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Sailing ban lifted as ferries resume from Rafina and Lavrio: extra services for raised passenger numbers
Gale-force winds reaching force 9 continue across much of the Aegean, with severe weather bulletins still in force in the Kafireas Strait, Evia Strait and Kythira Sea, and passengers urged to confirm sailings with operators
Forbes: The Best Destinations in the world to live after retirement, including four cities in Greece
The American magazine weighs up the cost of living, healthcare, taxation, safety, and requirements for permanent residency — See the full list of 24 countries
Greece wins over European tourists as 29% plan a visit, with demand growing beyond summer
A new GNTO survey across ten European markets finds strong interest in visiting Greece beyond peak summer, with safety and hospitality rated highly, though value for money remains a comparatively weaker point requiring further attention
Ferry ban continues at Rafina and Lavrio as authorities say Saturday’s ferry schedule uncertain
Coast Guard officials say a final decision on Saturday's departures will be confirmed this evening, with strong winds keeping Rafina and Lavrio suspended while most Piraeus routes operate normally and passengers are urged to check
No travel abroad without the new ID card as of August 3
From Monday, only new-format identity cards will be accepted for travel outside Greece, with passports now no longer issued to holders of the old blue cards, as nearly 600,000 renewal appointments are already booked nationwide
EU: New rules for carry-on baggage & greater transparency in airfares
The new European framework provides for a free personal item and a small carry-on bag, greater transparency in ticket prices, faster compensation, and stronger protections for families and vulnerable passengers, prompting objections from low-cost airlines
Mount Olympus added to the UNESCO World Heritage List
The decision constitutes a significant international recognition of the exceptional natural, ecological, and cultural value of the "Mountain of the Gods," while also strengthening prospects for its protection and promotion
