Greek Islands

Destinations

Skip the crowds: Under-the-radar European islands to visit now

Swap overcrowded hotspots for quieter shores with these lesser-known islands, where you'll find dramatic scenery, authentic local life and fewer tourists than their famous neighbours.

15/07/2026

Travel News

Boutique hotel with pools and Jacuzzis for every room opens in Paros

The Parian Chronicle Hotel Paros, on the Greek island in the Cyclades, is exclusively for those over the age of 13.

05/07/2026

Destinations

Crete named one of the world’s top dining destinations for 2026

National Geographic has picked Crete in its Best of the World list for food, and the island is also an official 2026 European region of gastronomy.

22/05/2026

Travel News

Greeks prefer... Greece for their May Day holiday getaways

Based on Booking.com data, Greek travellers are choosing domestic destinations this weekend.

29/04/2026

Earth News

Ghost fish farms pollute Greek seas and threaten ship safety

The Greek island of Ithaca is still facing pollution years after fish farms were abandoned.

23/04/2026

Destinations

Emily in Paros? The possible Greek locations for the hit Netflix show

Here are our predictions for where the glamorous escapades of Emily will unfold next.

14/04/2026

Travel News

Greece ranked the world’s top destination for ‘dock and dine’ tourism

A study by BoatBooker revealed that Greece is the number one country for gastronomic destinations accessible exclusively by sea.

25/02/2026

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Overnight firefighting efforts contain fires in Greece

Wildfires that ignited on Wednesday near Asprochori in Oropos, close to Athens, and on the island of Thassos are now largely under control, authorities said.

10/07/2025

Travel News

As wildfires force tourists to flee, is it safe to travel to Crete?

Wildfires have burned through forest and farmland in Crete’s Ierapetra area on the island’s southern coast.

03/07/2025

Art

Santorini’s Archaeological Museum reopens after major €750k renovation

The renovated Archaeological Museum of Thera opens with the acclaimed exhibition 'Cycladic Women: Unknown Stories', previously shown at the Museum of Cycladic Art in Athens.

02/07/2025

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Firefighters continue to battle wildfire on the Greek island of Chios

Greek authorities have issued new evacuation orders on the island of Chios as firefighters continue battling a major wildfire near the main town for a second day.

23/06/2025

Destinations

How have these European islands successfully avoided overtourism?

With limited land and fragile infrastructure, islands are some of the destinations worst affected by mass tourism.

29/05/2025

Travel News

Warning for tourists after 6.1 earthquake strikes off Crete

Authorities say no major damage has been reported and there is very little risk of a tsunami.

22/05/2025

Earth News

Climate change intensified severe Greek storms, new study finds

The research found that storms are up to 15 per cent wetter now than they would have been in the past.

03/04/2025

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Floodwaters sweep away cars as heavy rain hits Paros island

Experts warn that more severe weather is on the way, with heavy rain expected to hit the Aegean islands, particularly the Cyclades.

01/04/2025

Travel News

Santorini earthquakes: Will I get a refund if I cancel my holiday?

A state of emergency has been declared in Santorini as tremors continue.

10/02/2025