This story is based on an interview with Kati Gyselinck, 65, a life coach who lives in Athens, Greece. It has been edited for length and clarity. I arrived at Athens International Airport in October 2023 with nothing but a suitcase full of clothes. Then I took a taxi to the Airbnb, which was supposed
When one of my most anticipated trips turned out to be one of my most frustrating, it was entirely my own fault. I travel professionally for a living, but I still get caught up in excitement and unrealistic expectations when planning. Like many travelers, I’d been dreaming of Greece for years. I watched “Mamma Mia,”
Cara West and her family moved to Europe in search of a better quality of life. Photo courtesy of Cara West In 2024, Cara West moved from the United States to Greece with her husband and young daughter. The family wanted a better quality of life, more affordability and a greater sense of community. West
