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Greece: the best islands to visit this summer
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).From the gastronomic isles of the Cyclades to the enigmatic ruins of the Dodecanese, each of the six main Greek island groups has its own distinct character. Yet, look closely and you’ll find that more unites than sets them apart: there are secluded towns loved by local
Why you should go hiking in Symi, Greece
This article was produced by National Geographic Traveller (UK).“Ela!” says Valantis Makrakis with a huff, mid-step, one hand clutching his side, the other lifted in greeting. A young man nods back as he trots down the sloping street, followed by a litter of cats. “Kalimera!” Valantis says again to a woman, who answers with a
Greece facing 40C weekend while record US heat wave set to expand
The pedestrian zone near the Acropolis in Athens is empty of tourists and residents as Greece faces its hottest July weekend in 50 years. Greece was Saturday facing its hottest July weekend in 50 years, with temperatures forecast to soar above 40 Celsius (104 Fahrenheit), while a record-breaking heat wave stretching across the southern United
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Greece doubles power bill help for households as prices soar
Wind turbines are seen on a hill in front of a power station near the village of Macynia, Greece, March 17, 2021. Picture taken March 17, 2021. REUTERS/Alkis KonstantinidisATHENS, Oct 8 (Reuters) - Greece will double power and gas bill subsidies and increase handouts to help households tackle soaring energy prices, Finance Minister Christos Staikouras…