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Ion Bogdan V. writes with sharp honesty about ideas, branding, identity, and the often messy process of naming things that matter. He explores the edge between concept and execution—whether it’s 9 CRONOS LUMYS 6 or a brand that never quite made it.

About Ion Bogdan V.

Ion Bogdan V. writes with sharp honesty about ideas, branding, identity, and the often messy process of naming things that matter. He explores the edge between concept and execution—whether it’s 9 CRONOS LUMYS 6 or a brand that never quite made it.

Five Reasons Germans Should Choose Vilnius for a Train Journey in 2026

2025-12-19 by Ion Bogdan V.

Vilnius Central Station

Vilnius emerges as a top rail destination for Germans in 2026, offering easy train access, wellness, sustainability, and rich cultural experiences.

German Travel Report Shows Fewer International Trips in 2025 as Costs Rise

2025-12-11 by Ion Bogdan V.

YouGov 2026 report

A new YouGov report reveals shifting travel habits in Germany for 2026, with rising costs, reduced trips abroad, and younger generations still leading international tourism.

Sfakia’s Black Limnóna’s Port Finally Moves an Inch

2025-12-02 by Ion Bogdan V.

Sweetwater Beach

Crete celebrates a port study that took 4.5 years and 42 approvals. Actual construction? Still a dream. Argophilia tells the truth.

UN Tourism Chief Says Greece Is Amazing, Shockingly Does Not Mention Santorini Donkey Traffic

2025-11-30 by Ion Bogdan V.

Greece global model

UN Tourism chief calls Greece a global model while hinting that overcrowding, housing issues, and “authenticity” need saving.

Bear Attack Insurance Is a Thing Now

2025-11-20 by Ion Bogdan V.

Blue Cross Bear Attack Additional Coverage

In news that sounds like it escaped from a comedy sketch, Blue Cross (Asia-Pacific) Insurance Limited has proudly announced a new product for modern travellers: “Bear Attack Additional Coverage.” Yes, insurance for when a bear physically assaults you on holiday. Truly, civilisation has peaked. Apparently, bears across Japan have stopped minding their business and started […]

Why Wuxi Is the World’s New City of Music

2025-11-20 by Ion Bogdan V.

Wuxi steel workers choir

Wuxi becomes UNESCO City of Music in 2025 with festivals, heritage, orchestras, and home-grown talent.

Tiberias Residents Report Snake Invasion

2025-11-12 by Ion Bogdan V.

Snakes Invade Tiberias

“We’re Living in a Horror Movie” According to local media, residents of Tiberias, northern Israel, say their daily routine now includes a new kind of neighbor — one that slithers. Dozens of snakes have been found inside homes, stairwells, and courtyards, prompting fear and frustration among locals who say the city’s response has been too […]

Cruise Tourism in Chania Keeps Booming

2025-11-04 by Ion Bogdan V.

cruise visitors

Nearly 400,000 cruise visitors reached Chania in 2025, confirming its rise as a year-round port of call and testing local parking skills at the same time.

Elderly Man Injured After Dog Attack Near Kalamata

2025-11-01 by Ion Bogdan V.

a Rottweiler

A longtime family dog attacked its elderly owner near Kalamata, raising questions about the stress of aging animals.

Breaking: Crete Loses Its Last Public Service — The Postman

2025-10-31 by Ion Bogdan V.

elta

Ierapetra and Makry Gialos are furious after the closure of their ELTA branches — the last surviving public service in eastern Crete. Locals now face 100 km drives for a stamp and a prayer.

Greece Unveils €2.5 Billion Plan to Save Water

2025-10-30 by Ion Bogdan V.

water scarcity in Greece €2.5 billion plan

A €2.5 billion “bold plan” aims to secure Attica’s water future. Experts predict it’ll take only 300 committees and one divine intervention to finish.

Slippers, the Soft Welcome of Home

2025-09-23 by Ion Bogdan V.

slippers

Slippers are more than footweaar. A soft welcome at the door, they carry stories of comfort, hospitality, and everyday life.

Cretan Goats Can Spell

2025-09-22 by Ion Bogdan V.

cretan goats

Cretan Goats Can Spell article again, full body with its meta, so you have it clean in one place.

Lent’s Little Lie Snails on the Plate

2025-09-21 by Ion Bogdan V.

snails

Snails are eaten during Lent despite being meat. Cheap, flavorful, and cooked with herbs and olive oil, they reveal a curious twist in Cretan tradition.

Grecotel Turns 50 With a Cretan-Style Party at Fortezza

2025-09-20 by Ion Bogdan V.

Grecotel marks 50 years with a grand music event at Rethymno’s Fortezza, honoring its employees, Cretan roots, and half a century of Greek hospitality.

Grecotel marks 50 years with a grand music event at Rethymno’s Fortezza, honoring its employees, Cretan roots, and half a century of Greek hospitality.

Prickly Pears and Hidden Fruits of Crete

2025-09-20 by Ion Bogdan V.

prickly pear

Argophilia explores Crete’s hidden fruits, from prickly pears to carob pods, pomegranates, and bitter oranges.

Karavolas Raki Festival Blends Tradition with Solidarity for Children

2025-09-17 by Ion Bogdan V.

Karavolas Raki Festival 2025 AI illustration

Karavolas Raki Festival on October 5 celebrates Cretan tradition with music, dance, and food, dedicated to Iliaktida for children with cancer.

Museum of Prehistoric Thira Wins TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice 2025

2025-09-14 by Ion Bogdan V.

Museum of Prehistoric Thira

Santorini’s Museum of Prehistoric Thira has earned a spot among the world’s top 10% on TripAdvisor and the Travelers’ Choice Award 2025.

Hydra’s Art Residencies Gamble on Culture and Luxury

2025-08-31 by Ion Bogdan V.

Hydra’s Art Residencies

Hydra’s Art Residencies is a €119 million project in Plepi aiming to mix art, olive tourism, and luxury villas.

Greece’s Weather Swings Wild This Week

2025-08-30 by Ion Bogdan V.

storm

Meteorologists warn of severe storms with hail and lightning in northwestern Greece on August 30–31, 2025, followed by a rapid heatwave pushing temperatures to 40°C

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2025-12-27 By Victoria Udrea

Livestock farmers in Rethymno staged a symbolic protest by boiling and sharing meat with citizens, and donating over one ton of meat to local soup kitchens.

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