Due to an increase in early tourism, the Greek Minister of Culture has confirmed that a number of major archaeological sites will be extending their opening hours. On Rhodes, the Palace of the Grand Master and the Acropolis of Lindos will both be open from 08:00, with the Palace closing at 20:00 and the Acropolis […]
The Greek government’s “Zero Tolerance for Not Wearing a Helmet” campaign came into force countrywide in 2025, aiming at the universal compliance of owners and riders of two and three-wheeled vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and including Light Personal Electric Vehicles to wear helmets. In 2026, police in all regions will be increasing the checks of riders […]
‘A to Z Travel Club’ membership is totally free to anyone who purchases a 2026 edition printed guidebook or Kindle version. The unique features of ‘A to Z Travel Club’ membership Membership is free when you purchase any of our 2026 ‘A to Z Travel Guides’! As a member, you can register (see the button […]
Tourists from some non-European Union countries are now only allowed to rent a car or a motorcycle in Greece if they have an International Driving License, in addition to a national permit from their home country, according to new regulations. However, there is a list of 60 non-EU countries, including Switzerland, Russia, Georgia, Finland, Moldova, […]
There are two bus companies on the island, RODA and KTEL, both have their main termini in Rhodes New Town. RODA Bus Company RODA operates in the urban area of Rhodes Town, the suburban areas (i.e. local buses) in Koskinou- Faliraki- Ixia- Filerimos Ialissos- Kremasti- Pastida- Maritsa- Paradisi. They also service the interurban regions of […]
As heat waves in Greece during July and August become more common and, in cases, more severe, personal cooling devices are a great addition to your holiday packing list. One of the latest innovations is Neck Fans. There are numerous designs on the market, but the best we feel are the devices incorporating “TEC Ice […]
As part of our continuing plans to offer you the most comprehensive and customer-oriented travel guides available, for 2026, we are offering a further unique free service. In partnership with selected businesses, each island will have an ‘A to Z Ambassador’. Our aim for the service is to offer our ‘Travel Club’ members a contact […]
Research shows that the Mediterranean diet which includes about four tablespoons of olive oil a day as the main source of fat, along with lots of vegetables, fish and very little red meat, butter or processed grains, can reduce the risk of a serious heart attack by 25%. Olive oil is good for the heart […]
One of the most endearing and ancient Greek traditions and explicitly a way of life is ‘philoxenia’, which to this day sets Greece apart as a very special country to visit. Philoxenia is the value of hospitality, literally meaning ‘friend to a stranger’. There is much more to philoxenia than mere hospitality. Over the millennia […]
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 […]
