THESSALONIKI

Welcome to your Bluebird Airways flight departing from Terminal 3‚ Tel Aviv to Thessaloniki the "City by the Sea". As the capital of Macedonia and the second-largest city in Greece‚ Thessaloniki is where the Rembetiko scene‚ vibrant festivals‚ and rich culinary delights‚ along with the White Tower and an endless boardwalk‚ merge with a young‚ cosmopolitan atmosphere‚ rich Greek history‚ and sunny Mediterranean weather.

What to See and Where:

Nea Paralia (New Boardwalk): Located along the Thermaic Gulf‚ it features local cafes‚ walking and cycling paths‚ vibrant restaurants‚ and bars. Locals and tourists alike enjoy walks and bike rides against a backdrop of wistful sunsets and sea air.

Ladadika District: A beautiful historic district with paved streets and an authentic atmosphere‚ known as the soul of the nightlife. Situated near the port and boardwalk‚ it is filled with taverns pulsating with the rhythm of Rembetiko and the sound of the bouzouki‚ fine restaurants‚ and bars that stay open until the morning hours.

Aristotelous Square: The main square in the heart of the city and one of the most beautiful in Greece‚ it overlooks the sea and connects to Nikis Avenue. The square has cafes and shops‚ hosts many events‚ and is bustling with people all day long. It is surrounded by impressive buildings‚ hotels‚ and cultural institutions and provides access to most parts of the city.

The White Tower: Built by the Ottomans and used as a fortress and prison‚ it is now the symbol of the city and serves as a museum of Thessaloniki's history.

Statue of Alexander the Great: The city of Thessaloniki is named after Alexander the Great's sister‚ and his statue stands on Nikis Avenue‚ serving as a popular photo spot.

The Touching Holocaust Memorial: Located in Eleftherias Square (Freedom Square)‚ where the Nazis gathered Thessaloniki's Jews before their deportation to Auschwitz‚ this memorial commemorates the Jewish victims of the Nazis‚ who constituted Greece's largest community and were nearly all lost in the Holocaust.

Shopping:

Tsimiski Street: A central shopping street extending from both sides of Aristotelous Square‚ featuring many shops‚ cafes‚ and souvlaki stalls.

Egnatia Street: A major artery for commerce and transportation‚ with international fashion stores‚ restaurants and cafes‚ theaters‚ and museums.

Kapani Market: The ancient market abounds with cafes‚ taverns‚ food stalls‚ and the best local produce.

Mediterranean Cosmos Mall: One of the largest in the Balkans‚ it features international fashion stores and chains‚ cinema halls‚ and restaurants.

For a pleasant vacation‚ leisure‚ or business trip‚ fly with Bluebird Airways at affordable prices and enjoy easy arrival at your destination. A flight of about two hours and you are there. Thessaloniki is a popular destination‚ so book early.