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has issued a travel warning that struck about 18 miles north of Rhodes close to the border with . The struck close to Rhodes, a popular island in the Dodecanese which was visited by 3.5 million tourists from January to September 2024. Western Turkey was also affected, and a second quake hit Marmaris in Turkey at 2.13am, at a magnitude of 5.8, leading to at least one death and several injuried.

The earthquake took place around 2am local time today and at a depth of about 68km, according to the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre. Some tourists have even said they felt their hotel sway in the middle of the night due to the earthquake. Matty McCormick wrote on X (formerly Twitter): "Jeepers nothing like an earthquake in Rhodes to get you going at 2am. Rather surreal to feel the whole hotel move!"

Another said: "Woke us up - the hotel room shook violently while we were on holiday in Rhodes. Never felt an earthquake before, so it was a little concerning."

Emma Heatherington wrote: "Just experienced an earthquake on the last night of our holiday in Rhodes! That was crazy. Hotel rocked like a baby's cradle!! Hope everyone is OK."

A message sent by TUI to a British tourist on holiday in Rhodes states: "Dear Guests. We would like to inform you that an earthquake occurred at 02.17am with a magnitude of 6.6 on the Richter scale. The epicenter was located approximately 18 kilometres from Rhodes, at a depth of 68 kilometers (42 miles).

"Local authorities are currently assessing the situation. At this time, there are no reports of significant damage or injuries. As a precaution, please remain calm and follow any safety instructions provided by your accommodation or local officials."

Greece alone has recorded nearly twice as many earthquakes so far this year compared to all of 2024.

The UK Foreign and Commonwealth Office's advice for UK tourists visiting Greece reads: "The area around the Cycladic islands of Santorini (Thira), Anafi, Ios and Amorgos, experienced increased earthquake activity in early 2025. This increase has since subsided and the tourist season is expected to continue as usual."

The FCDO advises familiaring yourself with safety procedures in the event of an earthquake, following the advice given by the local authorities, and to call the Greek emergency services on the number, 112 if you are in immediate danger.