For decades, the prospect of walking along winding, thyme-scented paths on sun-drenched Mediterranean islands has attracted Brits and other people from Europe’s cold north. But rising temperatures due to global warming are making large parts of southern Europe virtually inaccessible to hikers during the hottest summer months, experts say. The dangers of extreme temperatures have … Read more
Growing up in Texas, Mary Beth Walsh thought she was used to high temperatures. Her hometown of Dallas, which is currently plagued by incessant heat, regularly suffers from heat waves. But when the 21-year-old visited Athens with her friends in mid-June, she was shocked by the “unbearable” 98 Fahrenheit (37 Celsius) heat she faced. “I … Read more
Growing up in Texas, Mary Beth Walsh thought she was used to high temperatures. Her hometown of Dallas, currently in the throes of a persistent heatwave, experiences frequent heat waves. But when the 21-year-old visited Athens with her friends in mid-June, she was shocked by the “unbearable” 98 Fahrenheit (37 Celsius) heat she faced. “I … Read more
With hundreds of sun-drenched islands and a beach-strewn mainland lapped by blindingly blue seas, Greece is the perfect destination for those who want to relax with a loved one or enjoy some fun in the sun with adult friends. From a tropical-inspired resort with overwater bungalows to seaside hideaways with cave suites, couples in love … Read more
Lured by beautiful beaches, world-class archaeological sites and comforting cuisine, around 33 million people visited Greece in 2023, some five million more than in 2022. According to the Greek National Tourism Organization (GNTO), 2023 was also a milestone year for cruising in Greece , with seven million passengers visiting the country on board 5,230 cruise … Read more
It was a shock when Michael Mosley, a doctor and well-known TV presenter in Britain, was found dead earlier this month after walking in scorching temperatures on the Greek island of Symi. But it is now one of a series of deaths and disappearances among tourists in Greece as the country experiences a powerful heatwave … Read more
It was a shock when Michael Mosley, a doctor and well-known TV presenter in Britain, was found dead earlier this month after walking in scorching temperatures on the Greek island of Symi. But it is now one of a series of deaths and disappearances among tourists in Greece as the country experiences a powerful heatwave … Read more
Extreme weather events across the Mediterranean have occurred earlier than normal this year, with heatwaves in Greece, Cyprus and Turkey and severe flooding in Mallorca. And some weather experts say this could be the start of a sweltering summer ahead. Greece is experiencing its earliest heatwave on record, with temperatures of 43 degrees Celsius recorded … Read more
Whisper it: it’s getting easier to visit Europe without renting a car. Rental prices have fortunately fallen, but thanks to the huge increase in the number of international train networks and operators offering alternative transport options, holidaymakers can often leave the car keys at home. Of course, the consummate city buster already knows this. Those … Read more