Let’s let’s start with location. Live like an upscale local. There’s no upgrade from here. Off the tourist path, safe, with access to public transport 30 meters from the front door. Theo’s place is wonderful. Clean, nicely furnished.
Prior to coming, Theo sent a complete set of FAQs that covered every detail from options of how to get to his place, to where to eat. He also arranged for a taxi for us at the airport and was waiting for us when we arrived. Then he sat with us and oriented us to Athens on the map. We felt like we were insiders since he gave us the the skinny on where to go, where to be cautious, what to see and how to get there.
And of course his place was perfect! Clean, nicely furnished, coffee, sugar and he even brought a nice bottle of wine. He genuinely wanted to make our experience a positive one and it was. And don’t forget to eat at Gyromania, right next door. Amazing gyros and village salad.
FYI, the metro is safe, efficient and much more convenient than taxi, beat or uber. (And cheap). Parthenon and shopping are three stops away, about 8 minutes on the redline.
Theo we will be back!
Nick and Jane