After working in the film industry, Greek photographer and creative director Eftihia Stefanidi has gone on to co-create Shila and Mona, two of Athens most cinematic boutique hotels.

Exotic otherworldliness, Art Deco elegance and rock-and-roll style collide on the banks of the Chao Phraya, forming one of the world’s most unique luxury hotels.

The latest outpost of the British hotel brand shakes things up in the Eternal City.

Drool over ancient hunks, sample 100 natural wines by the glass in a tiny bar inspired by Donald Judd and marvel at the world’s most beautiful museum: Athens got its groove back and not since Pericles has it been this cool.