ATHENS

With equal parts grunge and grace, Athens is an awe-inspiring combination of rich culture and contemporary cool. As the place where modern life as we know it was first born, no visit to Greece’s capital is complete without visiting some of the world’s most celebrated history sites. The magnificent Acropolis, visible from almost every part of the city, serves as a daily reminder to Greeks of their heritage. While taking a trip into the past, you’ll also want to make a stop at the historical Temple of Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch ruins. Then, you can make your way to the seaside suburb of Glyfada for an afternoon filled with traditional food and modern shopping, before getting lost in the cobbled streets of Athens oldest neighbourhood, Plaka, and enjoying an evening cap with locals at Baba Au Rum.