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Stepped on a sea urchin? Here’s what to do straight away

As holidaymakers take to Greek waters this summer, doctors outline the seven steps for treating a sea urchin sting, from soaking the foot in hot water to removing spines safely before infection sets in properly

What the law says about pets on beaches: Where they are allowed, where they are prohibited & the exceptions

There is also a special legal framework governing the transport of pets on ferries and passenger ships

Five Greek beaches listed among 10 Best in Europe in 2026

Greece's coastlines are rated according to water quality, accessibility, available activities, natural beauty and suitability by European Best Destinations

Electronic auctions for the lease of beaches: Which beach broke the record with €487,000

See the amounts offered for beaches - The new digital system ensures high public revenues and equal participation of stakeholders, but no unreasonable bids

Online auctions for beaches and coastal areas begin

In particular, it is foreseen that around 3,250 auctions will be carried out by the deadline of 31 March 2026

Typhoon Project: 903 tons of waste collected from Greece’s coastlines

The mission of the vessel Typhoon, operated by the Athanasios Laskaridis Charitable Foundation, is unique worldwide. For six consecutive years, it has been constantly at sea, 365 days a year, cleaning inaccessible coastlines across Greece

What a nudist cruise is like – Passenger describes the 2,000 euro experience

Passengers are without clothes, but the crew is always dressed – Destinations and average age of attendees – “The chance to do so many fun things naked is indescribable,” said one passenger

The 12 beaches that will lose the “Blue Flag” in 2025

Checks continue to be carried out on all the country's award-winning coasts, mostly unannounced

Map shows jellyfish sightings and high-risk beaches

The Hellenic Biodiversity Observatory urges those swimming in specific areas "to be particularly careful"

Fish are disappearing, we’re overrun by purple jellyfish: 12+1 truths about summer’s stinging visitors that will leave you speechless

Overfishing, climate change, and temporary weather events are the main reasons our seas—especially around Evia and the Sporades—are filled with jellyfish this year

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