The Hellenic National Meteorological Center warned that the weather in Central and Northern Greece will worsen Saturday afternoon throughout Sunday as rain and sporadic thunderstorms will hit the areas. On Saturday, the most affected will be regions in the northern Ionian Sea, Epirus, and possibly Central Greece (Periféreia Stereás Elládas) according to meteorologists. Starting midday […]
Update: Crete Police Recover Body: Possibly American Biologist Suzanne Eaton
The body of a woman thought to be American biologist Dr. Suzanne Eaton has been found in a cave in Chania, Crete.
Royal Caribbean Orders a Third Icon-Class Cruise Ship
Royal Caribbean Cruises is in the process of ordering yet another Icon-class cruise ship from shipbuilder Meyer Turku. While details have not been made public, the report says the new vessel is scheduled for delivery in 2025.
Heat Advisory Greece – Temperatures Still Cooking This Week
The National Observatory of Athens says, the heat wave that has baked much of Europe the past week will continue across much of Greece.
Prime Minister Mitsotakis Names Harry Theoharis Tourism Minister
Newly elected Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has appointed Harry Theoharis as Tourism Minister of Greece.
The WWF’s Blue Panda Heads to Ionian Sea
The World Wildlife Fund’s (WWF) Blue Panda will be sailing to the Ionian Islands to raise awareness about the risks posed by oil and gas exploitation.
Norwegian Pearl Voyages Interrupted Over Ship Repairs
st week it was announced that Norwegian Cruise Lines’ Norwegian Pearl European cruise was cut short due to needed repairs.
Airbnb Reports Online Rentals Lifting Greek Economy $1.4 billion in 2018
The Greek economy benefited from Airbnb by 1.4 billion US dollars in 2018, the online rental platform pointed out in statistics released for over 30 countries.
Chania Welcomes the Cretan World Music Festival 2019
Chania’s stunning Promaxonas San Salvador Bastion will be the site of the Cretan World Music Festival 2019.
Expedia’s Etiquette Study: Manners Fundamental for Travel Experience
Today Expedia.com® released results of its 2019 Airplane and Hotel Etiquette Study, which showed good manners vital for travel experience.
Wakeup Call: Print Media Remains Top Tourist Preference
According to a survey conducted by Bentley’s Center for Marketing Technology (CMT), print media still rules hospitality marketing.
A New Ferry Will Link Piraeus Port with Chios and Lesvos Islands
A new sea link between the port of Piraeus, initially with Mesta on Chios island and afterward with the port of Sigri on Mytilene is effect.
The Hellenic Initiative Announces the London New Leader Meetup
The Hellenic Initiative has announced a 27th June Inaugural New Leaders cocktail reception at the Orange Public House and Hotel in London
ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference to Address Crete Agricultural Adaptation
Coming up in Heraklion June 24th and 25th, the ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference will focus on the adaptation of the agricultural sector to climate change.
Kazantzakis Museum: 4th International Festival of Speech and Art in July
The Kazantzakis Museum and Region of Crete present the 4th International Festival of Speech and Art in July.