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A city of contrasts (and the only divided capital in the world), it marries modern architectural motifs with Levantine-styled neighbourhoods, and its energy is concurrently European and Mediterranean; a dichotomy reflected in its culture and food.

For me (and many Greeks), Vouliagmeni has the best beaches in Athens, as well as some of the most gastronomically exquisite restaurants, and a throng of instagrammable spots. One of the most expensive plots of real estate of the Hellenic Republic, the Athenian Riviera is an island-like paradise of the Greek capital. It’s unsurprising that…

“Should I come? Will I like it?,” I enquired of my friend who had just arrived in the Argentine capital. “It reminds me of Barcelona – save yourself the half-day trip and go to Catalunya instead…” was his response, but was shortly followed up by “are you coming or what?”. I must admit I was…