Luxe Beat Magazine May 2014 | Page 24

Mt. Athos from the Alexandros Palace Hotel beach. most of the ruins. With panoramic views of the (busier on weekends) on modern roads from Thessaloniki International Airport – 75 miles. Gulf of Lerissos and backed by lush green tree covered hills, Stagira must have been a beautiful Alexandros Palace Hotel and vibrant city. Ouranoupolis, 63075 Halkidiki, Greece. (Athos) History’s millenniums created the layers Tel + 30 23770 31402 of Greece that lure millions of tourists each Fax: +30 23770 31100 year. Discovering Greece through personal adventures and conversations with Thomas and [email protected] 2014 season runs April through mid-October John Sidinalsa added the perspective of youth – awe for the past, eyes on the moment, dreams for the future. Living in the moment within the Disclosure: The author was a guest of the Alexandros comfort of the Alexandros Palace Hotel, Palace Hotel and the Halkidiki Tourism a sacred mountain in view and with Aristotle’s Organization. spirit nearby created serenity. Ouranoupolis is an easy 2 – 3 hour drive Freshly caught squid. P