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“Personal Paparazzi in Athens” AirBnB Experience
We moved to Glyfada for 2 months during our journey living abroad in Europe. After some exploring in the coastal suburb of Glyfada, we wanted to check out the city of Athens and also have some photos taken to help promote my yoga teaching on Growth Gal. While I...
Stone Soup teams up with GrowthMentor to offer marketing help for local businesses
On March 27, 2019 five mentors from the online platform GrowthMentor will be at Stone Soup in central Athens to help local entrepreneurs out by giving them some personalized marketing advice. What is GrowthMentor? GrowthMentor is a curated platform of invite-only...
Athens Area Yoga Retreats for Spring 2019
Need of a bit of photo-synthesis and sparkle after what has been an uncharacteristically wet and windy winter in Athens? Your own Athens Coast yoga guru has a run down on the best Yoga Retreats coming up in the spring months a short hop, skip or downward dog from...
Beaches
Discovering Athens’ Stunning Beachfronts
The Breakdown of Glyfada’s Public Beach Areas
Glyfada is home to the largest stretch of public beach in all of Athens. It is easily accessible by the tram and a short walk from all of central Glyfada's action. How to get to Glyfada Beach Starting from the tram stop Κέντρο Ιστιοπλοΐας / Kentro Istioploias, the...
Balux Seaside – Swimming Pool, Beach, Cafe, Restaurant and Bar. The Ultimate All-in-One
Balux Seaside has the best of all worlds- swimming pool, clean beach, cafe, restaurant and a full bar. What else could anyone ask for?! Oh, also a great central location in Glyfada which is easily accessible by public transportation. Getting to Balux Asteras...
Top 10 Athens Beaches
Throughout time, the Aegean Sea has played a major role in the lives of the inhabitants living near the shores. From the ancient port of Piraeus to the modern day cosmopolitan beach sprawl, there is no doubt about the importance of the sea to the Athenians. The...
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Athens Area Yoga Retreats for Spring 2019
Need of a bit of photo-synthesis and sparkle after what has been an uncharacteristically wet and windy winter in Athens? Your own Athens Coast yoga guru has a run down on the best Yoga Retreats coming up in the spring months a short hop, skip or downward dog from...
‘Food Around Athens’ Food Tour
This tour was so much more than just a food tour. They should rename it, "Food, History, Culture and Good Banter Around Athens". I suppose that is a bit long though. We met up with Rachel in Monastiraki square on a GORGEOUS September (the best month in Greece)...
Anchor Seaside Cafe in Saronida
Anchor Seaside Cafe in Saronida is personally one of my favorite spots in the summer because it has a swimming pool AND the beach option just across the road. If you are looking to get out of Athens and want to go a bit farther out than the suburbs of Vouliagmeni and...
Foods
Athens’ Hidden Food Gems
Moouu Quality Meats : More Than Just a Steakhouse
Moouu is a steakhouse offering a wide variety of choice beef cuts. This type of steakhouse is a rare find in Athens and the only one of its kind in Glyfada. Moouu started out as half of the size as what it is today. When they expanded and added a full bar, I wanted...
Dafnofillo- Greek Gastronomic Essence in Glyfada
Dafnofillo opened in the spring of 2016 and has a bit more of an upper-class feel than its neighbors on Kondyli St off the main plateia in central Glyfada. Dafnofillo has a large protected outdoor courtyard area (completely covered in the winter) with a very modern...
Steki Kalamaki in Voula
Steki Kalamaki has been a Voula favorite since it first opened its doors in 2011. Their location, just off the main Voula Plateia, makes it a great place to meet friends and enjoy some good food in a friendly atmosphere. What's a Steki? Here is your Greek language...
Bars and Nightlife
Where the City Comes Alive
Nightlife in Central Athens : The Best of Street, Courtyard and Rooftop Drinking Establishments
The Athens bar scene has exploded in the past few years. I would guess quadrupled in number. No joke! Every corner you turn, there is a new little speak-easy slinging drinks. I chose the word 'speak-easy' because many of them have a retro vibe, which I suppose is...
Discover the 5 Best Courtyard Bars in Athens
Courtyard bars in Athens can be found where you least expect them! While in Athens you can grab a drink in a renovated stable or check out the local art scene in a prison turned cafe/bar. Athens' weather permits people to enjoy the fresh air year round. Places with...
Brewklyn Beer Bar in Glyfada
Brewklyn opened in June of 2016 and it was EXACTLY what Glyfada needed. Not that we necessarily needed more beer or more pizza, but the chilled-out combo of the two is what we were missing. Brewklyn has the feel of a neighborhood hang-out. It's very easy to visit...
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Nightlife in Central Athens : The Best of Street, Courtyard and Rooftop Drinking Establishments
The Athens bar scene has exploded in the past few years. I would guess quadrupled in number. No joke! Every corner you turn, there is a new little speak-easy slinging drinks. I chose the word 'speak-easy' because many of them have a retro vibe, which I suppose is...
Discover the 5 Best Courtyard Bars in Athens
Courtyard bars in Athens can be found where you least expect them! While in Athens you can grab a drink in a renovated stable or check out the local art scene in a prison turned cafe/bar. Athens' weather permits people to enjoy the fresh air year round. Places with...
Brewklyn Beer Bar in Glyfada
Brewklyn opened in June of 2016 and it was EXACTLY what Glyfada needed. Not that we necessarily needed more beer or more pizza, but the chilled-out combo of the two is what we were missing. Brewklyn has the feel of a neighborhood hang-out. It's very easy to visit...
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