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Undiscovered European holiday spot dubbed 'new Greece' — 20C temperatures and £2 pints
Daily Express
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September 14, 2025
Greece, celebrated for its picturesque islands, pristine white buildings and crystal-clear waters, remains one of Europe's most sought-after holiday destinations, attracting visitors from around the globe keen to soak up its Mamma Mia magic. Yet,...
These are the 'happiest' holiday destinations in the world, according to new study
Nine
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September 13, 2025
Holidays are meant to fill us with happy feelings, but some travel destinations are definitely known for serving up a side of stress as well. In order to help you choose a holiday spot primed with more bliss than blah, travel experts from...
The eerie abandoned European ghost village now a haven for dark tourism
Daily Express
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September 13, 2025
Tucked away in the mountains in northwest Greece lies a village that is one of the country's best-kept secrets. Located on the northeastern slopes of Mount Kasidiaris overlooking the valley of Ano Kalamas, some 29 miles from Ioannina, the capital...
UK travellers affected by Greece rental limits
Euro Weekly News
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September 13, 2025
Acropolis crowds. Credit: Laurence Berger - Shutterstock Greece has began to introduce new travel restrictions to combat so-called overtourism, which will potentially affect UK tourists visiting popular destinations like Athens and the Cyclades...
Greece to hit tourists with new rules that could stop Brits staying in popular locations
Daily Express
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September 13, 2025
The Greek government has proposed new measures that could prevent tourists from visiting some of the country's most popular destinations.Under new travel regulations, holidaymakers could face a ban from travelling to certain regions, in a bid to...
French Minister and Photographer Muriel Pénicaud Speaks on Tomorrow’s Work and Unveils New Exhibition in Athens
To Vima
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September 13, 2025
How will artificial intelligence, ecological evolution, and the changing relationship with employment shape the world of work in the next decade? The four simultaneous transformations we are experiencing today are historically unprecedented in...
29 European countries to scrap passport stamps for biometric systems: Implications for African travellers
Business Insider Africa
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September 13, 2025
By April 2026, European countries will rely on biometric systems such as facial images, fingerprints, and digital records to fully replace traditional passport stamps, long a symbol of travel and international movement. The EU is not alone in this...
Europe’s New Travel Pass Launches In 2026: The 5 Things Americans Need To Do Now To Be Ready
Travel Off Path
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September 13, 2025
The last quarter of 2026 might sound like it's a ways off, but in the world of travel planning, it's right around the corner. If you're already dreaming of that big European trip for late next year or 2027, you're not alone. But there's a new,...
Notorious Greek-American Mafia Boss Spyros Velentzas Dies in Prison
Greek Reporter
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September 13, 2025
New York police officers. Credit: faungg’s photos / Flickr / CC BY-NC-ND 2.0 Spyros Velentzas, the Greek-American mob figure long known in Astoria, Queens of New York in the US as “Sakaflias,” died a few days ago in an American federal prison,...
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Plan A Fall Weekend Full Of Bourbon, Hiking Trails, And Good Eats In This Kentucky Gem
Southern Living
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Key Takeaways Frankfort, Kentucky, is the state's capital, but it has a small town feel, with mom-and-pop businesses in a historic downtown and plenty of opportunities to spend time in nature. Plan a fall weekend with tours at area distilleries,...
'I hope we can be neighbors': Stefanos Tsitsipas reacts to Djokovic’s move to Greece
Yardbarker
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September 13, 2025
Stefanos Tsitsipas has arrived at OAKA in Athens with mixed emotions. On one hand, he is preparing to lead Greece in the Davis Cup clash against Brazil. On the other, his recent US Open campaign ended in disappointment, with a second-round defeat...
Flying: The make-or-break of any holiday
The Boar
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The cornerstone of all travel journalism has always been destination advice: from familiar favourites to hidden treasures, consumers can gain trustworthy advice on where and where not to go. Even social media, though less highbrow, now offers...
Greek general strike October 1st! – No to 13-hour shifts bill
The News Line
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September 12, 2025
Greece’s largest trade union congress the GSEE has announced a 24-hour general strike on 1st October against a government bill allowing 13-hour daily shifts. They are demanding a 37.5-hour working week instead, with polls showing strong support...
The New Icons of Travel: TOURISE Awards Unveil Shortlist for Global Tourism Excellence
Breaking Travel News
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September 12, 2025
A new movement is sweeping through the travel industry, one that’s less about volume and more about value, less about sheer size and more about soul. That shift is on full display today with the unveiling of the inaugural TOURISE Awards shortlist....
Everything UK travellers need to know about EU entry and exit system starting in October
Chronicle Live
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September 13, 2025
UK travellers are being warned about major changes coming in for anyone going to EU countries from October. A new digital border system will be introduced that will change requirements for people travelling to the Schengen area. The new Entry/Exit...
Kirk Herbstreit's dog Peter travels to College GameDay
The Tennessean
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Kirk Herbstreit’s dog Peter walks around ESPN "College GameDay" set, in front of Ayres Hall on the University of Tennessee at Knoxville campus September, 12, 2025, before the No. 15 Tennessee Volunteers host the No. 3 Georgia Bulldogs.Caitie...
Summer’s almost over but these supermarket wines are like a holiday in a bottle
Metro
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September 13, 2025
Sip these for a final taste of summer (Picture: Getty Images/fStop) I don’t know about you, but I’m not ready to let summer go just yet. Nope, I’m clinging to sunny season like I’m Jack in Titanic, grappling onto the floating door before meeting...
Major changes British holidaymakers will face next month as 'digital records' introduced including taking fingerprints
Liverpool Echo
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September 13, 2025
The EU is planning to introduce an Entry/Exit system (EES) across Europe this year. This is a new digital border system that will change requirements for British nationals travelling to the Schengen area. The Schengen area allows more than 400m...
Greece loses to Turkey in EuroBasket semis as Giannis is held in check
Fond du Lac Reporter - Wisconsin
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For the honor, the privilege and the obligation to play for his home country, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo once again cut short his summer offseason to suit up in the blue and white. But this time his team, Greece, ran into a red-hot...
Surprising long-haul destinations Brits ditching 'overcrowded' Greece and Spain for
The Mirror
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September 13, 2025
According to new research, some key non-European destinations have enticed Brits away from their typical hotspots this summer. While Italy, Spain and Greece continue to deal with the repercussions of over-tourism, British travellers are casting...