City of Thessaloniki – 10 Reasons to travel in Winter
By Doucas Tours & Travel Thessaloniki is the metropolis of Northern Greece, a vibrant hipster city with a 2,300-year-old past. With a population of about 1,1 million in the city and the wider area, Thessaloniki is an ideal destination for a winter city-break. Here are 10 reasons why: “Thessaloniki is one of my favourite […]
Eight Top Things To Do in Five Days Around Kavala, Greece
Article in FWT magazine by Tom Talleur Greece offers a veritable smorgasbord of historic, cultural, and gastronomic delights sure to satisfy the most demanding of visitors with diverse interests. Yet, the challenge to figure out where to go and what to do can be overwhelming even for the most experienced traveler. One approach to resolve […]
This untapped region in Greece is perfect for easy walking holidays
Article in THE TIMES by Mike Unwin Come to Central Macedonia and you can climb Mount Olympus, Greece’s highest peak, and uncover Byzantine treasures and stunning waterfalls — without breaking a sweat.. LInk: The Times Easy Walking Holidays
Naturally Thessaloniki is a foodie city
Article in Hellenic News of America by Mrc d’ Entremont Thessaloniki: breads, dried fruits, pomegranate syrup, cumin, sesame seeds, artichokes, wine, a cornucopia of smoked and cured meats and fish along with enough food vendors to create a head spinning grazing experience for any hungry visitor…and that’s just what everyone was saying 2,000 years ago… […]
The Greek city you need to discover
Article in POCKETMAGS by Susan Law Thessaloniki, Greece’s second city, is emerging as a cultural and gastronomic hotspot. Susan Low digs deep into the backstory for a taste of the city’s past and present, and discovers a place to put right at the top of your must-visit list.. Link: Pocketmags Delicious Magazine Thessaloniki
At home with Alexander: Edessa and Pella
Article in Hellenic News of America by Marc d’ Entremont What forces make a legendary region a tourist attraction? Conflict and nature are two factors. Pella was Alexander the Great’s new showpiece capital and over 1,500 years later nearby Edessa profits greatly from an earthquake… Link: Hellenic News of America At Home with Alexander
Introducing Thessaloniki, Greece’s best kept secret
Article in STARK INSIDER by Janice Nieder Move over Athens–there’s a new, 315 BC-year-old kid on the block! It’s Thessaloniki, the capital of Greek Macedonia and the second-largest city in Greece. It’s always been popular with European travelers who are drawn to its gorgeous beaches, lively college-town energy, and cosmopolitan character. Although the majority of […]
Scenic Walking Tour of Thessaloniki, Greece
14 Sites to Include on A Walking Tour of Thessaloniki Article in FTW Magazine by Joy Steinberg From start to finish, plan for approximately five hours to tour the city, including lunch and a leisurely coffee in the tradition of the Greeks. And be sure to take in the following 14 sites to get a […]
Postcard from . . . Thessaloniki
Article in FINANCIAL TIMES by Peter Hughes The city’s tourist ‘industry’ is thankfully dormant in winter, leaving you to live more like a Greek than as a guest… Link: Financial Times
