In Greece, you will often find communities, especially on the islands, with a separate but similar named area, except with an addition of the word “Skala” in front of the name, such as the village of Rachoni and Skala Rachoni, on the island of Thassos. The word Skala is to distinguish the area from the […]
As climate change in Europe increases the risk of disease-carrying mosquitoes becoming an invasive threat, taking precautions such as anti-mosquito body sprays, room vapour repellents and the use of window and door insect screens are recommended, especially from dusk to dawn. One disease that has been increasing in the Mediterranean region is Dengue Fever, which, […]
Regarding taking a trip to Bodrum (Turkey) from Kos, please note that passport control queues at the Kos and Bodrum ports can be excessively long and with little shade available, often taking up to an hour or more for the checks. Also, we advise that visitors should take note that prices for drinks and meals […]
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After a jellyfish or sea anemone sting, immediate intervention is required. For stings, it is recommended that baking soda (Greek: μαγειρική σόδα) diluted in equal parts with sea water is applied to the sting to neutralize the neurotoxin. Then wash thoroughly with alkaline solutions, such as an oil soap, and then apply a cortisone or […]
As the incidents of heatwaves around the world increase, cases of Melanoma are also increasing. Scientists are warning people to take more care in protecting themselves from the effects of the sun’s UV radiation. Melanomas are a serious type of skin cancer that can spread to other parts of the body and in many cases […]
Although it is lovely taking back a souvenir from your holiday on a Greek island, tourists are urged to please “take photos, not pebbles and shells”. It should be noted that it is illegal to take pebbles and shells from Greek beaches, and tourists flouting the rules can incur fines of between €400 and €1,000. […]
Below, we have added a link to the British government’s website that covers the latest rules concerning UK citizens travelling to Greece in 2025. Link to UK Government website
Visitors to Greece should note that the wearing of high heals when visiting historic monuments is illegal, with contravention of the law carrying fines of up to £771. The Greek government has introduced strict laws over the years to protect the priceless heritage and ancient monuments in the country. It has been shown that high […]
Please be aware that a number of unscrupulous companies are cold calling British holidaymakers when they return home persuading them to make fraudulent, or exaggerated sickness claims. Some are even using touts in holiday resorts. As reported in the UK press, British holidaymakers have been prosecuted for making false claims with a real risk of […]
