Perhaps you've long dreamed of visiting history-rich Greece and finally put together an itinerary that includes one (or more) of its countless islands, as well as visits to the mountainous mainland and stops in its vibrant cities. Now it's time to ensure your arrival goes smoothly. For many tourists, a valid passport is sufficient to enter Greece, but others need to obtain a visa several months in advance. Here's our guide to the requirements for traveling to Greece, how new

(and it’s worth staying right here – at NYX Esperia Palace Athens) Athens is a city where the sun illuminates the marble of the Acropolis just as it did two thousand years ago, and the air still carries the scent of jasmine, coffee and the morning sea. Every time I return here, I feel: Athens is more than just a capital. It's a state of mind. A city where history lives at every step, but life flows easily, beautifully, almost Italian-style, with a Greek accent. ✦ Where to sta

My acquaintance with Greece began with Corfu—an emerald island where the sea reflects the sky and ancient olive trees hold the memory of centuries. It was then that I first realized that Greece is not just a country, but a special state of mind: calm, warm, and endlessly inspiring. Since then, I've returned again and again—to the Cyclades, Athens, Crete, and the Peloponnese—and each time Greece reveals itself in a new way. There's no "wrong" time to travel here—there's only y

Athens like a local. Discover the best things to do in Athens, beyond the Acropolis. All the alternative attractions in Athens, beyond the main ones. Skip the crowds! These hidden gems and secret spots will show you the real Athens, the way only locals know it. Athens is so much more than just ancient ruins like the Acropolis; it's a melting pot of cultures, created by a civilization that has influenced the city and all of Greece for centuries. I love this city! We enjoyed ex

In Athens, I like to slowly wander the streets of Plaka, listen to the sound of fountains in the squares and gaze at the columns whose shadows stretch through the millennia. But there is another way to get to know the city - from above. The Hop-on Hop-off bus is like a smooth journey in the palm of Athens. The route goes through the whole city, and also to the coast and even to Piraeus. And all this - in a light wind, sun and with an audio guide in Russian (and 15 more langu