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Full Face Snorkel Mask Danger!

Please be aware that there has been growing evidence regarding the danger of such masks due to the potential build-up of carbon dioxide and the possibility of snorkellers experiencing breathing difficulties whilst wearing this mask design. (Google search ‘full face mask dangers’ for worldwide warnings.) Extract from April 2023 ‘Dive’ Magazine:- “A coroner has warned […]

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Dangers of Eating before Swimming

It takes about four hours to digest food. However, on holiday with the temptation of the sea or even the pool near us, we forget this instruction. And yet, in these 4 hours, the body’s processes are heavily involved in digestion, with a high percentage of our oxygen and energy being directed to the stomach. […]

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Drinking and Driving

Please be aware that the Police in Greece are strict on ‘Drinking and Driving’! If you are driving a vehicle, either 4 or 2 wheels, and you are stopped at one of the random checkpoints, or for erratic driving and found to be above the legal limit, you will be arrested, spend a night in […]

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Hidden Holiday Costs!

Hidden holiday costs from card charges while abroad, to extra luggage and seat reservation fees, are making it harder to find cheap deals and budget while abroad. Here, Georgie Frost from ‘The Times’ newspaper, explains the most sneaky costs and how you can avoid them. The average price of an all-inclusive package holiday to some […]

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Aviation Passenger Charter

The UK government has published an easy-to-read guide to the rights of UK air passengers. The Aviation Passenger Charter sets out what you, as a passenger, need to know about your rights and responsibilities when flying. The charter breaks down your journey into stages, to help give you the information you need to: plan and […]

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ATM’s

During your stay in Greece, if you intend to draw cash from an ATM, we strongly advise that you do not use independent ATM services, as these can carry hefty commission rates. We suggest that you use ATM’s located at branches of the main national Greek banks. These include Eurobank, Alpha Bank, Piraeus Bank and […]

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Greek Cuisine

The ‘Links’ sections in the menus for each island in the ‘A to Z Travel Club’ above contain comprehensive information on Greek food and drink. (Member password required)

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Jellyfish and Anemone Sting Treatment

After a jellyfish or sea anemone sting, immediate intervention is required. If any tentacles or stingers remain in the affected area, remove them using gloves or an object; do not use your bare hands. For stings, it is recommended that baking soda (Greek: μαγειρική σόδα) diluted in equal parts with seawater is applied to the […]