ABTA Issue Statement In Regards To Wildfires in Corfu and Rhodes

In regards to the wildfires in Rhodes and Corfu,  an ABTA spokesperson has issued a statement to holidaymakers and ABTA members.

An ABTA spokesperson said “The situation in Corfu is quite different to the situation in Rhodes. The wildfire on the northeast of the island of Corfu is on a much smaller scale and is affecting significantly fewer holidaymakers. Some of the resorts were evacuated as a precautionary measure and we understand that those who were initially evacuated have mostly been able to return to their resorts and their accommodation.

“Corfu is a very large island. Hotels and resorts are open and providing holiday services. The majority of people travelling to or currently on holiday in Corfu should be able to continue their holidays as planned.

“The health and safety of customers on holiday in the region is the number one priority and ABTA members remain in close contact with the Greek authorities regarding the situation in Corfu. Customers in Corfu and those due to travel there imminently are advised to continue to monitor the situation and follow any advice issued by the local authorities or their travel company. More information is available at www.abta.com/corfuwildfire.

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An ABTA spokesperson said “ABTA is continuing to work with members to support customers affected by the wildfires in Rhodes. We understand that some of the resorts have had their evacuation order removed by the Greek authorities and people have been advised that they can return to the resorts of Lindos, Pefkos and Kalathos. Travel companies will be liaising with their accommodation providers to ensure that they are ready to receive customers and customers will be notified accordingly. More information is available at www.abta.com/rhodeswildfires.”