Thessaloniki included in the New York Times’ list of destinations for 2024

·

Thessaloniki has been included in the New York Times’ list of 52 proposed destinations for 2024.

The paper’s experts have made this year’s travel list taking into account sustainable travel and cultural events.

From the Path of Totality, which will be one of the best places to watch April’s solar eclipse, to Paris, the host of this year’s Olympic Games, there are plenty of reasons to visit the destinations.

Photo: Jane Woolfenden

Thessaloniki stands in the 43th place, five places bellow Brisbane and is presented as a destination which is famous for its Byzantine mosaics, clubs, bars and cafes. Danial Adkison suggests that visitors should order an ouzo and enjoy it admiring Olympus mountain as it appears in the south.

“The White Tower is for Thessaloniki, what the Acropolis is for Athens”, suggests the article.

Source: New York Times, Time Out

Share:

KEEP UP TO DATE WITH TGH

By subscribing you accept our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.

Latest News

Deputy Premier Ben Carroll marks Good Friday with Melbourne’s Greek community

Victorian Deputy Premier Ben Carroll joined Melbourne’s Greek Orthodox community for Good Friday, taking part in the Epitaphios procession.

SoulChef Sundays: The Easter Sunday table

As Chef Georgia Koutsoukou — the Kalamata-born chef known as “SoulChef” — continues her SoulChef Sundays series with The Greek Herald.

A sea of pink: Peach blossoms draw visitors to northern Greece each spring

Every spring, vast peach orchards in northern Greece transform into a stunning sea of pink, drawing thousands of visitors.

Sifnos ranks among top global destinations for authentic travel in 2026

The Greek island of Sifnos has been recognized as one of the top travel destinations for 2026 by the Swedish platform News55.se.

Federal Liberal Leader Angus Taylor sends Easter message to Greek Australians

Opposition Leader Angus Taylor has extended Easter wishes to Greek Australians, highlighting the importance of faith, family and tradition.

You May Also Like

Three generations of Pontians raise funds to preserve their ‘second home’ in Sydney

Three generations of proud Pontians supported Pontoxeniteas NSW's 'Winter Wonderland Fundraising Gala' for its 45-year-old Pontian House.

Remembering Odysseus Elytis, the Nobel Prize-winning poet

Yesterday marked 24 years since the death of Odysseus Elytis, the "poet of light" who's words and lyrics made our world look and feel a little more magical.

New AHEPA Sydney & NSW leadership signals focus on philanthropy, education and culture

AHEPA Sydney & NSW has announced its newly elected Committee of Management following its 2025 AGM, alongside meetings.