Each year in Greece, an average of 340 people lose their lives during recreational activities in the sea or in pools, 70% of those through drowning. Of those deaths, around 80% are senior citizens. Below are some tips for staying safe. Everyone welcomes the summer, but for some, especially seniors, it can be too hot. […]

Below we have added a link to both the UK citizens advice and the European Union’s website regarding flight delays, cancellations and compensation. Link to UK citizens advice website Link to European Union website       DISCLAIMER: The contents of the linked websites listed above are the legal responsibility of those websites and not […]

The Greek National Public Health Organisation has issued a series of guidelines aimed at reducing the number of drownings at Greece’s beaches, advising people with children to be vigilant at all times and to opt for beaches that have a lifeguard service (usually ‘Blue Flag’ beaches). It advises swimming parallel to the coastline, allowing ample […]

Most people do not know the number to call in the event of an emergency when on holiday in Europe, a survey suggests. The British Foreign Office poll of more than 2,000 people in the UK found that just 14% were aware that the 112 number could reach all the emergency services. Some 12% thought […]

The UK government has compiled an information leaflet (PDF) for UK citizens holidaying in Greece. The leaflet can be viewed and downloaded at the link below:- Link to UK Government website