Why Athens, with its food, history, and contemporary apart-hotels, hasn’t lost its charm

Why Athens, with its food, history, and contemporary apart-hotels, hasn’t lost its charm

A 2023 study by Greek employers’ organisation the Hellenic Confederation of Professionals, Craftsmen and Merchants found that Athens’ historic city centre – several neighbourhoods collectively referred to as Plaka – is now a “theme park” for tourists. Flowers in bloom in Athens in spring. Photo: Ian Lloyd Neubauer The tourism ministry has had to limit … Read more