With Europe having the highest consumption of alcohol per capita in the world, and driving under the influence being the cause of 25% of road deaths, EU countries are both employing more stringent testing of drivers, as well as increasing penalties for driving under the influence. Italy has become the first country to make it […]
Below is a list of the most widely recommended bars and restaurants on Santorini (in alphabetical order):- Bars: Abatross Beach Club (Kamari) Bob's Bar (Perissa) Calderaki Bar (Fira) Casablanca Soul Bar (Fira) Hasapiko (Oia) Kira Thira Jazz Bar (Fira, small club, cool vibe) Koo Bar (Fira, best for dancing) Love Boat Bar (Kamari) Memories Music […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
In recent years, the Greek islands have seen an ever-increasing number of ‘all-inclusive holidays’ being offered by the major tour operators. Whilst I understand the attraction of this format of holiday for some, such as families with young children, or those on a tight budget, they are sadly having a detrimental and irreversible effect on […]
We endeavour and usually succeed in bringing you information well in advance of forthcoming tourist events on Santorini. However, official bodies and organisations in Greece are habitually late in advertising their forthcoming programmes, often only days before they happen. Some don’t even bother to advertise at all, other than by word of mouth, or ‘flyers’. […]
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 […]
The Greek government has confirmed the disembarkation fees at Greek ports for 2026. At the major cruise ship destination islands of Mykonos and Santorini, for the period from June 1 to September 30, passengers going ashore will be charged a fee of 20 euros per person. For the months of April, May and October, the […]
