Boris Johnson takes time out from stresses of EU talks – on holiday in Europe
Foreign Secretary did not let anything distract him on his trip to a beach on a Greek island
AFTER persuading the UK to lead the EU Boris Johnson has been spotted on holiday – in Europe.
With his nose in a book and his Beats headphones strapped firmly around his ears, he didn’t let anything distract him on his day trip to the beach.
The Foreign Secretary relaxed in his swim shorts after sailing to the Greek island of Trikeri for the day during his summer break.
Onlookers said the floppy-haired MP smiled and joked before planting his headphones on his head and getting stuck into a good book.
One British holidaymaker, who was sunbathing nearby, said: "The beach is a little bit of paradise and not very populated, so I think he was looking for a quiet spot.
"He seemed to be quite bubbly and jokey - but then he always seems like that when you see him on TV.
"He was clearly enjoying his family time. He was walking around the beach and joking and smiling.
"The whole family were having fun.
"I understand he has been in Greece for a few days."
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The photos were taken on St George beach on the island, which can be accessed by private or public boat, on Tuesday.
Boris and his family have been in the area for most of the week, having visited Mount Pelion in central Greece, where it is thought he has a home.
The representative for Uxbridge and South Ruislip is among the three quarters of MPs who are spending part of their summer recess abroad, compared to just over half of the general public.
A survey, by travel association Abta, found 69 per cent of Tories planned to escape Britain during the recess, compared to 78 per cent of Labour MPs.
The figures contrast with last year when 82 per cent of Tory MPs said they would holiday abroad compared to 73 per cent of Labour MPs.
Abta boss Mark Tanzer said: "Peak holiday season is well and truly upon us and, after an incredibly eventful few months on the domestic political stage, our survey shows that a majority of MPs are clearly looking forward to a holiday abroad this summer.
"As they enjoy their break in the sun, we'd ask them to think about the high level of air passenger duty they and their constituents will have paid on flights, and to support Abta's push for the Government to scrap or reduce the tax for the benefit of the economy as well as local families."
A total of 118 MPs were surveyed.