The Latest Breaking News from the Aegean Sea

In 2016, Turkey sank a retired Airbus A300 into the Aegean Sea to create an artificial reef for marine life

In June 2016, authorities in Turkey carried out an unusual experiment off the Aegean coast near the resort town of Kuşadası, deliberately sinking a retired Airbus A300 passenger jet to create an artificial reef. The aircraft, purchased by the Aydın provincial government for around 270,000 Turkish lira, or roughly $93,000…

The Times of India · Aug 20

How Greece’s ‘door visa’ gives Turkish visitors easier entry to islands in the EU

Launched in 2024, the visa-on-arrival scheme covers 12 Greek islands in the Aegean Sea. Nearly 1.5 million Turks visited Greece in 2025, up from 1.2 million the previous year.

Euronews · Jul 31

Why are Greek island houses painted blue and white: The surprising history has more to do with survival than beauty

The famous blue and white houses of the Cyclades are a brilliant example of functional design. This aesthetic was born of necessity, rather than artistic choice. Although today's travellers might think these colours honour the Greek flag or echo the Aegean Sea, their true origins lie in survival needs. This…

The Times of India · May 11

Don't panic but be aware, experts advise tourists after earthquakes rattle Greece

Two earthquakes struck near Crete and islands across the Aegean sea over the last two weeks. Experts are warning tourists to familiarise themselves with emergency guidance.

Euronews · May 22, 2025

Crete earthquake mapped: Where the magnitude 6.1 quake was most intense

The earthquake was felt across islands in the Aegean sea on Thursday morning

The Independent UK · May 22, 2025

AP PHOTOS: Orthodox monks carry on a tradition of monastic life at a cliffside Greek monastery

The Monastery of Simonos Petra clings almost impossibly to a sheer cliff above the Aegean Sea in northern Greece.

The Independent UK · May 14, 2025

Thousands evacuate Santorini as earthquakes hit island

About 9,000 people have left the island since Sunday amid series of small quakes in the Aegean Sea

Evening Standard · Feb 4, 2025

Thousands flee Santorini as hundreds of earthquakes rattle deserted Greek island

Hundreds of earthquakes reaching up to a magnitude of five have struck the Aegean Sea

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2025

As quakes rattle Greek islands, a few brave tourists enjoy having Santorini to themselves

More Greek islands closed schools Tuesday as hundreds of earthquakes ratted the Aegean Sea, while a handful of hardy tourists enjoyed having Santorini’s stunning views to themselves

The Independent UK · Feb 4, 2025

Anda Barut Collection on the Aegean sea has the ideal fitness and spa facilities for a healthy break

Come for the luxury, stay for the incredible fitness and wellness experiences at Anda Barut Collection on Turkey’s West Coast

The Independent UK · Aug 15, 2024