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Rhodes Hoteliers Team Up with ‘Deliverback’ to Assist Fire-affected Travelers

Rhodes hoteliers team up with Deliverback to return luggage to holidaymakers affected by the fires on the island last month.

Posted On 01 Aug 2023

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Civil Protection Minister: More than 660 Fires in Greece, Majority Sparked by Humans

Over 660 fires broke out in Greece in the last 10 days, the majority being human-induced, said Greece’s Civil Protection Minister.

Posted On 28 Jul 2023

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Fires a Blow to Rhodes’ Tourism Season as Cancelations Rise

Fires burning for more than a week on Rhodes are taking a toll on the island’s tourism industry.

Posted On 27 Jul 2023

, By Maria Paravantes

Photo source: EU Civil Protection & Humanitarian Aid

Rhodes in State of Emergency, Island Mayor Suspects Arson

The whole island of Rhodes has been declared in a state of emergency as fires continue to burn for the ninth day.

Posted On 26 Jul 2023

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Lindos Hotels Chain on Rhodes Back to ‘Business as Usual’

The Lindos Hotels chain on Rhodes informs that its units have resumed full operations following the precautionary evacuations of guests due to the wildfires on the island.

Posted On 26 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

PM Mitsotakis Prioritizes Prevention as Fires Continue to Burn Across Greece

Greece’s PM said prevention will be a government priority as fires continued to burn across the country for the eighth day in a row.

Posted On 25 Jul 2023

, By Maria Paravantes

Tourist Repatriation Flights from Fire-hit Rhodes Continue

Greece’s Transport Ministry announced that repatriation flights would continue for tourists on fire-hit Rhodes.

Posted On 25 Jul 2023

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Greek Tourism Ministry Holds Emergency Meeting Over Rhodes Fires

The Greek Tourism Ministry will take action to immediately promote Rhodes as a “uniquely beautiful and safe destination”.

Posted On 25 Jul 2023

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German Tour Operators Cancel Flights, Holidays to Rhodes

Leading German tour operators are cancelling customers’ bookings to Rhodes due to the ongoing wildfires affecting the Greek island.

Posted On 25 Jul 2023

, By GTP editing team

An image acquired by one of the Copernicus Sentinel-2 satellites on 23 July at 9:00 UTC. The image shows the burn scar of the Rhodes wildfire and active fires. The CopernicusEMS Rapid Mapping Module (EMSR675) has been activated to monitor the affected area. Credit: European Union, Copernicus Sentinel-2 imagery.

Rhodes Fires Take Toll on 10% of Greek Island’s Hotel Capacity

The ongoing fires which have ravaged a large part of Rhodes have taken a toll on 10% of the island’s hotel capacity.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

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Rhodes Wildfires: Safety of Tourists in Greece is a Priority, Says Tourism Minister

Greek Tourism Minister Olga Kefalogianni spoke to UK media aiming to give a clear picture of the situation on Rhodes.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

Airlines Cancel Flights to Wildfire-hit Rhodes, Repatriate Tourists

A number of flights to Rhodes from the UK have been cancelled as wildfires continue to rage on the island for the seventh day.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

, By GTP editing team

Greek Labor and Social Affairs Minister Adonis Georgiadis. Photo source: Ministry of Labor and Social Affairs

Greek Gov’t Announces Support for Employees Affected by Fires

Greece announced a set of measures to support employees who work at enterprises affected by recent fires.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

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Sky express Continues Rhodes Flights, Gives Rebook or Voucher Option

Sky express will operate all flights to and from Rhodes International Airport “Diagoras” as scheduled.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

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TUI Cancels All Bookings to Southeastern Rhodes, Releases List of Affected Hotels

TUI has canceled all bookings to southeastern Rhodes up to and including Sunday, July 30, due to the challenging situation caused by forest fires on the Greek island.

Posted On 24 Jul 2023

, By GTP editing team

Rhodes Wildfires: Ministry Sets Up Hotline for Tourism Bodies, Travel Agents

The Greek Tourism Ministry has set up a help desk on Rhodes to assist tourism bodies and travel agents due to the extreme wildfires on the island.

Posted On 23 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

Greek Transport Ministry Facilitates Travelers Leaving Rhodes Due to Wildfires

The Transport Ministry is facilitating passengers leaving Rhodes due to wildfires that broke out on the island over the weekend.

Posted On 23 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

Photo source: Ministry for Climate Crisis and Civil Protection

Rhodes Wildfires: Help Desk at Airport Opens for Tourists

As wildfires rage on Rhodes, the Greek Foreign Ministry said it will open a Help Desk today at the island’s airport to assist visitors return to their countries.

Posted On 23 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis

Wildfire on Rhodes Forces Evacuation of Villages and Hotels

Over 8,000 residents and tourists were evacuated from homes and hotels on Rhodes in Greece after a wildfire burning on the island since Tuesday spread to settlements.

Posted On 22 Jul 2023

, By Nikos Krinis