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Is this the end of the Mediterranean summer holiday? Why Brits are turning to ‘cool’ destinations

TRAVEL INSIDER: As extreme heat grips the Mediterranean, more holidaymakers than ever are turning to cooler destinations like Scotland, Norway and Canada – but with half the Travel Desk still booked into Crete, Croatia and Naxos, the 'coolcation' trend isn't the full picture, as Global Travel Editor Annabel Grossman reveals…

The Independent UK

Is it safe to travel to Greece? Foreign Office latest as wildfires rage and helicopters collide

Greek firefighters have been battling to control a huge wildfire that has destroyed over 100 homes

The Independent UK

Wildfires in Greece: Blaze out of control near Rethymno in Crete

Over 220 firefighters are battling a wildfire in southern Crete, whilst strong winds are hampering aerial water drops. The funerals of the two firefighters who lost their lives Wednesday are taking place on Thursday. In Plomari on Lesbos, the fires are continuing to flare up.

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Three firefighters killed as deadly wildfires rage across southern Europe

Greece's fire department said the firefighters lost their lives while tackling separate fires on the island of Crete and in the country's southern mainland. The deaths came as soaring temperatures and strong winds made firefighting operations increasingly difficult. The wildfires now stretch across a vast area from the Atlantic coast…

The Times of India

Crete treats: a chef’s tour of her favourite Greek island

The island has a culinary tradition as old as its ancient olive trees. Our writer savours its family-run tavernas, village bakeries and local produce

The Guardian - UK

‘Infuriating’ that Jean Hanlon’s killer still free after murder conviction – son

A man in his 50s has been convicted of murder in Crete but is still free pending an appeal.

Evening Standard

Independent Travel Awards 2026: Win a three-night getaway for two at Ella Rocrita in Crete

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Poison fish with human-like teeth cause havoc for Greek islands as tourist season begins

The fish are believed to have travelled up the Suez Canal and into the Mediterranean

The Independent UK

'I'll have to buy new nets': Killer pufferfish are devastating Crete's fishing industry

Fishermen are calling for an immediate subsidy scheme to cull toxic pufferfish, while scientists look for ways to neutralise their lethal toxin.

Euronews

From Florence to Crete: 11 European hotels among the world’s best new stays

From restored palaces in Rome and Bucharest to countryside retreats in Devon and Crete, travel magazine Afar has unveiled its annual ranking of the world's best new and revamped hotels - with 11 standout properties in Europe making the cut.

Euronews

What to know about the EU's new migration and asylum reforms as they come into effect

The bloc’s new migration rules take effect on Friday after months of political wrangling. Here are the changes that are now in force.

Euronews

Crete: Palestinian arrested over alleged Hamas links and possible terror plot

According to the information available so far, the 37-year-old is believed to have links to individuals recently arrested in Cyprus on terrorism charges.

Euronews

Greece or Türkiye: Which offers the most affordable holiday this summer for Europeans?

Türkiye still tops the charts for bargain all-inclusive breaks and low day-to-day costs but, as more Turkish tourists head to Greece in search of better value, Euronews Travel compares where travellers can really get the most for their money in 2026.

Euronews

Serious staff shortages in Greek island hospitals and health centres, POEDIN finds

Greece’s National Health System is coming under severe strain from chronic understaffing, the POEDHN union representing hospital workers warns.

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Feeling hungry for Cretan cuisine? Crete named one of the world’s top dining destinations for 2026

National Geographic has picked Crete in its Best of the World list for food, and the island is also an official 2026 European region of gastronomy.

Euronews

Tennis travel: Europe’s top hotels and resorts for a grand slam holiday

Europe is a dream for tennis fans, with five-star resorts boasting world-class facilities where players of all levels can get on court to train, practice and compete.

The Guardian - UK

British Gaza flotilla activists say they needed hospital care after Israeli forces’ abuse

Alice Chapman and Zak Khan say they were beaten, kicked and spat on after detention near Crete last week

Euronews

Two flotilla detainees arrive in Israel amid fears for Spaniard Abu Keshek

Israel has confirmed that Spanish activist Saif Abu Keshek and Brazilian Thiago Ávila, detained during the raid on the Global Sumud Flotilla in international waters, are now in Israeli territory awaiting questioning. Spain deems the arrest illegal.

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The Guardian - AU

Australian activists released in Crete allege mistreatment by Israeli forces who intercepted Gaza flotilla

Zack Schofield among 175 activists taken by Israel from ships attempting to transport aid to Gaza

AAP

Australian says flotilla crews bashed by Israeli troops

An Australian activist has described bashings by Israeli soldiers who boarded their vessels on a mission to deliver aid to Gaza.

Euronews

Activists on Gaza flotilla intercepted by Israel disembark in Crete

Several European governments with nationals among those arrested have called on Israel to free the activists and called its action a flagrant contravention of international law, while Washington backed Israeli authorities, calling the flotilla a "stunt".

The Guardian - AU

Israel navy to release six Australians in Greece after intercepting Gaza flotilla

The activists’ vessels were intercepted off the coast of Crete on Wednesday evening while travelling as part of the Global Sumud Flotilla

The Times of India

'Continue seeing Gaza on YouTube': Netanyahu mocks flotilla as Israel intercepts more than 20 ships with 175 activists; draws global flak

Israel's Navy successfully intercepted a Gaza-bound flotilla carrying activists near Crete, preventing any vessels from reaching Palestinian shores. Prime Minister Netanyahu commended the operation, stating all participants were turned back. The US State Department backed Israel's actions, calling the flotilla a counterproductive stunt organized by a pro-Hamas entity.

The Guardian - UK

Israel intercepts and detains crews of Gaza aid flotilla near Crete

Global Sumud Flotilla describes interception as ‘violent raid’ while Turkey condemns it as ‘act of piracy’

The Independent UK

Israel detains nearly 200 activists after intercepting Gaza aid flotilla near Greek island

The seizure of the flotilla in international waters has been condemned as an ‘act of piracy’

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