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...
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)...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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 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...