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When the craving for authentic Italian cuisine strikes in Athens, there’s a place where all gastronomic roads lead: Peccati di Gola. Nestled in the chic heart of Glyfada, this cozy establishment is a testament to the simple yet profound pleasures of Italian cooking....

Primer Music Festival 2019 Back with a Splash

The Primer Music Festival, what’s been dubbed the biggest dance music festival in Greece, came back to the coast yesterday, 10 July. The event was held at the Plateia Nerou in Faliro in front of thousands of energetic concert-goers. The festival debuted last year with...

5 Must-Try Restaurants in Athens that are Not Greek

The first thing that comes to people's minds when they think about Greek food are gyros and tzatziki. However, Greek cuisine is one of the most diverse in the world.They’re known for amazing seafood, pastries and more. Athens is a bustling city with beautiful sights...

“Personal Paparazzi in Athens” AirBnB Experience

We moved to Glyfada for 2 months during our journey living abroad in Europe. After some exploring in the coastal suburb of Glyfada, we wanted to check out the city of Athens and also have some photos taken to help promote my yoga teaching on Growth Gal. While I...

Stone Soup teams up with GrowthMentor to offer marketing help for local businesses

On March 27, 2019 five mentors from the online platform GrowthMentor will be at Stone Soup in central Athens to help local entrepreneurs out by giving them some personalized marketing advice. What is GrowthMentor? GrowthMentor is a curated platform of invite-only...

Athens Area Yoga Retreats for Spring 2019

Need of a bit of photo-synthesis and sparkle after what has been an uncharacteristically wet and windy winter in Athens? Your own Athens Coast yoga guru has a run down on the best Yoga Retreats coming up in the spring months a short hop, skip or downward dog from...

Nefeli Nine Luxury Fitness Retreat

If you are into healthy living, Nefeli Nine Retreat is seriously heaven on earth. Note how I said, "into healthy living". This retreat is not only for the people who are already doing all the right things (eating correctly, daily yoga and fitness), but also for...

‘Food Around Athens’ Food Tour

This tour was so much more than just a food tour. They should rename it, "Food, History, Culture and Good Banter Around Athens". I suppose that is a bit long though. We met up with Rachel in Monastiraki square on a GORGEOUS September (the best month in Greece)...

Anchor Seaside Cafe in Saronida

Anchor Seaside Cafe in Saronida is personally one of my favorite spots in the summer because it has a swimming pool AND the beach option just across the road. If you are looking to get out of Athens and want to go a bit farther out than the suburbs of Vouliagmeni and...

Greek Bucket List – Experiences you MUST have while visiting Greece

I know, I know... enough of the top 10 lists! This one is cool though, I promise. This list is geared towards experiences you should have in Greece, rather than 'places to go'. Greece is full of beautiful places that will take your breath away. However, I'm a firm...

Tales of an American Boy in Greece – Glyfada, Folegandros, Santorini and Athens

Ryan added another notch on his bed post of travels when he bought a ticket to Greece. Prices were pretty reasonable out of Chicago in late May, so he went for it! Similar to most Americans, Ryan only has a limited amount of vacation time off from work each year, so...

Top 10 Activities to do with Kids on the Athens Coast

Whether you're visiting the Athenian Riviera or your family is a permanent resident of the area, these 10 things to do with kids on the Athens Coast are a surefire way to have the best day ever! We're lucky enough to live in a city with great weather, amazing beaches...

Coast Story : Celeste

Celeste is a proud Dutch gal who has really embraced Greece as her new home. She loves it so much that she shares her adventures and blogs about all of her family experiences in Greece. If you are from outside of Greece, what brought you here? I completed my Master...

10 Things To Do on a Rainy Day on the Athens Coast

It may be hard to believe that we DO have rainy days with less than optimal weather for enjoying outdoor activities along the Coast, but we do have this thing called 'winter'. As I mention in my article about weather, there are very few days where the sun does not...

Oh Mama Brunch & Cocktails

Oh Mama popped onto the scene in the summer of 2017 and has not stopped poppin' since. If you have walked down Kyprou street in Glyfada, you surely have noticed Oh Mama nestled back among the trees of this residential/kinda business area. The reason you can't miss it...

My Favorite Places to Eat, Drink & Be Merry on the Athens Coast

I've been residing in the Νότια Προάστια (Southern Suburbs) since 2010 and have tried my best to sample all it has to offer. From traditional Greek classics to delicacies from foreign lands, here are my favorite places. Gyro Σπιτικό Απλά (Spitiko Apla) is located on...

Questions and Answers about Getting to Sounio from Athens

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These are actual questions from Athens Coast readers about getting to Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon from Athens or Glyfada. I've gathered them from Live Chat on the site or from the Facebook group, Ask a Local : Athens Coast Q & A What are options for getting...

UnderDog Pet Care in Glyfada gets TopDog Rating

UnderDog in Glyfada offers top-notch services for your four legged friends, specializing in grooming and pet sitting. UnderDog caught my eye a few years back when I was walking down Metaxas, simply because of their cute logo. Self Pet Wash A service they offer that...

Stemnitsa, Arkadia: Hiking along the Lousios River up to the Monastery of John the Baptist

Fall is a wonderful time to travel around mainland Greece. By October you are over the islands and ready to feel the clean, mountain breeze. Fall can sneak by you in Athens because the weather can stay really nice until all of the sudden it is winter. As I write...

Coast Story : Anna

Anna is originally from Balgowlah Heights, Sydney, Australia. She is a lawyer, previously of the Australian Government Solicitor, as well as a freelance journalist who writes about social and community issues and has edited dissertations, websites, and books. Anna...

Moouu Quality Meats : More Than Just a Steakhouse

Moouu is a steakhouse offering a wide variety of choice beef cuts. This type of steakhouse is a rare find in Athens and the only one of its kind in Glyfada. Moouu started out as half of the size as what it is today. When they expanded and added a full bar, I wanted...

Athens Oil Spill – What You Need to Know

The Athens Coast is going through some tough times right now. Cleanup crews are working around the clock to try and contain an oil spill off the coast of Salamina. What happened 2,200 tons of oil and 370 tons of gasoline were spilled when the cargo ship "Agia Zoni II...

REAL Greek Nightlife : Bouzoukia and Live Clubbing in Athens

Are you interested in experiencing some genuine Athens nightlife? Do as the Athenians do and head to a Bouzoukia Club or hit up one of the famous clubs with live performers. Bouzoukia Driving along Poseidonos beach road, you will notice some snazzy looking venues...

Coast Story : Bilal

Bilal's first European adventure landed him smack dab in the middle of the Athens Coast- Glyfada. Why did you choose to stay along the coast (versus other areas in Athens)? I have never been to Greece before, or Europe for that matter, and my friend suggested we...

Good Times Coming Your Way : Party Itinerary for Athens

Full of culture and nightlife, Athens is an excellent option for a European city-break weekend with your friends. "Athens is a city rich in history..." how many times have you read that (or something similar) while researching your trip to Athens? Maybe you just...

Akanthus Beach Club + Nalu Cafe = 365 Days of FUN

Akanthus Beach and neighboring Nalu Cafe are Athens Coast staples for good vibes- chillin' by day and partying all night long. Akanthus Beach One of the most popular beaches on Alimos' Akti tou Iliou (Sun Coast) happens to be one of the hottest night clubs as well....

Sip Cocktails Atop an Ancient City on a Rooftop Bar in Athens

Day and night the streets of Athens are bustling. Elevate yourself from street level and enjoy the spectacular views of Athens from one of these rooftop bars. A for Athens started the rooftop revolution in Athens. For some reason, only a few of the classic Athens...

Bolivar Beach Bar – Akti tou Iliou in Alimos

The longest stretch of sandy beach along the Alimos coast is known as Ακτή του Ήλιου/Akti tou Iliou -Costa del Sol. Bolivar Beach Bar is a part of this property and a popular destination for tourists staying in the center of Athens. Why does it have so many different...

Odontotos Rack Railway & Rio Weekend Adventure

Looking for a quick over night trip away from Athens? Diakopto is a coastal town on the Gulf of Corinth that is just a two hour drive away and home to the Odontotos Rack Railway. We set off on Saturday morning with enough time to get to Diakopto and have a snack...

The Greek Kiosk & Mini Market : Your One-Stop Shop for Necessities

There a few different types of places in Greece where you can buy your necessities when it comes to the food and drink arena. I find that Greece is a very convenient place for getting what you want, when you want it. The All Day Cafe/Bar is a perfect example, but we...

Astir Beach in Vouliagmeni : The Premier Beach in Athens

Ask a local resident which is the best beach in the Athens metro area and odds are that they will answer, "Astir Beach in Vouliagmeni". I mention metro area, because many Athenians choose to go well beyond Vouliagmeni when it comes time for them to hit the beach....

Marathopoli and the Beautiful Surrounding Area in Messinia, Greece

Marathopoli in the Messinia region is a quiet little seaside town with top-notch scenery surrounding it. The famous surfing beach of Lagouvardos is on the north side of the town and the world famous Costa Navarino Resort is to the south. A three hour drive from...

Exploring Athens After Dark : Athens Urban Adventures

What are you doing on your first night in Athens? How about an Athenian Nightlife tour hosted by a local guide? I think it's the perfect thing to do to get acquainted with a city that many find intimidating at first. The Twilight Tour, set up by Athens Urban...

Nightlife in Central Athens : The Best of Street, Courtyard and Rooftop Drinking Establishments

The Athens bar scene has exploded in the past few years. I would guess quadrupled in number. No joke! Every corner you turn, there is a new little speak-easy slinging drinks. I chose the word 'speak-easy' because many of them have a retro vibe, which I suppose is...

Discover the 5 Best Courtyard Bars in Athens

Courtyard bars in Athens can be found where you least expect them! While in Athens you can grab a drink in a renovated stable or check out the local art scene in a prison turned cafe/bar. Athens' weather permits people to enjoy the fresh air year round. Places with...

7 Days on the Greek Island of Santorini in the Spring

Brad shares his action packed experience of 7 days in Santorini with his beautiful partner in crime, his wife Amanda. Most of you probably already know Brad from Larson Educational Services. If you don't, you can trust me when I say, "he's kind of a big deal!" Brad...

The Breakdown of Glyfada’s Public Beach Areas

Glyfada is home to the largest stretch of public beach in all of Athens. It is easily accessible by the tram and a short walk from all of central Glyfada's action. How to get to Glyfada Beach Starting from the tram stop Κέντρο Ιστιοπλοΐας / Kentro Istioploias, the...

Balux Seaside – Swimming Pool, Beach, Cafe, Restaurant and Bar. The Ultimate All-in-One

Balux Seaside has the best of all worlds- swimming pool, clean beach, cafe, restaurant and a full bar. What else could anyone ask for?! Oh, also a great central location in Glyfada which is easily accessible by public transportation. Getting to Balux Asteras...

My Big Fat Greek Wedding on Hydra

Having our wedding on the island of Hydra was one of the best decisions my husband and I have ever made. Back in 2013 my husband and I were trying to figure out where we wanted to have our September wedding. We considered Messinia, the Athens area and thought a bit...

Sailing VIP to 3 Greek Islands in 1 day with Evermore Cruises

Evermore Cruises offers a one day cruise from Athens that makes stops at three different Greek islands. This is a MUST for people who are only in Athens for a short time. Think about it... You go on a long weekend break with your friends to Athens. When you return...

Experience cosmopolitan Hydra without breaking the bank

Hydra definitely has the reputation of a jet set island and anyone who is sailing the Aegean on their private yacht near Athens will surely stop there. That doesn't mean you need to spend a fortune though to enjoy this intoxicating, quaint island. Yes, I did just...

Greek winery tours and tasting in Nemea with Greece2Taste

We spent a fabulous Sunday visiting 2 vineyards (complete with tastings at both) in the famous wine producing region of Nemea with Greece2Taste in the driver's seat. Greece2Taste is a local group that offers Greek food and wine experiences for visitors and locals who...

Athens Coast social media is here to help you

Athens Coast's number one objective is to inform the world about this wonderful area and we are using various social media platforms to do so. Are you following? Social Media. So many discussions these days regarding those two little words. 'Member life before...

Greek Wine Tasting Experience with Greece2Taste

It was about time! Thanks to Greece2Taste, I was finally able to learn a bit about the grape juice I've been consuming for years. The scene was set... A beautiful, warm, early May evening in Athens. A small group of people gathered on a veranda in a lush, green...

Mother & Daughter Trip to Athens

Alicia from Mexico contacted me with some questions about her upcoming trip to Greece with her mom. My mom is my favorite travel companion (don't tell my husband!) so I wanted to give her really thorough advice so that they could totally enjoy their time together and...

Add some ‘Splash Splash’ to your day at Polis Hammam in Athens

Polis Hammam is a brand new, authentic Turkish Hammam in Athens which takes you out of the city and into a world all of its own. Old school hospitality packaged up in a contemporary environment. Having a well established spa in Thessaloniki, Polis Hammam recently...

Drive to Sounio

The one-hour drive from Glyfada to Sounio is an attraction all on it’s own. Sounio (or more properly Sounion) is home to the very popular ancient archaeological site of the Temple of Poseidon. Because it is located 60km from the center of Athens, many people will...

Coast Story : Jelena

Jelena (aka Serbian Girl in Greece) recently visited Athens and gives us a run-down of her experience- including some time on the Coast! Why did you choose to stay along the coast (versus other areas in Athens)? I wanted to explore Athens, deeper than it is written...

Occasions Function Hall in Elliniko is the perfect spot for your next party or event

Are you looking for a venue to host an event in the Southern area of Athens? Occasions Function Hall in Elliniko is centrally located and highly adaptable for any of your party needs. Occasions is run by Deborah who left her native Scotland in 1983 and moved to the...

Coast Story : Mark

Mark is originally from Baltimore, Maryland and now is happy to spend as much time as possible on the Athens Coast. He shares some of his favorite spots with us and his incredible drone images taken of the Coast. What brought you to Greece? I married a Greek and have...

Exploring the Entire Island of Naxos : A Photo Journal

After hearing Jessica talk about Naxos, my boyfriend and I decided that we had to visit it, so we booked our flights from Moscow to Greece in the fall of 2016. Sightseeing We fully explored the whole island and really made the most of our time there. Naxos Chora...

Glyfada – The Capital of the Athens Coast

Glyfada is a city with a lot to offer residents as well as visitors. Upscale shopping and dining, with everyday life mixed in with a splash of beach. It is the last urban(ish) city before you hit the La La Land of Voula and beyond. Glyfada is a city of action....

A kiddie oasis just off Metaxas Ave in Glyfada : Oliver Family House

Are you looking for a place for your kids to burn off some energy while you can regain yours? Find the Plaza Mall at Metaxas 37, turn into the main corridor off the street and look for Oliver! What is Oliver Family House? Besides an aesthetically pleasing courtyard /...

Athens Coast Beach Clean Up Locations – May 13

Athens Coast has joined the 'Let's Clean Up Europe' initiative and will host a few beach clean ups at various Athens beaches on May 13th, 2017 in the morning. *Don't see your local beach listed? Become a 'leader' and we will help you set it up. The more beaches we...

Girls’ Trip to Greece : What can we do in 7 days?

Ashley from the USA has an impressive jump on her planning for her upcoming Greece trip this summer. The planning Gods would approve. She reached out to me for some extra suggestions and I was more than happy to give them. Hi Jessica, One of my best friends lives in...

5 Tips for Running Along the Athens Coast

If you enjoy running, you have come to the right place. You basically could run from Palaio Faliro to Vouliagmeni, go past all of the Athens Beaches and get the ultimate Athens Coast experience. On the below map, you will find a few running routes that I personally...

Checklist : Planning a Trip to a Greek Island

Want to escape the mainland for a bit? Greece is the place to be for island adventures. We have put together a helpful checklist to plan your perfect island getaway. [] Select the Island that is right for you Location : What area of Greece are you going to be in?...

PlayCanDo : Encouraging Free Play in Athens Communities

We've been seeing photos of these blue blocks floating around on social media and thought they looked pretty cool, so we decided to sit down and chat with Renee Belousis, the managing director of PlayCanDo. Tell us a bit about yourself and your background I was born...

The Greek Island of Naxos

I'm a huge fan of Naxos due to the fact that the main village of Chora ticks off all three boxes on my very short list of preferable amenities for a Greek Island stay. Convenient Port, traditional village and a nice beach all in one! Naxos is on most of the main...

Athens Coast Joins ‘Let’s Clean Up Europe’

Athens Coast is a participant in the European Union's initiative 'Let's Clean Up Europe'. What is Let's Clean Up Europe? Let’s Clean Up Europe is one program of the LIFE+ project, European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR). The project aims to promote the implementation...

Dafnofillo- Greek Gastronomic Essence in Glyfada

Dafnofillo opened in the spring of 2016 and has a bit more of an upper-class feel than its neighbors on Kondyli St off the main plateia in central Glyfada. Dafnofillo has a large protected outdoor courtyard area (completely covered in the winter) with a very modern...

What Coffee are all of the Greeks Drinking?

Coffee is a part of everyday life in Greece. Greeks love their coffee! BUT they don't just drink any old filter coffee from a drip machine. They make coffee a super cool accessory. Here is a game you can play when you arrive in the Athens Airport. See how long it...

5 Must-Have Athens Apps to Make Your Life Easier

Apps Apps Apps! And I don't mean the category of food that happens to be my favorite. I hope that you will find these Apps appetizing and that they will make your life in Athens easier. Mobile phone applications are here to stay and a big part of many people's daily...

Coast Story : Anna-Lena

Anna-Lena started her Greek odyssey living in Mykonos during the summer months doing Online Marketing & Social Media. She loved the Greek lifestyle so much that she eventually found a place perfect for her along the Coast and made Vouliagmeni her residence. What...

Coast Story : Martin

Martin is Swedish, but now lives in Milan, Italy. He has been travelling to Greece since he was a child. He loves the Greek culture, nature, food, music and the fun-loving smart people. “Greece is in so many ways more interesting than Italy.” Why did you decide to...

Top 10 Athens Beaches

Throughout time, the Aegean Sea has played a major role in the lives of the inhabitants living near the shores. From the ancient port of Piraeus to the modern day cosmopolitan beach sprawl, there is no doubt about the importance of the sea to the Athenians. The...

Athens Itinerary : 6 days Glyfada-Saronic Islands-Athens-Santorini

I have a bit of an obsession passion when it comes to planning. Over the years I have helped countless friends, family members, international colleagues, friends of friends and random strangers on planes plan the perfect itinerary for their time on the Athens Coast....

Coast Story : Natascha

Natascha is a Belgium native who has lived in central Athens for a few years. She recently made the Athens Coast her permanent residence so that she can enjoy it every day. Why did you choose to live on the Athens Coast? You know that 'coming home' feeling? That's...

Coast Story : Amanda

Amanda swapped her native sunshine state of Queensland for (almost) year round sunshine in Greece. This Aussie is our favorite local writer, so be sure to click on the links throughout this piece to get even more tips about the Athens Coast! What brought you to...

Athens Coast Walking and Running Routes

With sunshine close to year-round, there is no excuse not to get out and hit the pavement when in Athens, Greece. Lace up those trainers and head to the coast! We've mapped out 6 different routes for you to take along the Athens Coast whether you feel like going for...

Aerial Yoga with Tiffany

Tiffany is an Athens Coast native who offers Aerial Yoga classes in Greek and English. What's Aerial Yoga, you may ask? Tiffany drops some knowledge on us... Tiffany, can you tell us about yourself? I’m bicultural, born to an English mother and a Greek father....

Languages Heard Along the Athens Coast

It's not all Greek to me! The Greek language is the language used everywhere in Athens and along the coast. We are not Mallorca. While Greek is the native language everywhere in Greece, there are certain areas where English is widely spoken. Where you find...

Cinemas on the Athens Coast

Cinemas in Greece play movies in their original language and have Greek subtitles (besides children's films). So if you are just visiting or living here and don't speak Greek, cinemas are fair game for your activities list. As a non-Greek speaker, you can still...

Non-Smoking Restaurants on the Athens Coast

Finding non-smoking dining in Athens can be tricky. Luckily for about half of the year, you can find outdoor dining (even more if you dress warm). We've put together a list of restaurants with non-smoking dining options, with the help of NoSmoke.gr. Some of these...

Coast Story: Ruth

Ruth is an American who travels to Athens whenever she can. She has visited the Athens Coast during every season, mainly preferring fall and spring. Why did you choose to stay along the coast? I've always been drawn to the water. I currently live in New Mexico and...

Watching an Olympiacos Basketball Game at SEF

My friends I decided to get out and do something ‘cultural’. How about going to a basketball game? Basketball really gained popularity in the late 80’s when Greece hosted the FIBA European Championship in 1987 and the Greek team won the whole thing. Other...

Using the Athens Metro to get to the Beach

The Athens Metro is a quick and efficient way to get CLOSE to the Athens Coast. In Athens, there are no metro stations with 'beach access'. Two of lines will get you close and then you can maneuver from there. Decide which beach you want to go to before setting out...

Hanging Out at Balux Cafe : The House Project

Balux Cafe : The House Project is a Glyfada staple. It is centrally located along the Athens Coast, which makes it a great meeting spot from all directions- 10km from Paliao Faliro and 9km from Varkiza. I recall the first time I heard about The House Project. I was...

Steki Kalamaki in Voula

Steki Kalamaki has been a Voula favorite since it first opened its doors in 2011. Their location, just off the main Voula Plateia, makes it a great place to meet friends and enjoy some good food in a friendly atmosphere. What's a Steki? Here is your Greek language...

Brewklyn Beer Bar in Glyfada

Brewklyn opened in June of 2016 and it was EXACTLY what Glyfada needed. Not that we necessarily needed more beer or more pizza, but the chilled-out combo of the two is what we were missing. Brewklyn has the feel of a neighborhood hang-out. It's very easy to visit...

Athens Holiday Shopping Hours 2016

Shop hours in Greece are extended during the holiday season to help people find time to get in all of their Christmas and New Year holiday shopping. Christmas shopping hours in Athens start on December 15 this year and normal hours will resume on January 3, 2017 after...

Flisvos Marina Christmas Festivities 2016

Like every year around this month the Flisvos Marina organizes Christmas festivities for the little ones and old alike. This year the program begins on Sunday, December 11 and will last until Saturday, January 7th. The events are going to be called "Flisvos Express" -...

Join the 2016 Christmas Festivities in Vari, Voula and Vouliagmeni

The municipality of Vari, Voula, and Vouliagmeni have organised Christmas festivities this December to add a bit of festive joy to the Athens Coast. The events will include concerts, children's plays, choral evenings, construction workshops, interactive games,...

Brunching on the Athens Coast : Sunday Funday

Brunch has hit the Athens Coast in full force! For years brunch wasn't really a thing here in Athens. If you wanted to go out for breakfast, you went to a local bakery or grabbed a cheese pie /τυρóπιτα from Everest. "Sunday Funday" has been a part of my vocabulary...

Coast Story : Kevin

Kevin is an American with Colombian heritage who happens to love everything about the Greek culture. He has been to Greece twice and made friendships that will last a lifetime. He works in public relations in New York. Why did you choose to stay along the coast? I...

Coast Story : Sophia

Tell us about yourself I'm an international mix or third culture generation as they like to call us now. Dad is Greek and Mom is British (yes, summer romances do sometimes last as testament to my parents - they met on a Greek island when they were 18!) However, they...

Coast Story : Xavier

Xavier is a French-American living and working in the southern suburbs of Athens. Why do you choose to live along the coast? I've always been a coastal person, need to see the sea every day and open air. Which is your favorite beach and why? Yabanaki, good bars, good...

What to Drink in Greece

If a cocktail is what you are going for, why not try one with local ingredients while enjoying the coastal nightlife? Lots of places along the Athens Coast pride themselves in their cocktails and bartenders are now advertised like DJs. Ark in Glyfada (pictured...

Coast Story : Julia

Julia is originally from Hungary and was transferred to Greece for work and is loving her active life on the Athens Coast. Luckily her office is close to the coast, so she can live close to work and ‘play’. Which is your favorite beach and why? Anavyssos. It is bit...

Coast Story : Tarek

Tarek has lived in Athens for most of his life. He lives in the northern suburban area of Athens, but spends a lot of free time on the coast, because it is the place to be! Which is your favorite beach and why? I love the Sounion area during the week, it's...

Wine Bars on the Athens Coast that Deserve your Attention

Wine bars in Athens are becoming more and more popular. Wine is such a basic part of Greek life that I suppose they never thought to showcase it in the past. You can find wine EVERYWHERE in Greece- street kiosks, gyro shops, you name it, there is vino! Greek wine is...

Coast Story : Nassmah

Nassmah (pictured at Astir Palace) is a Middle Easterner who lived and worked in Athens for two years and returns to Greece for holidays every summer. Why did you choose to stay along the coast (versus other areas in Athens)? Because I love being by the sea! Fresh...

Coast Story : Pip

Pip (pictured at Edem beach) is a half-Greek, English Londoner who has been traveling to Greece several times a year for around 20 years! She loves Greece so much, she even has her own blog, Pip the Greek. Give a short description of your usual travel itinerary...

Vein Wine Bar & Bistro

Vein Wine Bar & Bistro in Glyfada is an upscale wine bar offering tapas as well as a few featured entrées. Walking into Vein you immediately realize that they mean business. The ultra-modern, meets industrial styled wine bar has a dramatic interior that is a...

Weather on the Athens Coast

It is no secret that Athens has pretty amazing weather. But what you may not know is that along the coast, we have even nicer weather! In this post, we have broken down the four seasons and how each affects the beach life and general lifestyle on the Athens Coast....

Craving a Gyro in Glyfada? Here are our top picks

Gyros are the food that most people associate with Greece. Rightfully so! It is the national 'fast food'. Tasty, cheap and easy to eat on the go, what's not to love about these things!? Make sure and check out our Gyro 101 to brush up on your 'Greek meat on-the-go'...

Taking the Tram from the Center of Athens to the Beach

The easiest way to get to the Athens beaches, without dealing with traffic, is the tram. After 30 minutes of weaving through the concrete jungle of Athens, you will pop out onto Poseidonos Ave. You’ve arrived on the coast! Tram Tickets You can purchase your ticket...

Taxis on the Athens Coast- The Inside Scoop

Taxis are generally the quickest option to get to the Athens beaches, but there is the risk of getting stuck in traffic. Taxi advice while on the Athens Coast Getting the taxi If you have your smartphone smarting-it-up while in Athens, definitely download the app...

SIN Burger Bar in Palaio Faliro: Official Review

If you’re a burger enthusiast, then the hunt for the “best burger” never ends. Even when you think you might have stumbled upon the best burger of all time, a part of you knows well that somewhere, some place, there is a burger that’s even better. My hunt for the best...

O Πρόεδρος Κεμπαπτζίδικο / Proedros Kebaptzidiko

The name of this southern favorite means ‘The President’. I’d say this place lives up to its name. This is our ‘go-to spot’ when we are with people visiting from abroad. I’ve been to this place with people from 24 different countries (I actually just made a list...

Gyro and Souvlaki 101- Learn the Basics

Gyros are something that everyone HAS to try when visiting Greece. We’re going to break it down for you so you know exactly what to order when you hit up the local gyro place. The literal translation of gyro is ‘round’, so if you picture that large circular hunk of...

Greek Taverna Food According to Pip