The wines of Northern Greece are becoming ever more popular, with visits to the region’s wineries increasing year-on-year. In 2023, direct sales at the region’s wineries topped 7.2 million euros, with expections that this year will be even greater. Northern Greece has 35 wineries, stretching from Zitsa in Epirus and reaching as far as Adriani […]
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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While everyone hopes that holidays will always be free of medical problems, occasionally, mishaps can happen that require professional help. To that end, the medical services on the island are of a very high standard, with doctors and dentists employing the most modern clinical procedures, whilst utilising the latest medical equipment. The vast majority speak […]
Greeks are historically superstitious, and many beliefs live on, especially in rural areas. Below are a few that you won’t find in the majority of travel guides! With Orthodox Easter fast approaching, there are many traditions and superstitions relating to this celebration. One is regarding salt, eggs and bread, which should not leave a home […]
Our aim is not only to publish the most accurate and up-to-date travel guides available but to also save you money, before and during your holiday. With this in mind, we have selected a range of exclusive member discounts and special offers for your 2026 holiday. All you are required to do is show your […]
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
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]
