Preveza offers a unique blend of history, coastal charm, and rich cuisine. From ancient ruins and Venetian castles to pristine Ionian beaches and local seafood, it is a vibrant summer destination in Epirus that captures both the soul of mainland and island Greece
The two islands join a growing list of European destinations looking to ease pressure from mass tourism by charging day-trippers an entry fee.
Despite a slight recovery in room revenue and occupancy, Athens still trails cities like Madrid, Rome, and Barcelona in tourism performance, with only Istanbul falling behind in key metrics.
A 33-year-old Greek mountaineer died on Mont Blanc’s perilous Grand Couloir, a deadly stretch notorious for frequent rockfalls and high fatality rates among climbers.
The two whales were recorded in one of the deepest areas of the Aegean near Ikaria by the Archipelagos Institute of Marine Conservation crew.
From the urban sophistication of Syros’ cuisine to and the Naxos’ livestock-driven fare to Sifnos’ legendary chickpea stews and the Michelin-recognized scene of Paros, the culinary diversity across this island chain is staggering.
If you find comfort in crisp white sheets turned down every afternoon, a hotel might be the way to go. If you crave extra space or a more casual setup, a short-term rental may suit you better.
Solo travelers account for over a quarter of all ferry bookings (27.3%), with younger globetrotters (aged 18–30) making up a striking 45.5% of this group.
Gen Z is embracing travel at an impressive rate, taking an average of three leisure trips per year.
Greek destinations also feature prominently further down the top ten, with the Ionian islands of Lefkada in ninth place (+189%) and Zakynthos in tenth (+175%).
A new presidential order will mandate ramps, accessible cabins, and visual/auditory aids to improve travel for people with disabilities.
The summer home of Greece’s former royal family near Athens is being transformed into a recreational park and museum.
A radar glitch forced the closure of London airspace for 36 minutes, expected to affect flights and key airports across Europe.
Passengers departing from airports equipped with the new high-tech scanners will be allowed to carry liquids — including wine, olive oil, perfumes, and other products — in containers of up to two liters in their hand luggage.
Express writes, “If you took the best of Mykonos and Santorini and created a new island, it would be Ios.”
The three-day summer celebration of Greek craft beer features concerts, street food and happenings in the heart of the Peloponnese.
Despite its popularity, Greece’s high holiday costs are a major concern for 69% of locals, the survey finds.
Short-term rental listings in Greece soared to an all-time high of nearly 242,000 properties in June 2025, with over 1 million beds offered—despite stagnant occupancy rates and growing reliance on foreign visitors
Hundreds demonstrate against the arrival of Israeli cruise passengers in Rhodes, voicing solidarity with Palestine amid tight security and arrests
Just above the Greek passport, Japan and South Korea share the second spot, followed by a 3-way tie between Denmark, Finland, and Ireland.