Newsletter July 2022

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Athens, it’s fair to say, becomes more Athens when summer hits. More flirty, more fun, more spontaneous … More reluctant to call it a night! Everything we love about our legendary city gets cranked up to eleven as we dive into blazing blue days at the beach that seem to stretch out endlessly, before melting into giddy “anything goes” sorties under the stars. If you haven’t done an Athens summer yet, you haven’t lived! What are you waiting for? 

We’ve said it all along. Athens isn’t a place. It’s a verb. Check out our new video series for inspiration on how to make the most out of your visit to the Greek capital.
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How many European capital cities can say they have a bounty of beautiful beaches on their doorstep: from castaway coves and family pleasers to five-star gems? You’re right … only Athens! Sorry, not sorry. Read on to find your perfect beach date.
Make a splash!

Let you in on a secret. Athenians don’t really make plans. Especially in summer. If we do, we’re likely to turn up two hours late (or run into someone we know enroute who convinces us to change course entirely!). Chances are though, here’s where you’ll find us when the weather gets steamy!
Meet us there

• Track down your favourite summer cinema and enjoy one of the most cherished Athenian institutions under the stars;
•  Chase after some chilled island vibes by dining seaside in Athens (after you've digested our top tips on how to Sunday lunch like a local);
• Channel the winged footwear that ferried Hermes “as swift as any bird” and shop for a pair of eternally cool Greek sandals —or other handcrafted accessories - by one of the city’s skilled leather designers.

Fraternity, a Fantastic Tale | 6-7/07
After a standing ovation in 2019, French-Vietnamese artist Caroline Guiela Nguyen revisits Athens with a haunting sci-fi fairytale.
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Taste of Athens | 7-10/07
Take a taste safari through Athens’ top notch culinary scene in the lovely Zappeion Megaron courtyard. Cocktails, DJ sets, live music, cooking classes and family fun guarantee this four day fiesta will be an appetising affair!
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Laurie Anderson Live at the Acropolis | 10/07
Catch this living totem to all things elusive and unconventional as avant garde artist Laurie Anderson hits Athens for one night. 
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Jeff Koons: Apollo | 21/06-31/10
The "contemporary master of the every day" unveils his latest vision at the cosmopolitan island of Hydra.
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NEON: Dream On | 8/06-27/11
Works by artworld superstars Damien Hirst and Michael Landy join a celebration of boundless imagination at a restored city icon.
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