NAME: Sydney
CITY: Thessaloniki
COUNTRY: Greece
YEAR OF TRIP: 2015
HOW LONG WERE YOU THERE? 3 months
BEST TIME TO GO: Early Fall/Late Spring
GREATEST CHALLENGE: Language Barrier and Transportation (but once you figure out the bus system it's fine)
WHAT MAKES THIS PLACE SPECIAL? IT has a perfect balance of old Greek culture, architecture and sightseeing, while offering a variety of modern shops, restaurants, and a booming night life for the 20-something age group
MUST EAT:
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Fried Octopus
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Gyro
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Frappe (Frappe coffee is a Greek foam-covered iced coffee drink made from instant coffee, water and sguar. Accidentally invented by a Nescafe representation named Dimitris Vakondios in 1957 in the city of Thessaloniki
MUST SEE:
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The White Tower
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The Umbrella Sculpture (on the Boardwalk)
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The Upper City
MUST DO:
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Visit the Clubs & Bars around Aristotle Square (I recommend Dogs Bar & Night Club, Mojo, Beetle Bar, 7 Sins)
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Take a walk along the boardwalk where you can see breathtaking sunsets, enjoy the restaurants, check ou the street vendors, or go on a boar ride.
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Visit an outdoor market (there's typically one going on around Aristotle Square on the weekends)
Other Recommendations: Talk to Locals! IT's the best way to find out about popular places and events. They're always eager to practice their English, and will most likely want to ask you lots of questions.