Condé Nast Traveller unveils the 15 must-visit Greek islands for 2026, blending iconic favorites like Santorini and Mykonos with serene gems such as Sifnos, Paros, Kefalonia, and Kastellorizo. Perfect inspiration for authentic island-hopping adventures.
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On December 28, 1915—110 years ago today—French forces occupied Kastellorizo at the request of its inhabitants, permanently ending Ottoman Turkish rule over Greece’s easternmost island. After passing through Italian control post-World War I, the Dodecanese island officially joined Greece in 1948.
On September 1, 2025, armed Turkish F-16s entered Greek airspace near Rhodes and Kastellorizo for the first time in 30 months, raising tensions in the Aegean. The incursion, coupled with provocative statements from Turkish Foreign Minister Hakan Fidan, coincides with Greece’s plans for a Greece-Cyprus electrical cable and upcoming hydrocarbon exploration south of Crete.
Greece will see unsettled weather on Monday, August 18, 2025, with rain and thunderstorms forecast across several regions, particularly in the afternoon. According to the Hellenic National Meteorological Service, southwestern Epirus, western Thessaly, and central-western mainland Greece may experience heavy showers and storms, potentially with hail. Temperatures will reach 31-34°C, with winds blowing at 3-6 Beaufort. The unstable weather is expected to continue into Tuesday.
Kazzi Beach Greek has brought the soul of Kastellorizo to Bondi’s shoreline, with whitewashed walls, cascades of bougainvillea and a menu drawn from generations of island recipes.
Turkey’s recent designation of two “marine parks” in the Aegean Sea, announced last week by…
WA Liberal leader Basil Zempilas trades suits for board shorts on a family holiday in Kastellorizo, Greece, soaking up the Mediterranean sun and sharing moments of relaxation on Instagram.
Former Italian Prime Minister Massimo D’Alema has called on Greece to deepen cooperation with Turkey, emphasizing its role as a key regional power. In an interview with *TA NEA Weekend* at the Delphi Economic Forum’s Slemani meeting, D’Alema also urged the EU to negotiate with Russia for a new European security framework, warning that the Ukraine war cannot be won militarily. Highlighting the need for a unified Europe, he stressed pragmatic dialogue with Turkey on issues like migration and pointed to Kastellorizo as a symbol of necessary collaboration.
Greece has finalized its Marine Spatial Planning (MSP) and released an official map, aiming to balance ecological, economic, and social objectives in its maritime areas, while Turkey vows to protect its rights in the Aegean and Cyprus.
Despina Achladioti, known as the Lady of Ro, raised the Greek flag every day for over 40 years on the remote islet of Ro, near Turkey, from the 1920s until her death in 1982. Living alone after her husband’s passing, her defiant act, sparked by removing a Turkish flag in 1927, symbolized Greek resilience through war and tensions. Honored by the Greek Navy and buried with military honors, her legacy endures as soldiers continue her flag-raising tradition.
The European Commission has extended the express visa program for Turkish citizens visiting Greece’s Aegean islands for another year, starting April 1, 2025. The seven-day visas, issued at island ports, now include Patmos and Samothrace alongside ten other islands, boosting tourism and strengthening ties between the two nations.
The **10th Beyond Borders | Kastellorizo International Documentary Festival** (August 24-31, 2025) is now accepting submissions from Greek and international documentary filmmakers. Featuring **42 films** across competitive sections, the festival highlights **history, sociopolitical issues, human rights, and cross-border themes**. With **€27,500 in awards**, it offers a global platform for both emerging and established creators. Submissions are open from **January 3 to April 30, 2025**, via **FilmFreeway** and the festival’s official website. Join us in **Kastellorizo** for a celebration of powerful storytelling!
Hulusi Akar, former Turkish Minister of Defense, made assertive statements regarding Turkey’s regional policies, highlighting the country’s firm stance on Cyprus and suggesting that Turkish soldiers could swim to Kastellorizo. He also emphasized the potential for future cooperation with Syria if stability is achieved, while criticizing the U.S. over the F-35 program. Akar underlined Turkey’s sovereign rights in the Eastern Mediterranean and expressed Turkey’s ongoing commitments as a guarantor country.
Defense Minister Nikos Dendias celebrated the 81st anniversary of Kastellorizo’s liberation on Friday, highlighting the small island’s outsized importance to Greece’s maritime sovereignty… Dendias stressed that Kastellorizo plays a ‘crucial role’ in defining Greece’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and continental shelf.”
Defence Minister Nikos Dendias, speaking at the 81st anniversary of Megisti Island’s liberation, emphasized Kastellorizo’s crucial role in Greece’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ). He reaffirmed Greece’s commitment to defending its maritime rights under international law, rejecting any opposing claims. Dendias also highlighted how Greece’s EEZ agreement with Egypt strengthens national and European interests.
The Beyond Borders International Documentary Festival stands as a beacon for cinematic excellence and social…
Greece and Turkey are at odds again after Ankara issued a NAVTEX authorizing research by its vessel “Akdeniz Apastirma-1” in an area claimed by Greece. This move directly contests Greece’s authority to manage maritime operations in the region.
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Another five Greek islands have opened to tourism from Turkish citizens through the expedited visa…
The Aegean Sea, a shimmering tapestry of turquoise and sapphire, cradles countless Greek islands, each…
Traditional Christmas carols were sung to Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis at the Maximos Palace by…
Greece will reportedly offer a one-year visa-on-arrival program for Turkish citizens visiting the Aegean islands,…
Kastellorizo is a small, but magical Greek island located in the southeastern Mediterranean.
With the couple Anthony Liveris and Amelia MacKinnon beaming with happiness, their wedding took place…
The picturesque port of Kastellorizo has been crowded since Friday morning, with the luxury yachts…
Despina Achladioti known as the Lady of Ro (Κυρά της Ρω) was a passionate Greek…
Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan went on another provocative and delirious rant, unleashing threats against…
Warlike rhetoric was once again adopted by Turkey’s Defense Minister Hulusi Akar, who not only…
Turkish media are once again targeting Greek military chief General Konstantine Floros due to visiting…
