Tropicana Jul-Aug 2018 #119 Hot Stuff
THE VACATION ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS Ancient history is Europe’s tourism trump card, so why is it that the most ancient city in the continent has been so overlooked? Compared to the likes of Paris, Rome and Barcelona, Athens has paled in popularity, until now. Athens is fast becoming the destination of choice for a wave of savvy millennial travellers looking for a sundrenched city break with a difference. If you dare to see beyond Greece’s economically turbulent time, you will be rewarded endlessly. Welcome to Athens: a place where ancient monuments stand beside hipster coffee joints and rooftop bars. Here are ten reasons why Athens is trending as a city break destination right now: THE MONUMENT OF AGRIPPA 1. THE ACROPOLIS The rugged and iconic citadel of The Acropolis dramatically towers above Athens, ensuring part of the city remains perfectly frozen in time. The mind-boggling history of The Acropolis dates back to 447 BC but even if you’re not that into the facts, it’s worth coming up here for the breathtaking 360-degree views of Athens. It will be worth it for the ‘gram. 2. THE COFFEE CULTURE Coffee culture is rife in Athens. Young creatives and business minds flock to the most on-trend establishments in the city such as Tailor Made, Spollati or Six D.o.g.s, where outdoor tables are hot property. If you’re lucky enough to get one, pull up a pew, order yourself a ‘freddo’ coffee and prepare to watch the catwalk of passers-by. TM | JULY/AUGUST 2018 122
VIEW OF ANAFIOTIKA VILLAGE THE VACATION “If you dare to see beyond Greece’s economically turbulent time, you will be rewarded endlessly.” 3. THE ROOFTOP BARS Scattered throughout the city, the rooftop bars of Athens are hard to find. Often hidden away and terribly signposted, each one feels like a secret society for people in-the-know. They’re buzzing morning, noon and night and depending on what time you go you’ll get a different perspective of The Acropolis and the whitewashed city below. Head to Couleur Locale for the ultimate secret scene or go to The Roof Garden at Electra Metropolis to watch an incredibly chic sunset. 4. ANAFIOTIKA Until recent years the sleepy hillside village of Anafiotika went by unnoticed by tourists, but now the secret is out. Located just below The Acropolis hill, this tiny village is more reminiscent of a rural Greek island than a capital city. Get lost amongst the labyrinth of narrow alleyways that connect the whitewashed houses. 5. THE GREEK FOOD One thing that remains timeless about Athens is the food. The quality and produce of Greek food in Athens is just as high as on the islands. Feast on succulent souvlaki, fresh seafood, mouth-watering mezze, baked moussaka and tomatoes. ATHENS CITY FROM METROPOLIS ROOF GARDEN STREET OF ANAFIOTIKA 123 JULY/AUGUST 2018 | TM
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THE VACATION<br />
ODEON OF HERODES ATTICUS<br />
Ancient history is Europe’s tourism trump card, so why is<br />
it that the most ancient city in the continent has been so<br />
overlooked? Compared to the likes of Paris, Rome and<br />
Barcelona, Athens has paled in popularity, until now.<br />
Athens is fast becoming the destination of choice for<br />
a wave of savvy millennial travellers looking for a sundrenched<br />
city break with a difference. If you dare to see<br />
beyond Greece’s economically turbulent time, you will be<br />
rewarded endlessly.<br />
Welcome to Athens: a place where ancient monuments<br />
stand beside hipster coffee joints and rooftop bars. Here are<br />
ten reasons why Athens is trending as a city break destination<br />
right now:<br />
THE MONUMENT<br />
OF AGRIPPA<br />
1. THE ACROPOLIS<br />
The rugged and iconic citadel of The Acropolis dramatically<br />
towers above Athens, ensuring part of the city remains<br />
perfectly frozen in time. The mind-boggling history of The<br />
Acropolis dates back to 447 BC but even if you’re not that<br />
into the facts, it’s worth coming up here for the breathtaking<br />
360-degree views of Athens. It will be worth it for the ‘gram.<br />
2. THE COFFEE CULTURE<br />
Coffee culture is rife in Athens. Young creatives and business<br />
minds flock to the most on-trend establishments in the city<br />
such as Tailor Made, Spollati or Six D.o.g.s, where outdoor<br />
tables are hot property. If you’re lucky enough to get one, pull<br />
up a pew, order yourself a ‘freddo’ coffee and prepare to watch<br />
the catwalk of passers-by.<br />
TM | JULY/AUGUST <strong>2018</strong><br />
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