Plaza life.
explore, enjoy, cherish Athens
WINTER
2017- 18 FREE PRESS | ISSUE14
Welcome
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luxury hotel, ideally located at Syntagma Square, in the heart of the business and shopping districts and within walking distance from the Acropolis and the Old City of Plaka. Modern style and elegance in a most relaxing atmosphere of casual chic.
Just as atmospheric and comfortable are the rooms and suites tastefully decorated in earthy tones with a number of suites benefitting from a breathtaking and scintillating view of the Acropolis and Stadiou Street. Its prominent location gives one the chance to hop on any bus, metro, trolley, tram, or hire a taxi and within minutes get to one of the major Museums, such as the Acropolis Museum, archaeological sites and tourist attractions that this great city has to offer. Discover the charming boutiques, patisseries, art galleries and cafés in the area, return for a delicious lunch or dinner at “The Parliament” restaurant and enjoy amazing cocktails at the most unique Explorer's Bar.
Corporate Social Responsibility The commitment of our Hotel, NJV Athens Plaza is to continuously acknowledge CSR, through our business ethics and social diligence, in accordance with the principles of sustainability for the society and the environment.
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The NJV Athens Plaza is the first Certified “We do local” Hotel in Athens! We do lo c al i s a p h ilos o p hy u n de r wh i ch a co m p a ny o p e r ates: •
By spreading the local customs & traditions
Qualitative Hospitality
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By introducing local cuisine
Consideration and Caring for each employee
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By supporting local producers
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With respect to the environment and sustainability
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By supporting the local workforce
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Contributing to the Society
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Respecting the Environment
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Promoting Culture
IM P R E SSIVE COM EBACK AT S YNTAGMA SQUA RE
A Leading Business Hotel
The NJV Athens Plaza was awarded the GOLD AWARD for Best Greek Business City Hotel at the Greek Hospitality Awards 2017
We are thrilled to announce that Preferred Hotels & Resorts have honored us with The GIFTTS 2016 Pineapple Award for our Excellence in Community Service!
C E L E B R AT I O N S
Christmas & New Year’s 2017 - 2018
Christmas Eve
Christmas Day
New Year’s Eve
New year’s Day
Festive Buffet Welcome drink A bottle of House wine/2 persons Live Music, piano/vocals
Festive Buffet A bottle of House wine/2 persons Live Music, piano/vocals
Festive Buffet A bottle of House wine/2 persons A glass of sparkling wine/person New Year’s cake New Year's raffle participation
Festive Buffet A bottle of House Wine/2 persons Live Music, piano/vocals
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*CHILDREN -12 YEA RS OLD, -50%
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Christmas Eve
New Year’s Eve
Festive Buffet A bottle of House wine/2 persons DJ Music
Festive Buffet A bottle of House wine/2 persons DJ Music
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LIV E MU S I C N I G HTS E X PLO R E R’S BA R
Piano – Vocals Wines, Premium Drinks, Cocktails, Finger food F FRRI D I DAAYYSS && SSAAT TUURRDDAAYYSS 2222: 0 : 000 –– 0011: 0 : 000
The famous Greek Singer
Elena Pervaina
Dakis
Panos Dervos
* on Fridays
* Fridays & Saturdays
vocals keyboards & vocals
Chef Nikos Giannopoulos S U N DAY B R U N C H LAVISH BUFFET LIVE PIANO MUSIC Operating: 12:30 – 17:00 Music: 13:00 – 16:00
Monday – Sunday
a la Carte Menu Everyday a la carte
€29* PERε PERSON
*(Children -12 years old, -50%)
delicious Mediterranean Menu choices!
x Monday – Friday
Today’s Set Menu SALAD = MAIN COURSE = DESSERT + A GLASS OF HOUSE WINE
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Discover greek gastronomy in our hotel’s breakfast The aim of the “Greek Breakfast” program is to offer our Guests the opportunity to discover the gastronomic wealth of our country, while tasting at breakfast, the innumerable Greek delicious products and dishes, which are at the heart of the Mediterranean Diet.
Offering a wide selection of sinful desserts created by one of the most talented Greek Pastry Chefs, Dionysis Alertas, as well as coffees & teas, refreshments, wines & cocktails.
by Pastry Chef Dionysis Alertas
PLAZA COMBOS Prices start from €11,50 Including a beer
A L L DAY
E V E RY DAY
PLAZA SPECIALS Main course • Side salad Side dish €23,00
Wine By the glass!
Among the best bars in Athens
Enjoy delicious leading wine brands by the glass at the Parliament Restaurant, Explorer’s Bar, & the all-day Plaza Café!
Enjoy exclusive choices of drinks, fabulous cocktails & fine wines in a British style club ambiance. Live Music nights Fridays & Saturdays
Childhood, toys and games
Re n a to Z a n e l l a P yo t r I l y i c h Tc h a i kov s k y
The Nutcracker C h o r e o g r a p h y Re n a to Z a n e l l a
PREMIERE 13 JANUARY 2018 13, 14, 16, 21, 27 January 2018 2, 3, 8, 10, 11 February 2018 CHILDREN’S BALLET
Set design-costumes Christof Cremer. Saturday and Sunday performances feature the GNO Orchestra, conducted by Giorgos Ziavras and the GNO Children’s Chorus conducted by Konstantina Pitsiakou. With the Principal Dancers, Soloists, Demi-Soloists and the Corps de Ballet of the Greek National Opera
G R E E K N AT I O N A L O P E R A - S TAV R O S NIARCHOS HALL S TAV R O S N I A R C H O S F O U N DAT I O N C U LT U R A L CENTER 364 Syggrou Avenue, Kallithea | Tel.: +30 213 0885700 www.nationalopera.gr
The Maria Argyriadi donation is the core of the Department of Childhood, Toys and Games, which was founded in 1991. The collections include 20,000 toys, games and childhood items, from antiquity to 1970, originating not only from Greece and the broader Greek world, but from Europe, America, Africa and the East as well. The department’s primary aim is to document all aspects of the themes "childhood", "game" and "toy", by studying the history of toys in Greece and Europe, and children’s daily life in a traditional Greek context as well. The collection’s Greek section comprises infants' and children's toys spanning the classical, Roman, Byzantine and post-Byzantine periods. They include hand-made traditional Greek toys dating from the 18th to the 20th century, articles from country festivals, 20th century commercial products, team sports, board games, and seasonal games. To y M u s e u m 14 Poseidonos & 1 Tritonos St, 175 61 Palaio Faliro Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday: 10:00 - 18:00
Van Gogh Alive – The Experience 7 NOV 2017 - 5 MAR 2018 V I S UA L A R T S
Make no mistake – this is no ordinary art exhibition. Traditions of tiptoeing through unnervingly silent galleries and viewing paintings from afar in quiet contemplation are forgotten as visitors find themselves interacting with art in ways they never imagined. Van Gogh Alive – The Experience will stretch the definition of the word ‘exhibition’ as it stimulates the senses and opens the mind. And there’s no need to worry about the kids getting bored – the exhibition caters perfectly to both young and old. From start to finish, visitors are surrounded by a powerful and vibrant symphony of light, colour and sound that compels them to leave the world behind and immerse themselves in what has been called an ‘unforgettable’ multi-sensory experience. Van Gogh's masterpieces come to life as visitors experience the sensation of walking right into his paintings - a feeling that is simultaneously enchanting, entertaining and educational. Μ u s i c H a l l o f At h e n s
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Vass.Sophias & Kokkali - Athens 115 21 | Box office:+30 210 7282333 | www.megaron.gr
Based on Richard Wagner’s music drama Twilight of the Debts 5, 7, 10, 12, 14, 17, 19 January 2018 REWORKED OPERA
Kharalampos Goyos / Dimitris Dimopoulos / Alexandros Efklidis Reworking classics from the opera repertoires is a key focus of the GNO Alternative Stage’s program. The first production of this type is a radical adaptation of the Twilight of the Gods; the final part of the famed tetralogy by Richard Wagner, the Ring of the Nibelung. Twilight starts with a prophecy that Valhalla, home of the gods, will be destroyed; a prophecy that comes to pass at the end of the work. During the work we see what fate has in store for the hero, Siegfried, who holds the cursed ring. Enchanted by those who control this much sought after piece of jewelry, he cheats on his beloved, the Valkyrie Brunnhilde, only to be betrayed and murdered at the end by them. To end the curse, Brunnhilde, daughter of Wotan the king of the gods, sets fire to Valhalla and destroys the ring before throwing herself into the flames. S t a v r o s N i a r c h o s Fo u n d a t i o n C u l t u r a l C e n t e r 364, Andreas Syggros Ave., 17674 Kallithea, Greece info@snfcc.org
The name APIVITA is derived from the Latin words Apis (bee) and Vita (life), and means “life of the bee” – a name reflecting the philosophy of a company that, being a living organism like the bee, never stops creating value: Value for society, for the natural environment and for the economy. APIVITA is a company with a strong philosophy, values, social responsibility, heritage and an innovative outlook. It has evolved into a vast universe of people, products, aims, values, dreams and new endeavors, which ensure its ongoing development. APIVITA has developed and established over 300 natural, effective and holistic products for the face, body and hair, formulated with beekeeping products of high nutritional value, extracts of Greek herbs and pure essential oils, as well as many green innovations and patents. APIVITA is a way of life: a life shared with employees in Greece and abroad, suppliers, beekeepers and cultivators, university teachers and researchers, pharmacists and customers throughout the world. THE APIVITA EXPERIENCE STORE (Kolonaki) Solonos 6, Athina 106 73 - Tel No : (+30) 210 364 0560
PANTELIS MELISSINOS -MELISSINOS ART SINCE 1920 Historic footwear workshop. Since 1920, a favorite shopping destination for royals and celebrities like: Sophia Loren, Jackie O, The Beatles, Maria Callas, Barbra Streisand, Jeremy Irons, Queen Sophia of Spain, Bob Saget, Lily Tomlin, Sarah Jessica Parker, Jill Biden, wife of Joe Biden ( Vice President of the United States) and countless others. A must for Lovers of unique things and handmade quality. It was established, in 1920, by Georgios Melissinos, whose son Stavros (The Poet) took over in 1954 and he was the first one to relaunch the ancient Greek sandal trend in modern times. Stavros passed the business onto his own son Pantelis Melissinos (Poet and Artist), in 2004. Agias Theklas 2, Athens - Tel No : (+30) 210 321 9247
In the heart of Athens, on Ermou Street, the busiest shopping street in the city, you will find the most central store of Korres Natural Products, the famous Greek cosmetics company. The Korres company is about 17 years old and has won many awards for the quality of its cosmetics. The last few years has seen Korres Natural Products exported abroad as well. The first product of the company was an aromatic soap for the neck with honey and anise, inspired from the rakomelo made by (grandfather) Giorgos Korres in Naxos. Source: www.greekguide.com
Mediterra SA, was founded, in 17 June 2002 by Chios Mastiha Growers Association, with the main objectives: establishment of a marketing tool for mastiha (mastihashop), development, production, promotion and sale of mastiha products worldwide, development, production and sale of high quality Greek products, development & implementation of promotional activities To date Mediterra SA: has developed a retail outlet network under the brand “mastihashop” which comprises of 16 stores in Greece and abroad, has established a food production unit in Chios island, Greece where over than 100 different products are produced, has developed a wide distribution network for: • Natural mastiha • Mastiha chewing gum • Cosmetic products (selling line mastihacare) • Parapharmaceutical products (selling line MASTIHA, Art of Nature) • Greek food products (selling line cultura mediterra) • Mastiha liquer ENOSIS & KENTOS Panepistimiou 6 & Kriezotou Str., Athens10671 - Tel No : (+30) 210 3632750
Jewelry made with Passion In Giouzenis Jewelry you will discover the world of high end jewelry design, using top quality gemstones. A wide range of watches and gifts are also offered by brands such as Longines, Corum, Montblanc, Dupont, Perrelet, Artya, Titoni and Montegrappa.
2, Voukourestiou str. Athens 10564 T. +30 210 3228 688 www.giouzenis.com
Giouzenis Jewelry, designing and handcrafting jewelry since 1955!
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1. National Garden, Botanological Museum and Zappion Gardens 2. Psirri 3. Monastiraki - Avyssinias Square 4. Ancient Agora 5. Anafiotika 6. Acropolis Museum
7. Benaki Museum 8. Byzantine Museum 9. Cycladic Museum 10. Museum Herakleidon 11. Ermou Street 12. Giouzenis Jewelry