One of Europe’s most enchanting cities and a favourite among British travellers has taken a bold step to combat overtourism and address a housing crisis. Starting this week, Athens has enacted a one-year ban on registering new short-term rental properties in several of its most popular districts, including Kolonaki, Koukaki, Pangrati, and Exarchia. The measure … Read more
This stunning European city is perfect for a winter break and it’s an exciting destination to visit for its incredible history and culture. Athens is known for its rich history, its famous parthenon and its traditional Greek culture. While it might be a city tourists typically visit in summer, Athens is a great winter destination, … Read more
If you’re on the lookout for an exceptional city perfect for pedestrians, the language experts at Preply have uncovered Europe’s leading walkable hotspots. Amongst them, a Greek city has been hailed as one of the finest for travellers who prefer to take in sights on foot. A Spanish urban haven may have clinched the title … Read more
Greek authorities on Tuesday issued an evacuation alert for the seaside town of Nea Makri in eastern Attica, as firefighters continued to battle a massive blaze burning through the Athens suburbs. Hundreds of European firefighters, backed by fire engines and waterbombing aircraft, have sought to contain the country’s worst wildfire this year. The fire began … Read more
As Greece faces unprecedented heatwaves, British tourists are experiencing severe health impacts, including loss of consciousness and even fatalities. The extreme temperatures, often surpassing 40°C, have turned popular holiday spots into dangerous zones for unprepared visitors. Tragic Incident on Skiathos Island On Friday, a 66-year-old British traveller tragically drowned at a Greek beach after losing … Read more
Greece is undeniably a dream holiday destination. With numerous stunning beaches and a rich cultural heritage, there are plenty of attractions to visit. But Priyanka Juneja, a US-based travel blogger, has pointed out three common blunders that tourists make when visiting this European gem. Posting on TikTok she said: “You definitely don’t want to make … Read more
A 2023 study by Greek employers’ organisation the Hellenic Confederation of Professionals, Craftsmen and Merchants found that Athens’ historic city centre – several neighbourhoods collectively referred to as Plaka – is now a “theme park” for tourists. Flowers in bloom in Athens in spring. Photo: Ian Lloyd Neubauer The tourism ministry has had to limit … Read more
Normal visits cost €20, or €30 for a combined ticket giving access to other sites. Tourists take photos of the ancient Acropolis in Athens, Greece. Private group visits will be held outside normal opening hours. Photo: Bloomberg Up to four Acropolis Experience group visits can take place at a time, beginning at 7am or 8pm … Read more
Extreme early summer heat and record temperatures are being endured across the northern hemisphere this month, following what was the warmest May on record globally, with an average surface air temperature 0.65 degrees Celsius above the 1991-2020 average, according to the Copernicus Climate Change Service. May was the 12th consecutive month for which the global … Read more
A volley of exclamation marks suggests anger and even disbelief, and is often followed by the immortal words: “I will never come here again.” Paris has long been called the City of Love, but the French capital has been bashed online by some visitors for lacking romance. Photo: Shutterstock The following online reviews show travellers … Read more
