
What Do Red, Yellow, and Other Flags on Greek Beaches Mean and What to Do When They Are Displayed?
Every color of the flag on the beach carries an important warning that can mean the difference between safe enjoyment in the sea and potential dangers and unwanted consequences. Understanding these flags is crucial for your safety, whether you swim, bathe, or simply spend time at the beach.
What does each color of the lifeguard flags on the beaches mean?
Green flag - the beach is safe for swimming
When the
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Sunbed Prices in Halkidiki, Thassos, and Epirus – Where Are They Free and Where Most Expensive?
Learn about the prices of sunbeds in Halkidiki, Thassos, and Epirus. Plan your vacation budget with information on prices in beach bars, including free options and the most expensive ones on popular beaches.
Prices of sunbeds and consumption on beaches in Greece season 2025.
During the season, a large number of questions you address to us are related to the prices of sunbeds on the beautiful beaches of Halkidiki, Thassos, and
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The road to Greece via the Dojran border crossing
It often happens that large crowds form at border crossings to Greece during the summer season. There are no rules or a sure way to avoid the crowd, but a general piece of advice is to avoid traveling on weekends and before holidays. Typically, there are fewer crowds at night and at alternative border crossings. This last statement does not always hold true, as sometimes there are crowds even at
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How to get cheap internet in Greece? Nikana eSIM – stay connected the moment you cross the border
You are traveling to Greece and wondering how to use the internet without roaming and complications? Instead of searching where to buy a SIM card in Greece, thinking about top-ups, setting up your phone, and wasting time at kiosks - there is a simpler solution.
**Forget physical Greek SIM cards and try Nikana eSIM - a digital SIM card that allows you to have mobile internet in Greece as soon as
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Summer Festivals in Greece
Festivals in Greece 2025 – A Guide by Dates, Regions and Performers
A holiday in Greece can also be a great opportunity to visit some of the festivals that take place throughout the summer throughout Greece and feature famous international and Greek artists. Below, we will mention some of the most famous music and theater festivals in Greece for July and August 2025.
Sani Festival – Stars on the Hill
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Market places in northern Greece
Some say that the market reflects the soul of the city. Perhaps markets are no longer what they used to be, but they are still very popular in tourist destinations, both among tourists and locals. The main reasons for this are lower prices of fruits and vegetables, as well as clothing and household items.
Where and when are the markets in Khalkidhiki, the Thessaloniki region, and Thassos?
This question is frequently
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Environmental (formerly residence) Tax in Greece
Taxes for vacations in Greece 2025.
Since January 1, 2025, an amendment to the law on residence taxes has come into force in Greece, which will now be called the ECOLOGICAL TAX or a tax for managing the climate crisis.
Due to the major natural disasters that have struck Greece in recent years (fires, floods, etc.), it has been decided to rename and repurpose the residence tax into an ecological tax,
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Fires in Greece – What Tourists Need to Know
Greece is one of the favorite destinations for summer vacations due to its natural beauty, warm sea, and Mediterranean ambiance. However, during the summer months, especially from May to October, this country faces an increased risk of wildfires.
During the season, Greece is visited by over 45 million tourists, and it is extremely important for everyone to be aware of how to behave responsibly and not provoke a fire with risky
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