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UK Rules for Travelling to Greece

Below, we have added a link to the British government’s website that covers the latest rules concerning UK citizens travelling to Greece in 2026. Link to UK Government website

Greece and its Islands

Around the world, Greece is famous for its beautiful islands, but few realise there are 1,200 to 6,000 islands and islets in total, dependent on the definition of an island, but only 227 are officially designated as inhabited. The largest Greek island by area is Crete, located at the southern edge of the Aegean Sea. […]

‘A to Z’ Books on Thassos?

We have been contacted many times in the past by holidaymakers on Thassos, who after our travel guide has been recommended, ask where they can purchase a copy in local shops. Although in the past we have been able to supply locally, due to Brexit, the cost of shipping and now the addition of Customs […]

Flora and Fauna of the Aegean

If you have ever wondered what a marine animal or plant was that you have seen during your stay in the Aegean, we have added a link for members (book password required) on the ‘Links’ page for each island, with detailed information on all the Marine Fauna and Flora (and much more) that can be […]

Tsipouro

When grapes are ripe and the annual harvest has begun, the island’s locals know that it’s time to start the production of the local traditional ‘fire-water’, Tsipouro (pronounced Chip-or-o). Tsipouro is a strong distilled spirit containing approximately 45 per cent alcohol by volume and is produced from the pomace (the residue of the wine press). […]

Emergencies!

A new emergency location system in Greece, dubbed ELS, is now in operation across the country. After a successful pilot programme in Attica, it has now been rolled out nationwide. Those who call the European Emergency Number 112 from ‘smart’ Android mobile devices, or send a message (SMS), are now being located with absolute precision […]

Travel Tech

The ‘Travel Tech’ section is aimed at bringing you news and information on products and concepts that can add to the enjoyment, quality, or safety to your travel plans. We hope you find our ‘Travel Tech’ blogs of interest. Link to Travel Tech section

Common Greek Words and Phrases in Audio Format

For those who would like to speak a little Greek whilst on the islands, we have added a range of common Greek words and phrases in audio format. You will find this on your island destination ‘Travel Info’ page, in the ‘Travel Club’ section, entitled ‘Spoken Greek Phrases’. Click the link below this title, choose […]

Amazing Discovery on Thassos

A Byzantine-era skull, which has been discovered by anthropologists in the Paliokastro area on Thassos, shows signs of highly complex surgery. The skull, which dates from the early Byzantine period, which lasted from the 4-7 century AD, bears traces of surgery that are “incredibly complex,” according to researcher Anagnostis Agelarakis, Ph.D. The discovery was made […]