Romantic and culinary

Thessaloníki, Greece

Thessaloniki, (also known as Salonika or Saloniki, ) has given Greece some of its greatest musicians, artists, poets and thinkers. It has some of the finest hotels and best restaurants in northern Greece. Thessaloniki is a very different city from Athens but no less sophisticated and (some might say) culturally superior. The influence of the east is more pronounced, not just in the delicious food, but in the relaxed lifestyle. Thessaloniki...

A review of Thessaloníki

by Lina Kapetaniou

Thessaloniki, the second largest city in Greece, after Athens, is the culinary "Mecca". Due to its proximity to many agricultural areas, in Thessaloniki you will find excellent dining options, traditional and gourmet, made with fine and fresh ingredients. Apart from that, the stroll parallel to the sea, the fog in winter time caused by the high humidity and the picturesque landscapes make Thessaloniki an ideal destination for couples. Don't forget also the wild nightlife. The locals seem to never sleep...