I'm currently traveling in Greece! I arrived Friday evening in Athens, and spent two nights here. Later today I will be embarking on a 10 day Greek Isles cruise with the boutique luxury line Azamara Club Cruises. I have a great traveling companion (my mom), and am looking forward to the Seminar at Sea to learn more about this unique brand of cruise experiences.
Here in Athens, we're staying at the Grecotel Pallas Athena -- which is one of the boutique properties belonging under the Small Luxury Hotels of the World brand collection. This property is a very clean, lovely hotel with excellent staff and service. Our room is well appointed with a fantastic mini bar. Breakfast was outstanding with a great selection of cheese, pastries, the famous Greek yogurt, eggs, meats, etc. And it's just a short walk to the Plaka where you begin your uphill journey to the Acropolis.
As you know Athens has been having a lot of economic trouble, and this can be felt around the city. Shop owners admit to being stressed in these times, but they are very pleasant and helpful nonetheless. Shopping and food are a great value, so you can expect to find great prices. We decided our main objectives in the city are to visit the Acropolis, enjoy the wonderful cuisine, and try to recover from jet lag.
Visiting the Acropolis was truly amazing, and should be on every visitor's hit list. Your entry ticket of 12 Euros gives you access to a total of seven ancient sites and museums. The hike up to the top is hot and dry, so bring plenty of water, and wear a hat and sunscreen! The Parthenon and the other associated ruins set a spectacular stage for enjoying stunning views across the city to the Aegean Sea.
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