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Greece tourist numbers have risen, but they're spending less

The picture for the first half of 2026 is positive, with Greece drawing more tourists and higher travel income. But average spending per trip fell 0.6% in the half-year and 6.2% in June.

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West Nile virus: spread rises again in Greece as authorities stay on alert

Particular emphasis is placed on tackling mosquitoes, with targeted spraying in areas where their populations are found in higher concentrations.

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Europe’s most tourist-saturated destinations revealed

New Eurostat data shows where tourists far outnumber residents, with Greece’s South Aegean recording more than 127 tourist nights for every resident.

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EU-backed electricity link to Cyprus stalls amid regional tensions

The nearly €2 billion Great Sea Interconnector subsea cable would connect Cyprus to the EU's electricity system and end Nicosia's energy isolation. However, Turkey's maritime ambitions and financing issues have been stalling the project, which was meant to become operational in 2024.

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Three killed after helicopter crashes on Greek island of Sifnos

Video footage circulating on social media appears to show the site of the crash, with flames and plumes of dark smoke visible on a hillside.

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Greece’s tourism boom set to continue into 2027

Greece’s tourism boom looks set to extend beyond the summer peak season, with European travellers attracted to the country for the variety of experiences on offer, the friendliness of locals and safety.

Culture news

Panathenaic Stadium's marble regains its shine: First cleaning of Greek arena in a century

It was rebuilt for the first modern Olympic Games in 1896 and now serves as the ceremonial departure point for the Olympic Flame, including ahead of the 2028 Los Angeles Games.

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Wildfires devastate Europe as thousands forced to flee homes

EU Commission President Ursula von der Leyen said on Saturday afternoon that Europe was on "high wildfire alert" and that there was increasing pressure on Eastern European nations.

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Protests in Greece at arrival of Israeli cruise ship 'Crown Iris'

"They are common criminals and, yes, we don’t want them in our country. We don’t want them,” one protester said.

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Assumption Day: Greece marks its summer 'Easter' this weekend

The 15th of August is one of the most important religious festivals in the Orthodox church and a day when traditions revive and endure across Greece.

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Greece will open 126 ancient sites for free under the August full moon

Sites will be open until around midnight, and several will have live concerts, choirs or guided tours built into the programme.

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Tourists rescued by boat as forest fire threatens Greek beaches

A fire service spokesman said the evacuation had to be by sea as the flames were getting close to the beaches.

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West Nile virus surge in Greece with Attica at the epicentre

Greek authorities are concerned over the West Nile virus surge in the country, with 45 new locally transmitted infections reported last week.

Sport

Alexandri sisters come back to Greece after years abroad

From Austria, where they lived and excelled for 14 years, to their comeback for Greece and two Paris golds. Anna Maria, Irini Marina and Vasiliki Alexandri discuss their decision to return and their plans for the future.

Health news

Children's safety at sea and in pools: 10 rules that can save a life

Doctors and the Red Cross issue practical advice to help swimmers stay safe in the water this summer.

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Ithaca expects tourism surge after the release of The Odyssey

Next tourist season, the small island in the Ionian is expected to feature on the travel lists of thousands of tourists arriving from abroad.

Earth News

Italian coral smugglers arrested on Greek island

The 'red gold' of the Mediterranean is being wiped out by smugglers: Arrest on Skopelos sounds alarm over high prices and poor protections.

Economy

Household incomes plunge in Greece, Austria amid OECD-wide growth

New OECD data shows a widening gap between economic growth and household prosperity, with Greece and Austria bearing the sharpest falls in real income.

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Meridiam's entry into Great Sea Interconnector is 'vote of confidence'

Nicosia's final decisions will be based on the findings of the European Investment Bank, which will also determine the final cost of the Greece–Cyprus power interconnection project, Michalis Damianos said.

Health news

West Nile virus spreads in Europe? Greece reports surge, Italy leads

Greece and Italy are reporting the highest West Nile virus activity in Europe this season.