A getaway to Greece is always a good idea. Since prices are low after the crisis, then why not to visit it.
Top tourist destinations in the central of Athens are:
a) Kolonaki – you can find all sort of shops you want; where you can definitely do your shopping therapy in Ermou.
b) Sintagma square – where the Constitution of Greece is located there and is named after the first constitution adopted in the modern Greek State which is called “Sintagma”.
c) Monastiraki – lots of touristic shops and cafe restaurants; worth to visit 360 Coctailbar which is a rooftop bar and you will definitely enjoy the view of Athens in 360 degrees.
d) Thanasis and Dia Tauta restaurants – traditional kebab aka gyros and amazing sea food where you can enjoy live Greek music
e) Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon – Parthenon was built in respect to the goddess of wisdom Athena, hence the name comes from the ancient word parthenon – the temple of virgin. Situated in Acropolis which is a hill chosen for purposes of defence in the past.
I hope I have helped with this blog post and please do not hesitate to ask me for further information.
P.S I have to say I feel so proud to call myself Greek, particularly for the ancient Greeks who played contributory role for the next generations and civilizations 🙂
I delayed to write a blog post about Paris since it is so cliché, but then I said why not!
Maybe some people find it useful with my insights and recommendations. Always, love to help.
So I visited France for the second time, particularly Paris.
The first time was in summer 2012 and the second time this winter of 2022. Wow – ten whole years later- that’s a long time in fact.
There is something magical and inspiring about Paris because of the romantic atmosphere that encapsulates. I believe the majority of the people who visited this city agree with me.
I don’t know where to start from and definitely I know that I can’t stop describing the beautiful places that this city offers and the monuments that are worth visiting.
There are so many but I will stick to the basics for someone who wishes to stay for a period of 4-5 days.
Is it the Eiffel Tower, The Notre Dame, the Champs Elysse avenue, the Seine river, the Louvre museum, the little Parisians mystical roads and the hidden local restaurants, bars and coffee shops?
Who doesn’t love au pain de chocolate?
Even my mum loves it who is not font of chocolate. 🍫
There are so many local brasseries that produces warm au pain de chocolates.
I suggest eating them in the morning where the bread is still warm and it can be eaten fresh. Combine it with a cup of hot chocolate and voila- there you go! You are falling in love! 😻
When I visit a city like Paris, I just walk around, wander and enter into buildings or cafes/ restaurants when I feel it like. Normal right? I rarely book in advanced especially in Europe unless the place is promising and spectacular. I leave my instinct to guide me rather planning all day and night before. 🌠
I must admit a little plan is required but if you want to have fun please don’t overdo it with planning🤪.
I list down below some spots which I believe it’s worth visiting. I haven’t been to all yet only to some of them but please let me know how your experience was with the food, restaurants, places and people. 😀
-Places to visit: 🌉
1. Eiffel Tower
2. Seine river
3. Notre Damme
4. Champs Elyse
5. Museum de Louvre
-Hotels to stay: 🏨
1. Plaza Athene
2. Hotel quads Louvois
3. Sofitel Paris Baltimore Tour Eiffel
4. Best Western Plus La Demeure
5. Novotel Paris Centre Gare Montparnasse
-Creperies: 🧇
1. Breizh Café
2. Bretons
3. Krügen
4. Mad’eo
5. Kasha
-Restaurants (local cuisine) 🥘
1. Bustronome Paris
2. La Grange aux canards
3. Pop’s
4. L’Aubergeade
5. Invictus
I have been to the majority of them and not all of them. Send me a message and give me some feedback or any recommendations when you visit Paris.
I know is hard to find the daily motivation to go to the gym. I really respect the people who find that willpower that get up in the morning and head for training every day.
However, even though I tried it for sometime it didn’t work for me, especially with the heavy workloads and schedules. Therefore, I started going to a Pilates studio center accommodating my needs and also helped me.
I would love to introduce you in my blog “Karma Pilates & Fitnessstudio”, founded by the beautiful Kristi Louca.
From my research, in this town I believe the studio center is a leading and one of the most upgraded place for Pilates and Yoga. It provides Pilates and Yoga to affordable prices not only to adults but also to kids. Women after pregnancy also can participate to the classes as there are specific trainings for them and help in stabilising hormonic changes (Jeez 🫣).
From my experience after a couple of months the lower back pain started to reduced as I became more flexible and my glute anatomy was gradually improving. I can’t deny I was also following a diet so that played a contributory role to my well-being and fitness journey.
In addition to Yoga and Pilates classes, the studio provides Zumba classes with expert Zumba instructors on Tuesday afternoons. (Top tip: Zumba is the perfect workout for weight loss- trust me 🤫).
Moreover, there are special packages you can participate in and enjoy a variety of classes such as TRX, abs&legs, tabata etc) by entering into a membership.
Below the link that you can view the fees for joining the studio centre:
