Tag: travel
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Welcoming August in Thessaloniki: The Hidden Green Oasis of Prosexws
Hello August! If you have been following this blog for a while, you know that August in Thessaloniki holds a very special place in my heart, after all, it is the month Love Thessaloniki was born back in 2013! As the city empties out and most locals head off to the beaches, Thessaloniki transforms into…
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Summer Nights at Moni Lazariston Festival: Mid-Summer Highlights & International Acts
Summer in Thessaloniki, for all us locals, is linked with open-air concerts, and if there is one venue that captures the ultimate summer vibe, it is Moni Lazariston. Located in the western part of the city, this historic 19th-century monastic complex transforms every year into one of the most vibrant cultural hubs in Northern Greece.…
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9th Thessaloniki Biennale of Contemporary Art | “everything must change. Radical Intelligence. Saloniki 9”
If you are exploring Thessaloniki right now, you have the unique opportunity to witness one of the city’s most significant cultural milestones. Running from May 23 to July 5, 2026, the 9th Thessaloniki Biennale of Contemporary Art takes over the city with a bold, provocative concept that challenges our understanding of reality, technology, and society.…
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Herbs & Stories: A Multisensory Journey into the Soul of Thessaloniki
If you read my older post about Eatandwalk with Smaragda, you already know how much I love authentic, slow-paced city explorations. Well, I have some incredibly fresh and exciting news! Smaragda’s amazing partner, Eleni, has just launched a brand-new, immersive walking experience that is bound to completely change the way you feel and taste Thessaloniki.…
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L’Albero: A Cozy Culinary Sanctuary in Thessaloniki’s Winter
There is a specific kind of magic in Thessaloniki during December. The crisp winter air, the festive lights, and that undeniable urge to find a warm, welcoming corner where time slows down and food feels like a hug. This December, my steps led me back to L’Albero, and it reminded me exactly why it remains…
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The Unseen, Personal Photos of Frida Kahlo at the Port
After dancing through the 3D world of Frida, my November art crawl continues—but this time, we are shifting to a beautifully slow, deeply moving, and raw experience. For the first time in Greece, the legendary exhibition “Frida Kahlo – Her Photos” has docked at the MOMus-Thessaloniki Museum of Photography, located in the gorgeous Warehouse A…
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2nd Thessaloniki Rice Festival
It is September and one of the city’s favorite new autumn traditions is officially back! Following the success of its debut last year, the EU Rice Festival is back for the second year, and the energy is absolutely incredible. This year, the festival is taking things to the next level. The location changes to Alexander…
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Kim Pushed The Button: An Authentic Korean Culinary Journey on Tsimiski Street
February in Thessaloniki calls for food that warms the soul, and nothing does that better than the rich, comforting flavors of Korean cuisine. If you are strolling down Tsimiski Street and looking to escape the winter chill, Kim Pushed The Button offers an exciting, authentic culinary escape right in the beating heart of the city.…
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Habemus Metro: A 40-Year Wait for a Journey Through Time
If you ask any local about the Thessaloniki Metro, you’ll likely get a knowing smile, a sigh, or a long story. For us, this subway system became the city’s ultimate urban legend. The very first plans and the infamous “first hole” of the metro date all the way back to the late 1980s. For nearly…
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Pelosof: Autumn Welcomes Us Inside One of Thessaloniki’s Most Historic Atriums
There is a distinct shift in the air when autumn arrives in Thessaloniki. As the breezy seaside nights fade, the city’s energy moves back indoors. We naturally start searching for those warm, covered spaces that feel like a sanctuary from the cooler weather. This autumn, my steps led me back to a place that holds…
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