmas Meet Market. There’s even a solution for the kids being towed along in the form of...
Read moreDiana Farr Louis, Diane Shugart and Alexia Amvrazi map out their seven fave under-the-radar spots in Psyrri. Excerpts from 111 Places In Athens That You Shouldn’t Miss. To Kompoloi tis Psyrri All about worry beads, a unique Greek tradition Not long ago a man twirling worry beads was a common sight – on the street, in a café, o...
Read moreWHAT: Get ready for some serious festive shopping, pampering, music and drinks while supporting a worthy cause. The Blender Gallery and YFOS Online Shop welcome Christmas with the pop-up event Mirror, Mirror! The Christmas Experience. Eight Greek fashion brands selected by YFOS Online Shop, (Anamnesi.co, Anthe Collection, BAYA.fit - Active Wear, Cl...
Read moreWHAT: The Benaki Museum, the U.S. Embassy in Athens and the British Council, in collaboration with the Goethe-Institut Athen organize “THE CO-MUSEUM: Synergies, coalitions and partnerships between museums, cultural initiatives, civil society and beyond.” The Conference invites professionals from museums and cultural organizations, civil society,...
Read moreThe Kastellorizo Group, long a standard bearer for all things seafood, venture into their second meaty restaurant in Voula. Not just another run-of-the-mill souvlaki place, the menu at K Grill you'll see is anything but ordinary. They take the art of grilling seriously here so expect succulent meats and Greek skewered specialities with ju...
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