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About Hamdi Baskia

Hamdi Baskia: globe-trotter, avid reader, and storyteller extraordinaire. He journeys through life with a passport in one pocket and a book in the other, believing the best tales are lived, and then penned. Hamdi’s escapades are as entertaining as his favorite novels, and he’s convinced every travel mishap is just a plot twist. Choosing between exploring new lands and diving into a new book? Now that’s an adventure in itself!

Silver Ambitions: Charting the Dynamic Lifestyles and Aspirations of Modern Retirees

2024-03-19 by Hamdi Baskia

Modern Retirees

The modern retirees are redefining what it means to enter their silver years.

Crafting Your Ultimate Outdoor Adventure on the Water

2024-03-06 by Hamdi Baskia

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Whether it is the gentle caress of a lake’s surface or the vigorous glide of a river, water uniquely enriches our outside studies.

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Stories of Interest

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Are Tourists in Crete Safe?

2026-04-29 By Manuel Santos

Following a series of accidents and arrests in Crete, we examine the safety of the island for 2026 travelers and the importance of hotel pool regulations.

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Strikes and Historical Memory Grip Crete on May 1st

2026-04-29 By Iorgos Pappas

Labor unions in Chania and Heraklion mobilize for May Day strikes in Crete, demanding wage increases and an end to military spending.

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German Tourists Remain Reliable Economic Drivers for Crete Hospitality

2026-04-29 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete saw record-breaking 2025 tourism figures with 1.6 million German visitors. Explore the data behind the spend, the loyalty, and the challenges of the all-inclusive model.

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Dutch Tourist Rescued After Fall at the Chania Venetian Harbor

2026-04-28 By Argophilia Travel News

A Dutch traveler was rescued by the Coast Guard and EKAB after a fall at the Chania Old Venetian Harbor breakwater.

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

1st Adventure Fest Climbing Races at Peza Rescheduled

2026-04-28 By Argophilia Travel News

The 1st Adventure Fest climbing races at Peza, Kalo Chorio, are now set for May 3, after being canceled on April 25 due to bad weather.

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