If you are flying to Greece for your holiday this year, you face one major obstacle before you get there: the airport. Most people will find it expensive to get to, slow to use, and unpleasantly crowded. But there are ways of improving the experience; here are 10 ideas that may help. 1. Go […]
Populations of the lagocephalus sceleratus, commonly known as the silver-cheeked toadfish, which in recent years have spread across the Aegean and the Mediterranean, could lead to death if consumed, according to marine biologists. The fish, described as a highly toxic invasive fish, entered the Mediterranean from the Indian Ocean via the Suez Canal. According to […]
We have added information on Greek food, wine and beer, for those who would like to know more about the locally produced products. The information can be found on the ‘Links’ page for your particular island destination (Travel Club members only).
Whilst cases of personal crime are still rare on the Greek islands, there has been an increase in pick-pocketing and theft this year on the larger islands, mostly attributed to foreign criminals seeing easy pickings from holidaymakers. Our advice is that you are extra vigilant when in crowded areas, in restaurants, or on the beach. […]
If you are planning to hire a motorbike/scooter, or a car during your holiday in Greece, please be aware of the law concerning safety. Recently, the law has changed, and instead of a fine for not wearing a helmet on a motorbike/ scooter, or not wearing seatbelts in a car, the fine was 350€ for […]
For those who would like to have information on medical care and dentistry in Greece, the following may help. From personal experience, I can confirm that the quality of pharmacies, hospitals and dentistry in Greece is excellent. In fact, it is a little embarrassing to admit that it is equal, if not better, than in […]
