3 d. ago Photos show migrants intercepted near Crete arrive at the Greek port of Lavrio from Libya

More than 500 migrants arrived at the port of Lavrio near Athens on Thursday after being intercepted south of the island of Crete, after a surge of arrivals from Libya.

Culture

1 week ago Crete wildfires mapped: Mass evacuations as fires burn on south coast of holiday island

A wildfire is raging in Crete while large parts of Greece remain under an orange fire warning

Events

1 week ago Voices: ‘Have more children’ is simplistic and idealistic – who can afford to start a family, minister?

As education secretary Bridget Phillipson suggests that young people should have more babies, Victoria Richards says it has a nice ring – but the government must do one little thing first

Politics

2 w. ago Free Greater Manchester attraction introduces entry fee, but visitors say it's worth every penny

Fans say it will still be an affordable family day out

Politics

2 w. ago Tourists risk £1,500 fine for breaking new rules in major tourist destination

Tourists visiting the a popular resort town in Europe could face on-the-spot fines of up to £1,500 under tough new rules aimed at curbing antisocial behaviour.

Economics

3 w. ago Free surf lessons for kids at Europe’s largest inland surf resort this July

Scotland’s most exciting new holiday destination is making waves for families this summer - with free surf lessons and sessions for kids throughout July.

Politics

3 w. ago The best kids club resorts in Europe 2025: Where to stay for family

Want to take the kids on holiday and still get a break yourself? Here are the ideal places to stay

Society

3 w. ago Best kids club resorts in Europe 2025: Where to stay for family

Want to take the kids on holiday and still get a break yourself? Here are the ideal places to stay

Society

3 w. ago Tourists risk hefty fines for having popular holiday item on European beaches this summer

Holidaymakers jetting off to some of Europe's most popular beach resorts this summer could face fines of up to £1,700 if they're caught with one popular holiday item

Society

4 w. ago RAY MASSEY: Aston Martin helps usher in era of the 'iDashboard'

The new Ultra option is set to be rolled out across the entire motor industry, with more affordable family marques expected to be among those next in line for the update.

Politics

last month 10 of the best affordable family resorts in Europe: from Crete to South Tyrol

It’s all the sunshine without the splurge at these wallet – and kid – friendly summer hotels

Politics