PremiumPremiumTravelThis is how you sidestep the crowds in AthensAvoid the hordes by doing exactly as the locals do.29 Nov 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumTravelThe Greek island where inhabitants live to 100... What’s their secret?It might be time to take a dip in the radioactive hot springs.10 Nov 01:00 AM
World'Chainsaw-wielding' thieves target century-old olive treesDrought in Spain is among factors that have taken a big toll on production of olive oil.08 Nov 08:41 PM
New ZealandA battle, an escape and an olive tree: The story behind a symbol of friendshipThe symbol is a tree, planted 51 years ago, that a councillor says was ignored until now.09 Oct 05:00 PM
TravelParthenon marbles return to Greece, using Ministry's AR app.Witness the resolution of one of the world’s most heated debates on cultural heritage.08 Oct 08:21 PM
TravelBig, fat inspiration: Don't watch this film unless you have the travel fundsMy Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 will make you want to visit Corfu.23 Sep 07:30 PM
TravelDiscover the birthplace of the Olympics on a luxury cruiseDocked near Olympia, Holland America's Oosterdam offers time-travelling experiences.16 Sep 11:30 PM
TravelGreek island's best-kept secret: The cultural treasures of Apeiranthos villageThis jewel in the crown is off the tourist radar... for now.12 Sep 11:30 PM
TravelGreek bars accused of reselling unfinished drinks back to tourists28 bars were closed in raids over tainted alcohol claims and undeclared receipts.11 Sep 08:08 PM
WorldDeath toll from fierce storms and flooding in Greece, Turkey and Bulgaria risesRescue teams have recovered the bodies of seven more people.07 Sep 03:45 AM
TravelHorror video shows ferry crew push passenger to his death after he arrived lateCrew members arrested for their 'illegal acts'.06 Sep 09:43 PM
World'The battle continues': Greece wildfires abatingThe fire has been burning for 17 days through the Evros region.05 Sep 01:48 AM
World‘We’ll find you’: Greek minister lashes out at arsonistsGreece’s largest current blaze burns for the eighth day, causing at least 20 deaths.27 Aug 01:17 AM
TravelThinking of Europe? This island is the perfect off-peak destinationAutumn is approaching, bringing fewer tourists and a more comfortable climate on Crete.19 Aug 06:30 PM
PremiumPremiumTravel$64 to sit on the beach: Locals revolt over tourist deckchair takeoverNew York Times: Protests erupt in Greece as beach bars flout the rules and claim the sand.16 Aug 11:44 PM
TravelDirector Ben Crowder on his life in travel: Memories, packing tips and favourite spotsBesides directing, Crowder's global journeys take the centre stage.14 Aug 06:00 PM
TravelWhat Athens in Greece, stays in Greece: The ultimate to-do listWith so much to see and do in the Greek capital, make this quick-fire guide your go-to.12 Aug 10:00 PM
TravelHot, crowded, cheap and dreamy: Travellers reveal what summer in Europe was likeTravellers who escaped winter in NZ tell Herald Travel what Europe was like.10 Aug 07:18 PM
TravelGreece plans hourly caps on visitors to ancient AcropolisVisits to Greece’s most popular archaeological site will be capped starting next month.02 Aug 08:09 PM
PremiumPremiumWorldGreek hotels fear a burning future: ‘Even the animals are moving away’New York Times: Effects of climate change pose a threat to Greece’s tourism industry.27 Jul 02:49 AM
TravelShould I cancel my holiday to Europe because of the heatwave?An historic heatwave in southern Europe is making some travellers rethink their plans.27 Jul 12:30 AM
PremiumPremiumNew Zealand'People dropped everything and ran': Whanganui family witness wildfire panic in GreeceA Whanganui family in Greece describes evacuation panic during wildfires.26 Jul 03:00 AM
TravelShocking footage shows Greek wildfire destroy 5-star luxury resortThe quick clip showed the hotel before and after.25 Jul 11:11 PM
WorldPlane fighting Greek island wildfire crashes, killing both pilotsA firefighting plane has crashed in southern Greece, killing both crew members.25 Jul 08:13 PM
World'We are at war': New evacuations ordered on Greek island as high winds and heat fuel wildfiresTourists on Rhodes say travel companies had failed to provide information or help.24 Jul 04:28 PM
World'There was panic': Massive evacuation under way on Greek island of RhodesWildfires are burning for a sixth day in Rhodes on three fronts.23 Jul 08:43 PM
WorldThousands of tourists evacuated as wildfire rages on Greek islandAbout 2000 people, including tourists, were evacuated by sea.23 Jul 03:46 AM
TravelEurope heatwave leads to strikes at popular tourist attractionWorkers are striking at Athens historic attraction as temperatures hit 45C.21 Jul 12:56 AM
World'It is really dreadful': Temperatures soar to dangerous levels in EuropeThe second heatwave in as many weeks has hit the Mediterranean hard.18 Jul 08:16 PM
WorldPeople and pets seek shade and cool as Europe sizzles under heat waveThe mercury is forecast to top 40 degrees in several tourist destinations.15 Jul 09:04 PM
PremiumPremiumEntertainmentKiwi sailors party with George Clooney in GreecePeter Burling and Blair Tuke rubbed shoulders with a star-studded line-up in Greece.08 Jul 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldA superyacht gave a lifeline to 100 migrants thrown into the seaNew York Times: World’s waterways have become a reflection of global inequalities.22 Jun 06:00 AM
WorldGreek coast guard defends actions as more than 500 migrants feared dead in wreckCriticism has mounted over Europe’s yearslong failure to prevent such tragedies.17 Jun 12:28 AM
WorldMigrant vessel sinks off Greece: At least 79 deadMany more people are missing in one of the worst disasters of its kind this year.14 Jun 10:20 PM
