Athens, Greece
April 2026 It’s exactly 37 years since the very first time I set foot in Athens. Since then, I’ve visited Athens many times, but always for a very short time, a day or two at most, either on my way to or from Kos, where I lived for a few years, or while working on cruise ships. Athens was always somewhere I passed through, rather than somewhere I stayed. Over the years, there were so many brief encounters, a quick visit here and there, but never enough time to slow down and truly discover the city. Until now! This year, we chose Athens for our city break. Sometimes, you have to come back to a place at the right time. As we reached Athens International Airport, we made our way to the Metro. It may seem a little tricky at first, but it’s actually quite easy to find. Here are a few simple steps: ✈️ Exit the arrivals hall and follow the signs for Trains/Metro . đ¶ Cross the pedestrian bridge outside the terminal. ⬇️ On the other side, take the escalator down to the Metr...
