Tips & Advice

Tips & advice

Melanoma Risk

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, […]

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Pebbles and Shells

Although it is lovely to take 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. […]

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High Heals Banned!

Visitors to Greece should note that the wearing of high heels 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 […]

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Bogus Holiday Illness Claims

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 […]

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Safe Swimming for Seniors

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. […]