Tuesday brings mostly sunny skies across Greece with a slight rise in temperatures, though strong northerly winds in the Aegean may reach 6–7 Beaufort. Local afternoon clouds and brief showers may appear over mountain areas.

Athens partners with Google’s Global Fishing Watch hoping to track illegal fishing, environmental violations, and irregular migration in Greek waters

Ankara announced a 10-day research mission in the Aegean with the vessel Piri Reis, drawing an immediate Greek response and heightened tensions over jurisdiction and sovereignty.

Greek fishermen accuse Turkish crews of threats and warning shots near Samothraki, while the coast guard insists the vessels remained in international waters

Clear skies will dominate across Greece on Thursday, with rising temperatures in western and southern regions. Northerly winds in the Aegean may reach up to 6 Beaufort, while Athens and Thessaloniki enjoy mostly sunny conditions

Greek authorities have issued a high wildfire alert for parts of the Aegean and Crete on Wednesday, urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant and avoid any outdoor activities that could spark fires. Fire services are on heightened standby

Greece will bask in sunshine Monday, with scorching temperatures up to 41°C in the west and 40°C in the eastern Aegean islands, while strong northerly winds in the central and southern Aegean may disrupt sea travel

Ferries returned to their normal operating schedule on Saturday, but gale-force winds continue in the Aegean

Warm, mostly clear conditions will prevail across Greece on Friday, with temperatures reaching up to 39°C in parts of the Aegean and strong northerly winds creating choppy seas, especially in the central and southern Aegean.

One of the two “marine parks” unveiled last week by a state-run agency in the country delimitates a marine park west of the only two major islands possessed by Turkey in the Aegean, and beyond Turkish territorial waters

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.

In its latest summer travel edition, Vogue France lavishes praise on Skopelos, describing it as a standout among Greece’s most enchanting islands.

The quake was pinpointed at 21 kilometers east of Antikythira at 15.26 (13.26 GMT), and with a focal depth of 58.6 kilometers

A foreign ministry statement underlined that marine parks are established with purely environmental criteria, and that specific ones have been established in areas under Greek sovereignty

The Ionian and southern Cyclades regions — selected for the new parks — are known for their rich marine biodiversity and cultural significance

Combined with the new XLRs, these jets will enable AEGEAN to explore additional long-haul destinations such as Bangalore, Seychelles, Maldives, Nairobi, Almaty, and Lagos

Increased occupancy rates, the return of travelers, and the cost-effectiveness of ferry transport all suggest a potentially stronger third quarter for Greece's ferry operators

According to international maritime norms, such research activities do not require permission from coastal states, but only a formal announcement to ensure the safety of navigation.

From the Saronic Gulf to the Northern Aegean, from islands just off the mainland to more remote outposts, this summer’s island-hopping doubles as a journey through art. Wherever you find yourself, exhibitions—archaeological, contemporary, sculptural, musical—unfold the narratives of the islands and the lives shaped by them, across time.

The public offering will commence on Monday (June 30) and continue until Wednesday, July 2, 2025