Greece is opening its borders on the back of the pandemic, encouraging visitors to explore all that it has to offer. Before the nation was in quarantine, we interviewed John Kyritsis, the Owner of the pristine boutique A77 Suites by Andronis in Athens. John has quite a background, having worked for prestigious hotels such as Imperial Hilton in Rhodes and Great Britain in Athens, before becoming CEO at the Andronis Exclusive luxury hotel chain.
Read MoreWe have a soft spot for Greece and it all started when we stayed in Crete a few years ago. Since then, we have got to meet some fantastic people and have been slowly unlocking the culture ever since. More than often, it is the locals that make the best ambassadors of a given place and Greece is no exception.
Read MoreHopping from one Greek island to the next is the most quintessential way of discovering Greece’s overwhelming charm. The country is blessed with so much sea; more than any other country in the Mediterranean. It has a massive coastline with over 200 inhabited Greek islands, and the total of all islands and isles that make up the entire Greek Archipelago is a mind-blowing 6000.
Read MoreLooking for your next boutique stay in Greece? If you are a big fan of boutique hotels, you will know that there is something inherently exclusive to experiencing such kind of hospitality; essentially, it is all about the personalized atmosphere they create. There is individuality in character that goes hand in hand with impeccable style and sophisticated design, while the typically small size allows you to feel that personal touch which ‘boutiqueness’ aspires to.
Read MoreGreece is a wonderfully diverse destination, effortlessly providing its visitors with a myriad of experiences to appease all 5 senses. Those who know and appreciate their wines will especially benefit from incorporating an element of eno-tourism while exploring Greece.
Read MoreExceptional travel experiences consist of a number of factors. However, there are certain things that can instantly elevate the hospitality bar when it comes to hotels. One is quality gastronomy at your hotel of choice, so you have the option of sampling the local flavours of your chosen destination with a bit of a signature twist. What’s more, when hotel dining venues come with phenomenal views, dining becomes a truly extraordinary experience, to indulge taste and sight simultaneously, resulting in an irrevocable feast for your palate and your eyes.
Read MoreAthens Riviera's lengthy coastline is a jumble of endless pleasures. With a lust for mythical coastlines, it should be of no surprise that we took a few days to explore this side of Athens. The coastline is overwhelming with spectacular beaches, treasures of ancient Greece, a vivid nightlife and astonishing gastronomy.
Read MoreAthens is the city that gave birth to democracy and shaped modern society as we know it (and enjoy it) today. It counts for more than 3,400 years in recorded history and has been a centre of the arts, philosophy, athleticism, knowledge and science forever. The Classical Athens of centuries ago was a powerful city-state and the cradle of Western civilisation where culture prospered and flourished.
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