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Greek ferry operators are warning that ticket prices could rise ahead of the busy summer season as soaring fuel costs, higher operating expenses and ongoing geopolitical instability place mounting pressure on the country’s coastal shipping industry. The concerns come as the conflict in the Middle East continues to disrupt global energy markets, driving up the price of marine fuel and increasing operating costs for ferry companies servicing Greece’s islands. Speaking to ERTnew

Europe continues to dominate global tourism, attracting hundreds of millions of international visitors each year. New figures show that traditional favourites remain extremely popular, with Spain once again topping the list as the most visited country in Europe — and the world. Top 10 Most Visited European Countries (Overnight Stays 2025) Spain — 329.7 million nights Italy — 264.7 million nights Türkiye — 154.8 million nights France — 150.8 million nights United Kingdom — 149

Minister proposes sweeping road safety reforms with speed limits, mandatory insurance and stricter controls. The Greek government is preparing major changes to road safety laws, with Michalis Chrysochoidis announcing strict new regulations for electric scooters and calling for the complete abolition of ATVs — commonly known in Greece as “γουρούνες” (“pigs”) — on the islands. Speaking to ERTnews, the Minister of Citizen Protection unveiled a new legislative framework aimed at

Tel Aviv/Budapest - Hungarian low-cost carrier Wizz Air has announced that it will resume flights to and from Tel Aviv from May 28 after repeated delays. It referred to a recent update from the European Union Aviation Safety Agency, which issued a warning urging European carriers to exercise “increased caution” until May 27. The airline said the decision reflects ongoing coordination with international and local authorities and its commitment to safe operations. The ceasefire

Montenegro is smaller than Hawaii, but mile for mile it packs an impressively scenic punch. Hugging the eastern Adriatic coast opposite Italy's Puglia region, the destination is diverse, picturesque and welcoming yet still flies under the radar for most international travelers. Interesting and inspiring review from Travel Weekly It took me just four days to discover its dual soul -- the contrast between its coast and mountains and between its historical roots and contemporary

Features by regional filmmakers appear across the festival’s main and parallel sections Arab cinema once again has a strong presence at the Cannes Film Festival, with selections across both the main sections and parallel categories in the 2026 event. This year's line-up includes features by Moroccan, Palestinian and Yemeni directors, as well as shorts from Tunisia, Syria, Algeria, Lebanon, Morocco and Sudan. Egyptian-French filmmaker Arthur Harari is also in main competition

Air booking data suggests a summer slowdown in Americans' travel to Europe, but the luxury market appears to be flat-out thriving while the mass market might be waiting for fares to drop. Aviation data firm Cirium analyzed air bookings from early January through late April, reporting that U.S.-to-Europe transactions for travel in July were down 10.5% year over year, with Frankfurt down 22.7%, Athens down 18.2% and Munich down 12.9%. Paris, Dublin and London were down around 1

From Latvia to the Balkan coast, these destinations offer the beauty, culture and atmosphere travellers want – without the price or crowds. An interesting overview of BBC reporters. Budva, Monte Negro While Europe remains the default summer fantasy for many travellers, this year, getting there may feel less straightforward. Between overtourism, soaring airfares, the Iran war driving up fuel costs and the rollout of the EES system causing long queues and delays, the continent

London has secured the top spot among the top 10 European destinations for day trips, according to a new survey by TUI Musement. The study analyzed Google search volumes between March 2025 and February 2026 to determine which European cities travelers most often associate with day trips. Athens came in last, in 10th place, with 95,700 searches related to the term “day trips from Athens.” Among the most sought-after excursions from the Greek capital are the UNESCO World Herita

As the second Sunday of May approaches each year, families across countries like Australia prepare to honour mothers with gifts, meals and time together. While the modern celebration is widely embraced, the origins of Mother’s Day stretch back thousands of years, rooted in ancient traditions and evolving into the global occasion we recognise today. Ancient origins The earliest forms of Mother’s Day can be traced to ancient Greek and Roman civilisations. In ancient Greece, spr

The Acropolis Museum will take part in the celebration of International Museum Day under the theme “Museums connect the world,” offering a series of special activities for visitors on May 17 and 18, 2026. Sunday, May 17: Behind-the-scenes stories of a world-class museum On Sunday, the museum will be open from 09:00 to 20:00 with standard admission. Visitors will have the opportunity to attend a special presentation titled: “Acropolis Museum: Hidden stories from the journey of

While uncertainty surrounding a possible Ryanair withdrawal from its base in Thessaloniki continues to concern Northern Greece’s tourism industry, TUI Poland is strengthening links between the region and the growing Polish travel market. The arrival of the first seasonal TUI Poland flight at Thessaloniki’s “Macedonia” Airport has been viewed as a positive signal for the tourism sector at a time when fears are mounting over the future of air connectivity in Halkidiki and acros

The highly anticipated Fouquet’s Mykonos will officially open its doors on June 27, 2026, marking the French luxury hospitality group Barrière’s first venture into Greece. Located on the iconic sandy beach of Paraga, between Paraga and Paradise Beach, the new property aims to combine Parisian sophistication with the relaxed Cycladic lifestyle, targeting a high-end international clientele, particularly American visitors. Ultra-Luxury Experience As the fifth location in the exc

If you are planning a holiday in the Czech Republic or Slovakia and are thinking about where to go for a short trip, maybe an extended weekend alone or with children, we recommend that you visit a beautiful place in western Slovakia, which is located near the Czech-Slovak border and is known to almost every resident of the Czech Republic and Slovakia. This is one of the most famous spa towns in Slovakia - Trenčianske Teplice. An exceptional place in itself, rich in history, c

The village of Ouranoupolis (which beautifully translates as “Heavenly City”), located on the pristine coast of eastern Chalkidiki in Greece, is a captivating seaside village that combines deep historical Orthodox spirituality with absolute summer relaxation. It has just over 800 permanent residents (2021). This village is known worldwide as the final stop for pilgrims before entering the monastic state of Holy Mount Athos, but it is also a top holiday destination, offering b

Budget airline Ryanair is reportedly preparing to close its operational base at Macedonia Airport at the end of the summer season, triggering concern over the future of air connectivity, tourism and employment in Northern Greece. According to local media reports in Thessaloniki, company representatives informed staff on Wednesday morning that the decision to suspend the base from October has effectively been finalised, although the airline has not yet issued an official publi

Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni opened a Ministry of Culture conference on “Greek World Heritage Monuments: Strategic Vision and Management Plans” at the National Museum of Contemporary Art Athens, where officials and experts examined the future protection and promotion of Greece’s UNESCO-listed sites. Participants focused on transitioning from fragmented protection practices to a modern, holistic, and dynamic management model. The approach incorporated strategic plannin

The island of Karpathos has emerged as one of the most authentic and rising tourism destinations in the Mediterranean for 2026, according to a new list by Austrian news website oe24.at highlighting the region’s most beautiful “hidden gems” for the upcoming summer. The international recognition from one of Austria’s largest news and entertainment platforms, with a wide audience across Germany and Switzerland, confirmed the island’s growing appeal in foreign markets as a desti

Athens, 4 May 2026 — Greek wines have received major international recognition, with Vinsanto from Santorini ranking 3rd and Naousa from Macedonia placing 9th in the prestigious Top 20 Best-Rated Wine Types in the World, according to TasteAtlas. The annual ranking is based on millions of user ratings and expert reviews collected by TasteAtlas, one of the most respected food and drink databases globally. Full Top 20 Best-Rated Wines in the World Brunello di Montalcino – Tusca

Tucked in the heart of St. Mark’s Square stands one of the most important cultural institutions for the Greek world outside Greece itself — the historic Biblioteca Marciana. Often called one of the finest libraries in the world, the Marciana holds an extraordinary collection of Greek, Latin, and Oriental manuscripts, making it a vital center for classical studies and Hellenic heritage. In 1468, an important Greek scholar and leading humanist who had fled to Italy a few years