See what the experts are saying about Fira. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Introduction
A visit to Athens will prove to be a trip back in time. You will experience the excitement of visiting places where great historic events actually happened, 25 centuries ago. You can see the Dionysos Theatre (the world's oldest theatre where... Continue reading »
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History
Athens is rightfully considered to be the cradle of Western civilization. It is the birthplace of democracy and home of the world's greatest philosophers and artists, many of whom set the foundations of modern society. The Greek capital is... Continue reading »
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Where to stay
There are more than 350 hotels in the Greater Athens metropolitan area, ranging from backpackers' hostels to five-star beach resorts and from historic landmark buildings to contemporary high-rises. The most important choice you will have to m... Continue reading »
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Eat drink
The Greeks are renowned for their hedonistic lifestyle and the long nights they like to spend eating, drinking and dancing. Few other places on earth can match the city's lively nightlife scene. Late dinners (taken at around 10p) and nightclu... Continue reading »
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Entertainment
Athens - a bustling metropolis of four million inhabitants offers its visitors a huge selection of entertainment options, as well as world-class sightseeing opportunities few other places on earth can match. Athens boasts some of mankind's gr... Continue reading »
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Tours
The best way to explore a city is on foot. This is especially true of Athens, which has a number of sights located in close proximity to one another. The two recommended walking tours take in most of the city's must-see attractions, but do no... Continue reading »
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Getting there
Getting There By Air The new Athens International Airport (+30 210 353 0000/http://www.aia.gr) (ATH), located 17 miles northwest in Spata, opened in 2001 in anticipation of the 2004 Olympics. The sleek new airport has one massive main h... Continue reading »
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Fun facts
Athens Country: Greece Athens by the Numbers: Population: 3,507,000 Land Area: 39 square miles Average Rainfall: 15 inches Average January Temperature: 49 degrees F Average July Temperature: 82 degrees F Quick Facts:... Continue reading »
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Introduction
Not too long ago, Athens used to be the city Greeks loved to hate. Expensive, polluted, overcrowded, and bursting at the seams with more than 5 million inhabitants -- over 40% of the entire country's population. However, the preparations for... Continue reading »
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Planning a trip
From mid-March through May the weather is almost always pleasant in Athens, although Greeks rightly say that the March wind has "teeth." Between June and August, the temperature usually rises steadily, making August a good month to emulate th... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
ATMs -- Automated teller machines are increasingly common at banks throughout Athens. The National Bank of Greece operates a 24-hour ATM in Syntagma Square. A Warning About ATMs -- It is not a good idea to rely on exclusive use of ATMs in At... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
The Greek National Tourism Organization (EOT or GNTO) is located at 7 Tsochas St., Ambelokipi (tel. 210/870-0000; www.gnto.gr), well out of central Athens. The office is officially open Monday through Friday 8am to 3pm and is closed on weeken... Continue reading »
Fira Travel Experiences
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Greece: Firostefani (Santorini)
I left Paros ready for the final leg of my summer tour - two+ weeks with my friends from Boston in the party islands. This was my t... Continue reading »
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Kamari Beach & Ia, Here We Come
Written on 5/26/06, 11:30 PM on our patio overlooking the town of Fira, weather is about 68º with a chilly breeze. May 26, 2006 Eri... Continue reading »
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Picturesque Santorini
We spent the day checking out Kos Town before catching a 9:45 PM ferry west to the island of Santorini. We arrived at about 1 AM in... Continue reading »
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Tour of the Greek Islands
Autumn in GreeceIf one is traveling around the world and doesn’t want to carry warm clothes for cold climates, when and where does one le... Continue reading »
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18. Santorini
Early start required to get to Piraeus for 7.30am ferry to Santorini. 5 minute lug to Metro simplified somewhat having off-loaded one bag... Continue reading »
