“Greek austerity my arse.” It was a casual comment on Facebook, made by someone who hadn’t visited Greece for a while and was thrilled to be back.
Discount bid to lure Athenian diners back
May 17, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Athens wants to lure diners back to the centre of the Greek capital with set-price budget meals that cost no more than 10 euros.
Athens’ Galazia Hytra wins coveted Michelin star
March 15, 2012 By 4 Comments
Galazia Hytra, the summer version of a much awarded Athens restaurant near the Acropolis, has just won its first Michelin star. Next time you’re in the Greek capital, it’s a must visit. The degustation menu is only 65 euros per person.
Winter jaunt to the Greek island of Aegina
December 27, 2011 By 6 Comments
In the winter months many Greek islands go into hibernation, but the lovely Saronic Gulf island of Aegina never closes down. It’s so close to Athens but feels like a world away.
Updates on travel to Greece affected by unrest
October 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
The situation in Greece is volatile, with transport strikes and protests in the centre of Athens affecting travellers. A general strike is planned for October 19 and 20.
Protest banners, handbags and tourists in Athens
July 10, 2011 By Leave a Comment
Still a lot of queries to Taste for Travel on safety in Greece and how this affects tourism. My youngest daughter is there on holiday and says she feels quite safe.
Latest update on tourism affected by Athens unrest
June 29, 2011 By 1 Comment
Greece’s parliament passed the austerity measures as thousands protested in Athens. Taste for Travel reports on the latest news from the Greek capital, and how this affects tourists.
Despite Greek drama, tourists on their way
June 16, 2011 By 7 Comments
Greece might be in the headlines for all the wrong reasons but tourism is looking up. The Arab Spring deters travellers from the Middle East and looking instead for summer on the other side of the Med.
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