Glyfada, the restless coastal capital
If there’s one thing you can count on about Glyfada – that shiny happy hub of the Athenian Riviera – it’s that nothing ever stands still for long...
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If Athens were a dating app, which way would you s...
The Greek capital attracts a wide variety of suitors, all finding it i...
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Athens Riviera revival: Astir leads the way
The Astir redevelopment promises to significantly elevate the local co...
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Where to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day in Greece?
What was once a day marked mainly in Ireland has become a multi-day global festival! Greece is no exception, and there are a number of great events coming up all over the country to get you in the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th. A list of events supported by the Irish Embassy taking place in pubs, restaurants, cinemas and theat...
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Ice Skating at the SNFCC
WHAT: The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Cultural Centre welcomes the public to come join in the winter spirit at their ice rink in the Market Square. Skaters are welcomed to come enjoy the ice for 40 minutes at a time surrounded by beautifully lit up trees. Entrance to the Ice Skating Rink is free with a mandatory electronic pre-registration that can...
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Saturday Brights
WHAT: For those looking for a nightlife experience that is different from your average bar, be sure to check out Saturday Brights Imrpov Comedy Show, performed entirely in English. The shows are put on every second Saturday of the month and entry is donation based. Bring a date, a group of friends, or come alone to share in the spontaneous world of...
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The Seduction List
Caroline Bohra and Destiny Torres recommend the best way to spend Valentine’s Day in Athens. Whether you are looking for a romantic evening with your significant other, planning on spending the night with some close friends, or want nothing to do with the holiday – we have the answer! For those of you looking to celebrate the ho...
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Its Never Game Over
A shrine for avid gamers and competitive types with a taste for the old, the Athens Pinball Museum hopes to bring back the nostalgia and recharge the Athenian public's love of this pastime. Panos Bitharkas speaks to Sudha Nair-Iliades on why he believes pinballs are here to stay. It all started when Chrysanthe offered her husb...
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Some Paws for Thought
Stuck for a Christmas present idea? Adopt a stray and take home a new family member. Guaranteed licks and cuddles for a lifetime! We’re getting all warm and fuzzy again for the holidays. Meow is the best time of year to think about giving a loving home to animals who linger at shelters or on the streets waiting for families to take them in. As som...
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What to do in Athens this December
Shakespeare, Cinderella, Broadway – the world’s greatest stories and songs are flooding Athens this December along with a myriad of exhibitions and collections that will make this holiday season fly by. National Theatre Live: Antonios and Cleopatra WHAT: The National Theatre Live program successfully brings Athens yet another m...
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