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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.

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

2025-11-30 by Ion Bogdan V.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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

Ananea Rocrita Reopening Delayed to March 2026

2025-08-19 by Ion Bogdan V.

Ananea Rocrita

The former Aldiana Kreta resort near Mochlos will now reopen as Ananea Rocrita in March 2026, after construction delays.

Epirus Music Village Brings a Week of Tradition to Pogoni

2025-08-15 by Ion Bogdan V.

Epirus Music Village AI illustration

Epirus comes alive this August with the first Epirus Music Village in Pogoni — a week of workshops, concerts, and dance celebrating the region’s rich traditions.

€3.9 Million for a Small Square in Moires

2025-08-13 by Ion Bogdan V.

The Region of Crete will spend €3.9 million to redevelop Moires' compact central market. Officials promise safety, accessibility, and style.

The Region of Crete will spend €3.9 million to redevelop Moires’ compact central market. Officials promise safety, accessibility, and style.

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If November had a personality, this year it would be that friend who shows up late, dressed for a party you did not invite them to, and insists everything is fine. Because on the very last day of the month, Crete decided to cancel winter entirely and deliver temperatures that felt suspiciously like early spring. […]

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