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Greece’s PM said prevention will be a government priority as fires continued to burn across the country for the eighth day in a row.

Greece’s Transport Ministry announced that repatriation flights would continue for tourists on fire-hit Rhodes.

The Greek Tourism Ministry will take action to immediately promote Rhodes as a “uniquely beautiful and safe destination”.

Thessaloniki’s archaeological museum has joined the Council of Europe’s Iter Vitis Cultural Route and will promote the history and culture of winemaking in Europe.

The EU is aiming to create a tourism data space that enable businesses and public authorities to share data.

The ongoing fires which have ravaged a large part of Rhodes have taken a toll on 10% of the island’s hotel capacity.

A number of flights to Rhodes from the UK have been cancelled as wildfires continue to rage on the island for the seventh day.

Greece announced a set of measures to support employees who work at enterprises affected by recent fires.

Sky express will operate all flights to and from Rhodes International Airport “Diagoras” as scheduled.

TUI has canceled all bookings to southeastern Rhodes up to and including Sunday, July 30, due to the challenging situation caused by forest fires on the Greek island.

The Greek government has released a Q&A for visitors affected by the wildfires on the island of Rhodes.

The Greek Tourism Ministry has set up a help desk on Rhodes to assist tourism bodies and travel agents due to the extreme wildfires on the island.

The Transport Ministry is facilitating passengers leaving Rhodes due to wildfires that broke out on the island over the weekend.

Greece aims to boost tourist flows from France, with promotional initiatives ahead of the 2024 Olympic Games.

The Bourtzi Fortress in the harbor of Nafplio, Peloponnese, reopens to visitors for free in August.

Thessaloniki’s traditional “hortopita” (vegetable and herbs pie) was a favorite for foodies attending the 2023 National Geographic Traveller Food Festival in London.

MANNA Arcadia, a 5-star wellness retreat in the ancient fir forest of Mount Mainalo in the Peloponnese, has opened for the season.

ANEK Lines’ 25th corporate magazine ANEKORAMA features travel getaway tips, lifestyle suggestions and articles on the history and culture of Crete.

Greek archaeological sites and monuments will remain closed between noon and 17:30 due to the heatwave that has been scorching the country.

The Municipality of Athens has announced emergency measures to help residents and visitors keep cool during the heatwave.