Nowadays, grocery aisles serve more purposes than just stockpiling. They are cross-sections of cultures in 2026, where technology meets tradition, convenience meets conscience, and daily routines change into global trends. These trends are changing supermarkets worldwide this year, whether you're a foodie searching for the newest flavour, a traveller hoping to learn about local life, [...]
Clean Monday is more than just a public holiday. There is a change in rhythm. The sound subsides. Tables are moved outside. Kites take off. It feels like the sea is closer. It's the type of long weekend that demands simplicity: delicious food, fresh air, and a location that lets you unwind. These four Greek [...]
The hotel will feature 307 rooms, suites, and residences, including a signature penthouse with a private pool. Iconic Athenian landmarks are reimagined through a contemporary lens, with the legendary Galaxy Bar returning as The Galaxy Dispensary, a vibrant gastro bar paired with the upscale Galaxy Supper Club. Meanwhile, the former Byzantino evolves into an all-day brasserie blending [...]
The first trips of the year are not about ticking boxes.They are about resetting the rhythm. Softer light. Empty streets. Conversations with yourself.Travel, the way it used to be. Here are six destinations that feel right for the opening chapter of 2026. 1. Lisbon, Portugal Lisbon moves at its own pace. Trams creak uphill, sunlight [...]
The holiday season has a unique ability to slow down life and add coziness to even the most mundane moments. Christmas is shaped by little, almost silent pleasures—tiny rituals that elevate a typical winter day into something significant—beyond the festivities, gifts, and get-togethers. These are the small things that uplift our spirits, provide solace, and [...]
In Knightsbridge, Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park unveils one of London’s most elegant festive transformations with The Jewel of the Season, a luminous collaboration with De Beers London. The hotel’s grand lobby becomes the Enchanted Lotus Bar, a sculptural jewel-box space inspired by the lotus motif of De Beers’ iconic Enchanted Lotus Collection. Under soft, gem-like [...]
Υπάρχει μια γλυκιά ησυχία… σαν αυτή που συναντάς ταξιδεύοντας.Είναι η στιγμή που ο ήλιος δύει πάνω από το Αιγαίο, που το καράβι σβήνει τη μηχανή και ακούς μόνο τον άνεμο…Είναι εκείνη η σιωπή που σε τυλίγει όταν ανακαλύπτεις ένα μικρό café σε ένα δρομάκι της Ευρώπης ή όταν περπατάς ξυπόλητος σε μια παραλία των Κυκλάδων. [...]
Known as the “handmade island” of Greece, Tinos is a destination where authenticity, tradition, and natural beauty come together. Often overshadowed by Mykonos, its famous neighbor, Tinos remains a hidden gem for those seeking real Greek island life. In this guide, you’ll discover the top things to do in Tinos in 2025. 1. Visit the [...]
Kea (a.k.a. Tzia): Sophisticated, Low-Key, Authentic Forget the cliché white-on-white islands. Kea has its own rhythm — pine forests, stone paths, neoclassical villages, and quiet confidence. Only 1 hour by ferry from Lavrio, it’s ideal for stylish escapists and in-the-know Athenians. ️ Where to Swim: Secluded or Social? You Choose. 1. Koundouros Kea’s most cosmopolitan [...]
Just One Hour From Athens, A Whole World Away Tucked away in the Saronic Gulf and just a short ferry ride from Piraeus, Agistri feels like a secret whispered between pines and waves.No stress, no scene — just barefoot paths, crystalline coves, and the gentle hum of cicadas. What to Do (Or Not Do) This [...]
