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Cyclists looking towards Lindos, Rhodes. Photo source: Visit Greece

Rhodes Fires: 84% of Island’s Hotels Unaffected

Eighty-four percent of the hotels on Rhodes and 81 percent of available rooms were not affected by last month’s fires.

Posted On 07 Aug 2023

Greek MP Tables Plan for Immediate Regeneration of Fire-hit Rhodes

A Greek lawmaker has tabled seven actions that will help regenerate Rhodes after the devastating fires last month.

Posted On 01 Aug 2023

Tourism Campaign for Fire-stricken Rhodes to Launch

A campaign promoting Rhodes to its main tourism markets will launch to support the island’s areas that were affected by the recent wildfires.

Posted On 28 Jul 2023

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Photo source: WWF/ Photo by Apollon Gerolympos.

WWF Greece Reiterates Call for New Fire Prevention Plan

WWF Greece reiterated its call on the government to decide on a fire prevention plan for the years ahead as the climate crisis takes hold.

Posted On 25 Jul 2023

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

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

Rhodes, Greece: Q&A for Tourists Affected by the Wildfires

The Greek government has released a Q&A for visitors affected by the wildfires on the island of Rhodes.

Posted On 23 Jul 2023

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

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