Today I decided to visit Kifissia. I hoped it would be a quieter part of Athens that would not be packed with tourists. I got my wish. Compared to the bustling, tourist-trap streets of the Plaka and the other areas below the Acropolis, Kifissia was like a breath of...
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Why Are There so Many Tiny Churches in Greece?
There are a lot of churches in Greece and some of them are tiny. I had no idea such small churches existed until went walking in Piraeus earlier today. Piraeus is home to the ferry terminal. If you want to take a trip to any of the Greek Islands,...
Naples to Athens with Easy Jet: Unusual Baggage Restrictions
This afternoon I flew from Naples to Athens with Easy Jet. It’s the first time I’ve flown with Easy Jet and the baggage restrictions were a little weird. Depending on which company I use, I’m normally allowed to have 3-7 kg in cabin baggage. The checked baggage has always...