How much does the life of an ordinary family or couple in Thessaloniki cost in 2023? We wrote about this last year as well. To the surprise of many, the cost of living in Greece (basic necessities) hasn't increased significantly compared to last year.

In the comments, compare it to the cost of living in Belgrade and other Serbian cities.

Making ends meet until the end of the month is a topic

EMERGENCY - SOS NUMBERS IN GREECE

Save this page and the emergency phone numbers you can contact in case they are needed while on vacation in Greece.

The unique European free emergency number: 112 (free SMS is also available).

Emergency services in Greece:

Police: +30 100
Emergency service (EKAB): +30 166
Firefighters: +30 199
Tourist police: +30 171 (works as part of the Greek police - ELAS)
Coast Guard: +30 108
Roadside assistance: +30 21 0606

A large number of tourists ask us where to take a break on the way to the sea? Where to rest from the drive in a restaurant with good food, as well as recommendations for overnight stays, so they can continue the journey to the resort feeling refreshed.

One of the places is the winery founded by King Aleksandar Karađorđević and named after Queen Marija, the King's wife. The winery has

In Greece, the coastal areas and beaches are a precious public asset that belongs to the state. According to Greek law, bars and hotels are allowed to use up to a maximum of 50% of the beach for setting up umbrellas and sun loungers, but as we all know, this is often not the case. Many beaches are completely covered with umbrellas, and on some of them, entrance is only

Summer is the time when large queues form at the border crossings to Greece. Waiting in line and wasting unnecessary time can be extremely frustrating during the journey to the seaside. To avoid wasting time and stress, you can use live cameras that provide you with real-time information about the border conditions.
On the live cameras, you can see the traffic flow at the border crossing, whether there are any delays,

On Crete, a small shark approached the shore, while in Serifos, a group of young people was surprised to find a three-meter shark swimming near their inflatable boat. A shark was also spotted in Zakynthos, and just two days ago, sharks were caught in fishermen's nets in Kilini and Nafplio.

What is happening with sharks in Greek waters?

Greek professor of fish biology and fisheries, Thanasis Kykleras, explained whether sharks living

Panagia - Assumption of the Virgin Mary, is one of the largest holidays in the Orthodox Church and a national holiday in Greece. It is celebrated with special joy and is also referred to as the "Summer Easter." If you happen to be on vacation during this time, expect bustling crowds, as it's a significant period for the local population during the tourist season.
In towns, villages, islands, monasteries, and chapels,

The number of flood victims in Greece has risen to 15, and there are still individuals listed as missing. Many villages in Thessaly are still completely submerged. For those unfamiliar, the region most affected by the floods is called Thessaly, located in central Greece. It's known primarily for wheat cultivation, as well as fruits, vegetables, and livestock. This area is often referred to as Greece's breadbasket.
Currently, nearly the entire Thessalian