Turkey

Turkey Wildfires Are the Worst Ever – Experts Say It’s Only the Beginning

2021-07-31 by Phil Butler

Wildfires are ravaging areas of southern Turkey. According to the reports, unprecedented fires have forced tourists and locals to evacuate.

Panagia Sumela Monastery Frescoes Vandalized in Turkey

2020-08-10 by Phil Butler

Vandals have defaced priceless Byzantine frescoes in the Holy Monastery of Panagia Sumela in Trabzon, according to reports from Turkey.

Greece 2020 Tourism to Take a Hit from COVID-19 and Refugees

2020-03-04 by Phil Butler

With the 2020 tourism season looming just ahead, Greece faces several serious challenges that could end up stifling industry growth.

WWF Calls for Action to Save the Mediterranean Sea

2019-12-12 by Phil Butler

The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) has now called for countries to adhere to the agreements of its Mediterannean Sea Initiative.

Southern Mediterranean Destinations Win Out for Summer 2018 Growth

2018-11-14 by Aleksandr Shatskih

According to a European Travel Commission’s latest report, “European Tourism – Trends & Prospects 2018”, 32 out of 34 reporting destinations showed growth for the summer season. In all, 1 in 4 destinations enjoyed double-digit increases in arrivals.