Sustainable tourism is defined by UN World Tourism Organization as “tourism that takes full account of its current and future economic, social and environmental impacts, addressing the needs of visitors, the industry, the environment and host communities.” It also refers to the…
Belfast is the capital and largest city of Northern Ireland, located on the banks of the River Lagan. In the early 19th century, Belfast was an important port. It played a decisive role in the Industrial Revolution in Ireland, and…
Slovenia is in Central Europe and the only country that connects the Alps, the Mediterranean, the Karst and the Pannonian Plain. It is mostly mountainous and forested (in fact it is the third most-forested country in Europe) and has always…
In a city like Athens, blessed with sunshine throughout much of the year, commercial arcades might seem unnecessary. Yet, Athens has an extensive network of arcades, designed and constructed from the late nineteenth to mid-twentieth century. Inspired by French passages…
Fondue is one of the most popular Swiss trademarks. This dish consists of melted cheese served in a communal pot (caquelon) over a portable stove (réchaud), typically heated by candlelight. Fondue is consumed by dipping bread into the cheese with…
“The soul of Nafplio has lived here for years now, intact and pure” – Theodoros Kostouros (1913-1986) Nafplio is a historic and beautiful city, and capital of the Prefecture of Argolida. From references to Greek Mythology to modern history, Nafplio…
#uniquedestinations In the centre of the Saronic Gulf in Greece, there is a small island surrounded by mysterious and eerie beauty. It is the island of Metopi, also known as ΞΧΞ, located between Aegina and Agistri. The island from above looks like…
#uniquedestinations In the beautiful Paleokarya ravine, crystal-clear waters of the river Paleokaritis run through dense forest and remarkable wild terrain. This river springs from nearby mountains and flows onward into the larger Portaikos river, creating a pristine natural landscape. A…
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is a vibrant place that embodies a 900-year history and was once the epicentre of a powerful empire. Today it is a modern, youthful metropolis that combines an elegant and calm side with another…
When we published the article on Street Art in Athens three months ago, we knew we had left out some equally favourite works. Meanwhile, we discovered some works that had escaped our attention and also others that were created recently.…
