Starting from June 15, Greece will be welcoming tourists and travellers from 29 countries. No tests or quarantine will be required. Authorities will be performing occasional random testing, while visitors will be required to take all the necessary social distancing measures. The list of the 29 countries is the satisfactory result of an epidemiological profile… Read more »
Executives predict that the health and safety aspect will make more flyers willing to pay the extra cost to fly private as opposed to first-class on commercial. CEOs from the nation’s top private jet charter firms and even some based overseas are in agreement that despite the current downturn associated with the pandemic, they’re expecting… Read more »
There are many famous quotes about home – “home is where the heart is,” “there’s no place like home,” and “home is where your story begins,” to name a few. These are sentiments we can get behind now, more than ever. Let’s settle into our favourite spots and take a look at the importance of… Read more »
There’s an App for That Fitness and mobile or wearable devices have gone hand-in-hand for quite some time now – with apps like LoseIt, Johnson & Johnson’s 7-Minute Workout, and countless others in both the App Store and Google Play Store, there are plenty of apps to help you manage your caloric intake, inspire you… Read more »
by Oliver Smith, digital travel editor Overseas holidays have been forbidden for just over a week, but already it feels like far longer. Perhaps that’s because I haven’t left the UK since August, have been in self-isolation since March 9 – when I came down with a cold or Covid-19, I’ll probably never know which… Read more »
While staying at home and practising safe social distancing are the best courses of action to combat the COVID-19 pandemic, it doesn’t mean we have to miss out on cultural landmarks around the world. Thanks to the Google Arts & Culture Project, from New York City’s Museum of Modern Art, to Rijks Museum in Amsterdam,… Read more »
Taking care of your mind and body should always be a top priority when it comes to ensuring that you’re living your best life, but in these trying times, it’s more important than ever. If you’re beginning to feel trapped and stagnant as you adjust to working from home, here are 5 tips to help… Read more »
Oscar-winning actress Anne Hathaway and her husband, producer and jewellery designer Adam Shulman, are selling their luxury New York City penthouse for $3.495 million. After the birth of their second child, the couple requires more space than this two-bedroom minimalist home provides. Having purchased the apartment in 2016 they carried out a carefully considered renovation… Read more »
With great intellectual and artistic past, Corfu preserves its multi-cultural background and Venetian elegance until today. Corfu’s Old Town is a UNESCO heritage site of great architectural interest. The lush scenery, peerless beaches, picturesque villages and it’s high green hills have always been of an anazing beauty. We have therefore collected the best breathtaking panorama… Read more »
As the ski season is approaching the sport enthusiasts and snow lovers are getting ready to sparkle in their winter holidays in some of the world’s best skiing playgrounds. There is a huge variety of resorts to choose from, with exquisite terrains and activities but the Crème de la Crème traditionally choose very specific resorts… Read more »
The 5 most stunning sunset villas in Greece Sunsets in Greece are indeed stunning, especially in the privacy and serenity of a sea-view villa. Fair enough, there are more than 5, but these five definitely belong in the top of the list. As the sun hides behind the horizon, colouring the sky in deep hues… Read more »
Two large screens totalling 1,914 sq. ft of the viewing area, measuring 53’ x 20’ (vertical screen) and 22’ x 34’ (horizontal screen), will feature a series of video instants showcasing extraordinary properties from New York and around the world. From August 1st until the end of September 2019, New Yorkers and visitors alike will… Read more »
Few places in the world combine relaxation and sophistication this well – the elegance of natural materials integrated into the landscape and the magical creativity of tantalizing summer flavours.
Kitesurfing is undeniably one of the most thrilling and addictive sports – after all, nothing beats the feeling of harnessing the pure power of the wind to glide over the waves! It is easy to practice sport and usually involves most of the family members. Whilst the Mediterranean may not see the wild seascapes of… Read more »
Mykonos has become a Mecca for high-end shopping, with some of the best international jewellery designers selling their precious ‘wares’ from enchanting little white-washed boutique stores. The prestigious Swiss watchmaker and fine jeweller, Chopard, can be found tucked away down a picturesque cobbled alleyway. Feast your eyes on ultra-rare diamonds encased in exquisite pieces designed… Read more »
Greece has a quiet tradition of golf that many people are unaware of, although it has actually been a privé golfing hub for enthusiasts of the sport since 1962. Since then, the game has grown in popularity and golf courses can now be found in Athens, Crete, Corfu and Rhodes. In addition, the bar has… Read more »
Culinary aficionados make a bee-line for Spondi, Greece’s only 2 Michelin star restaurant, located between the upscale neighbourhoods of Mets and Pangrati. Opened in 1996 by Apostolos Trastelis, this discreet, charming and intimate restaurant serves high-end French cuisine using seasonal ingredients and local produce. Further south, Hytra is a true Athenian establishment, having opened in… Read more »
The event was unique for many reasons, beginning with the fact that it was the highest-estimated wine auction in history. The three-day sale actually exceeded all expectations, with 2,704 lots, that’s 16,889 bottles of wines, reaching the astronomical sum of €.25,000.000! The wines came from the extensive cellars of the Tran-scend-ent Wines collection, belonging to… Read more »
The modern world requires a lot from us; as reported by the BBC, we’re sleeping, on average, 20% less than we did 70 years ago. Our daily responsibilities keep our bodies and minds really busy but at the end of the day, we all know that good sleep will make us feel better! Recharge and… Read more »
Since the early 1950s, Voukourestiou Street has been the favourite shopping destination of well-heeled Athenians and international visitors, with a particular focus on rare European and American imported goods alongside gold and jewellery. Named after the Treaty of Bucharest, which ended the second Balkan War in 1913, the street differs from other international luxury shopping… Read more »
Although this Sporades island does see a steady influx of regulars each summer, it has never quite been up there with its siblings in the Cyclades like Mykonos or Santorini, nor has it fought for attention with its cousins in the Ionian like Corfu and Paxos. Despite its pristine beaches, of which there are over… Read more »
The 36th Athens Marathon 2018 saw a record-breaking 55,000 runners taking part in this historic race, covering the 42km from Marathon to Athens’ Panathenaic Stadium. The golden standard for all long-distance runners, the authentic Athens Marathon has given its name to all other 42km footraces across the globe. Marking the legendary feat of 5th Century… Read more »
The Ionian islands on Greece’s west coast are a unique collection of emerald treasures, perched elegantly in the warm waters of the Ionian Sea. Corfu, Kefalonia, Zakynthos, Lefkada and the numerous smaller islands which surround them have a rich and diverse history, resulting in an elegant combination of Italian, French, British and Greek style, and… Read more »
Sotheby’s International Realty creates a unique publishing partnership to deliver superior lifestyle content to millions of discerning readers around the world in co-operation with Dow Jones Media Group. RESIDE Magazine will be custom published by Sotheby’s International Realty in cooperation with Dow Jones Media Group, publishers of PENTA, MarketWatch and Barron’s, leading titles in the… Read more »
Experience the Greek Easter in a home and place where you will be a part of something truly unique: in Corfu, with its colourful traditions; in Mykonos, where the smells of spring are carried along by the salty sea breeze; in Hydra, where you will find the most distinguished Easter customs and traditions and in… Read more »
Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty(sm), powered by roOomy, Revolutionizes the Homebuying and Selling Experience for Sales Associates and Consumers. Sotheby’s International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced the launch of Curate by Sotheby’s International Realty, a mobile augmented reality (AR) app that will bring a home’s virtual staging images from 2-D perception into augmented reality. The… Read more »
We are proud to announce that Greece Sotheby’s International Realty has won the title of Best Real Estate Agency in Greece 2017 and the title of Best Real Estate Agency Website in Greece 2017 and was nominated as Best Real Estate Agency Website in Europe by the prestigious International Property Awards, which were held at… Read more »
The immersive light installation, known as a Skyspace, takes the form of a 6-metre by 6-metre cubic building with a large ceiling aperture, open to the Peloponnese sky above Amanzoe. . For over fifty years, James Turrell has drawn inspiration from nature, astronomy, architecture, physics and theology. Using light as his material, Turrell works on… Read more »
Entering Amanzoe’s Port Cochere: One can find majestic colonnades. A 70m long reflection pool flows quietly right in the center, as passerby’s walk through the columns next to its serene waters. Perfect for the early evening hours, when the lights are dimmed and night has taken over, it’s a fantastic spot for a drink, for… Read more »
Lifeline Humanitarian Organization Greece, which is under the patronage of Her Royal Highness Crown Princess Katherine, organized a charity lunch on the occasion of the Mother’s Day in aid of the Neonatal Intensive Care Units of the Public children’s Hospitals on Tuesday the 16th of May in TATOI Club. Greece Sotheby’s International Realty was there… Read more »
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