By Jessica Beck
Athens
Greece
Greece
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The ParthenonPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
City CentrePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Kotzia SquarePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Greek Royal GuardPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Agia Synikia PoleosPhoto By: Mark Haynes - http://www.flickr.com/photos/cadenl/ -
Athens TramPhoto By: Gary Cycles - http://www.flickr.com/photos/garycycles6/ -
Temple of Four WindsPhoto By: Vasenka - http://www.flickr.com/photos/vasenka/ -
SkylinePhoto By: Christian Heilmann - http://www.flickr.com/photos/codepo8/
Does ancient Greek mythology excite you? Do you enjoy exploring a city full of history and ancient ruins? Athens, Greece is your next destination.
EscapeWizard.com wants to help you on your excursion to this beautiful city. Athens Elefthérios Venizélos International Airport (ATH) is conveniently located about 20 km east of the city’s center. Allow EscapeWizard.com to help you search for your perfect affordable flight by clicking on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). EscapeWizard.com reassures you of a comfortable stay in Athens by providing you with our hotel accommodations search service. Just click on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) and allow EscapeWizard.com to search for your perfect room.
Once you have arrived, EscapeWizard.com suggests exploring ancient Athens on the grounds of the Acropolis. You will encounter dozens of famous ancient Greek remains such as the famous Parthenon, the Erechtheum along with its famed Porch of the Caryatids, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Just south of the main area of the Acropolis is the open-air theatre, the Theatre of Dionysus. It is one of the earliest preserved theatres of its kind. Another theatre located near it is the Herodes Atticus Theatre. Every year from May to October it houses the Athens Festival; a festival of the arts, including musical, theatrical, and additional cultural events. The Acropolis will amaze you with its rich history and well-preserved ruins. EscapeWizard.com reminds you to also visit the Acropolis Museum which houses various artifacts ranging from the Greek Bronze Age to the Byzantine Empire.
After soaking in the ancient history of Greece, EscapeWizard.com recommends attending the famous Athens Planetarium, recognized as one of the largest and greatest furnished digital planetariums in the world. Visiting the site of the 2004 Olympics is on EscapeWizard.com’s Top-10-Must list for Athens. Touring the arena where talented legends poured out their sweat and tears is an unforgettable experience. If you feel like taking a relaxing detour while in the city, Athens has many green spaces to take a stroll in and they are some of EscapeWizard.com’s favorites. Tucked between Parliament and the Zappeion buildings is the National Garden of Athens that serves as a 15.5 hectares (Greek unit of measurement) retreat located in the central part of the city. Another beautiful refuge is the Parnitha National Park. This park contains paths, gorges, and springs along with interesting caves scattered throughout its federally-protected grounds. With Athens’ mountainous surroundings, this city contains four major bike trails for those who crave the wilderness and enjoy exercising in a woodlands environment overlooking the cityscape.
Athens has a fun and exciting nightlife ranging from night clubs to dance clubs to cozy bars, Athens has something for everyone. Athens also houses many theaters for various performing arts shows. If you want ballet or other theatre events head to Herod Atticus Theatre, or if music theater and club venues are more of your style then head to Lykavettos Outdoor Theater or Megaron and groove the night away to tonight’s performance.
EscapeWizard.com reassures you of an amazing experience touring the historically and culturally rich city of Athens, Greece.
EscapeWizard.com wants to help you on your excursion to this beautiful city. Athens Elefthérios Venizélos International Airport (ATH) is conveniently located about 20 km east of the city’s center. Allow EscapeWizard.com to help you search for your perfect affordable flight by clicking on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/flight.php). EscapeWizard.com reassures you of a comfortable stay in Athens by providing you with our hotel accommodations search service. Just click on the following link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl) and allow EscapeWizard.com to search for your perfect room.
Once you have arrived, EscapeWizard.com suggests exploring ancient Athens on the grounds of the Acropolis. You will encounter dozens of famous ancient Greek remains such as the famous Parthenon, the Erechtheum along with its famed Porch of the Caryatids, and the Temple of Athena Nike. Just south of the main area of the Acropolis is the open-air theatre, the Theatre of Dionysus. It is one of the earliest preserved theatres of its kind. Another theatre located near it is the Herodes Atticus Theatre. Every year from May to October it houses the Athens Festival; a festival of the arts, including musical, theatrical, and additional cultural events. The Acropolis will amaze you with its rich history and well-preserved ruins. EscapeWizard.com reminds you to also visit the Acropolis Museum which houses various artifacts ranging from the Greek Bronze Age to the Byzantine Empire.
After soaking in the ancient history of Greece, EscapeWizard.com recommends attending the famous Athens Planetarium, recognized as one of the largest and greatest furnished digital planetariums in the world. Visiting the site of the 2004 Olympics is on EscapeWizard.com’s Top-10-Must list for Athens. Touring the arena where talented legends poured out their sweat and tears is an unforgettable experience. If you feel like taking a relaxing detour while in the city, Athens has many green spaces to take a stroll in and they are some of EscapeWizard.com’s favorites. Tucked between Parliament and the Zappeion buildings is the National Garden of Athens that serves as a 15.5 hectares (Greek unit of measurement) retreat located in the central part of the city. Another beautiful refuge is the Parnitha National Park. This park contains paths, gorges, and springs along with interesting caves scattered throughout its federally-protected grounds. With Athens’ mountainous surroundings, this city contains four major bike trails for those who crave the wilderness and enjoy exercising in a woodlands environment overlooking the cityscape.
Athens has a fun and exciting nightlife ranging from night clubs to dance clubs to cozy bars, Athens has something for everyone. Athens also houses many theaters for various performing arts shows. If you want ballet or other theatre events head to Herod Atticus Theatre, or if music theater and club venues are more of your style then head to Lykavettos Outdoor Theater or Megaron and groove the night away to tonight’s performance.
EscapeWizard.com reassures you of an amazing experience touring the historically and culturally rich city of Athens, Greece.
Hotels in Athens
By Sandy O'Neal
Crowne Plaza Athens
Michalakopoulou Avenue 50, Athens, Greece
Michalakopoulou Avenue 50, Athens, Greece
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ExteriorPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
PoolPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
SuitePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Room FeaturePhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Fitness CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Conference RoomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Business CenterPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group -
Club Floor RoomPhoto By: IHG Hotel Group
When you step into the magnificent marble lobby at the Crowne Plaza hotel in Athens, you will immediately know that you have made the perfect choice for your hotel accommodations. Whether you are in the Athens area for business or leisure, you will find the location convenient. It’s just minutes away from upscale shopping in Kolonaki and within walking distance of Megaron Athens International Center. If you are arriving to the Athens area by air, the hotel is just 25 miles from Athens International Airport. Check in is 2:00 p.m. and check out is noon.
The hotel is 193 guest rooms and suites spanning 6 floors. Guests will find the rooms classical and sophisticated. Family rooms at the hotel will sleep 2 children and 2 adults. Room amenities may vary depending on your room selection. Typical room amenities include flat screen TV with access to in room movies, coffee and tea maker, work desk with lamp and high speed internet access with wireless connectivity. The rooms are outfitted with media hubs so that you can connect your video games or ipod to the flat screen TV.
During your stay, you will be able to keep up with your fitness routine with a visit to the complimentary fitness center. The Fitness Center features a treadmill, stepper, nautilus equipment, free weights and sauna. After your grueling workout, why not take a refreshing swim in the outdoor rooftop pool. If you want to pamper yourself, you can schedule a massage.
The business center is equipped with a PC, high speed internet access with wireless access, copier, printer, and fax machine. The hotel also has a board meeting room that will accommodate 15 people and has enough space to accommodate reception for 1,000.
There are two restaurants where you can dine right on-site. During the summer you can dine at the Roof Garden Restaurant while you enjoy the view of the city. At Ambrosia restaurant you can savor Mediterranean cuisine. To enjoy a refreshing cocktail while dipping your toes in the pool, head up to the pool bar which is located on the roof. If you prefer a cozier atmosphere, the Lobby lounge is open 24 hours a day.
The Crowne Plaza Hotel is a perfect choice when your travels take you to Athens. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next stay by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).
The hotel is 193 guest rooms and suites spanning 6 floors. Guests will find the rooms classical and sophisticated. Family rooms at the hotel will sleep 2 children and 2 adults. Room amenities may vary depending on your room selection. Typical room amenities include flat screen TV with access to in room movies, coffee and tea maker, work desk with lamp and high speed internet access with wireless connectivity. The rooms are outfitted with media hubs so that you can connect your video games or ipod to the flat screen TV.
During your stay, you will be able to keep up with your fitness routine with a visit to the complimentary fitness center. The Fitness Center features a treadmill, stepper, nautilus equipment, free weights and sauna. After your grueling workout, why not take a refreshing swim in the outdoor rooftop pool. If you want to pamper yourself, you can schedule a massage.
The business center is equipped with a PC, high speed internet access with wireless access, copier, printer, and fax machine. The hotel also has a board meeting room that will accommodate 15 people and has enough space to accommodate reception for 1,000.
There are two restaurants where you can dine right on-site. During the summer you can dine at the Roof Garden Restaurant while you enjoy the view of the city. At Ambrosia restaurant you can savor Mediterranean cuisine. To enjoy a refreshing cocktail while dipping your toes in the pool, head up to the pool bar which is located on the roof. If you prefer a cozier atmosphere, the Lobby lounge is open 24 hours a day.
The Crowne Plaza Hotel is a perfect choice when your travels take you to Athens. EscapeWizard.com invites you to book your next stay by following this link (www.escapewizard.com/hotels.php?flag=htl).