British holiday-makers and business travellers heading to Greece this summer have been handed a rare piece of good news in the otherwise fraught roll-out of the EU’s new Entry/Exit System (EES). Athens confirmed late on April 18 that, with immediate effect, UK passport holders will not be required to provide fingerprints or facial scans when […]
After being closed to the public in 2012, to allow for comprehensive restoration work to begin, the long-awaited reopening of the ancient theatre on the North Aegean island of Thassos took place in late summer 2025. The theatre, which is perched high on the acropolis above Limenas (Thassos Town, dates back to at least the […]
As there are four independent ferry companies servicing the routes between the mainland and the island of Thassos, the companies have combined their itineraries into one overall timetable. We have posted a link on our ‘Thassos Travel Info’ page, see example below (book password required). We hope this will simplify travelling to and from the […]
For those members who intend to visit the mainland city of Kavala during their stay on Thassos, we have supplied a comprehensive map of the city on this website (book password required). To print-off a free copy, please go to the ‘Thassos Travel Club’ pages, under the section headed ‘Thassos Maps & Panoramas’ you will […]
As of mid-April, petrol prices in Greece have risen, as elsewhere, due to the Iran War, averaging around €2.06 per litre for unleaded 95, with diesel costing approximately €2.06 per litre. Prices vary, often reaching over €2.20 on islands and in remote areas. On Thassos, the cost averages out at around €2.05 for a litre […]
The Japanese have created a new epithet for heatwaves that reach 40°C (104°F) or above, after the country experienced its hottest summer on record in 2025. The name is kokushobi, which translates as a “cruelly hot”, “brutally hot” or “severely hot” day. The name has been shortened by the Japanese Meteorological Agency to “Koku”, meaning […]
The island of Thassos, the most northerly of the Aegean islands, is little known by Western European tourists, yet it holds the record for the most return visits of any Greek island! This well-kept secret is where you will find a taste of ‘real’ Greece, offering beautiful beaches, stunning scenery and excellent value for money. […]
Booking.com confirmed on Monday that hackers have accessed customers’ personal data, including names, email addresses, phone numbers, and booking details. The global travel and hotel reservation giant notified customers this past week of the breach, according to several online posts. There are reports of people receiving phishing messages via WhatsApp in the last two weeks […]
Thursday, April 2 – Greece has been ranked number one by UK travel agents, receiving the accolades of the “Agents’ Favourite Sunshine Getaway Destination ” as well as the “Agents’ Favourite Family Destination” award. “The Travel Celebration 2026” was held last week in London and was attended by 370 professionals from across the British travel […]
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 […]
