Why You Shouldn't Visit the Acropolis at Noon
Athens has a midday problem. Between roughly 11am and 3pm in the warmer months, the Acropolis becomes one of the more unpleasant visitor experiences in Europe. You're on an exposed limestone
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Athens has a midday problem. Between roughly 11am and 3pm in the warmer months, the Acropolis becomes one of the more unpleasant visitor experiences in Europe. You're on an exposed limestone
Europe has over 40 countries and enough "must-see" cities to fill a decade of trips. If you're picking your first one, that abundance is a problem. So here's the
Solo travel in Europe has a specific set of requirements that group travel doesn't. You need a city that's easy to navigate without someone to consult, social enough that you
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