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Kostas Raptis is a reporter living in Heraklion, Crete, where he covers the fast-moving world of AI and smart technology. He first discovered the island in 2016 and never quite forgot it—finally making the move in 2022. Now based in the city he once only dreamed of calling home, Kostas brings a curious eye and a human touch to the stories shaping our digital future.

KLM’s Ask Atlas Helps You Find Your Next Dream Destination

2024-05-01 by Kostas Raptis

Ask Atlas

Ask Atlas utilizes artificial intelligence to deliver individualized inspiration to KLM travelers.

MyCoast App Reclaims Beaches from Private Encroachment

2024-05-01 by Kostas Raptis

MyCoast app phone

Use the MyCoast app to reclaim public beaches from businesses overstepping bounds with sunbeds and umbrellas.

Ryan Reynolds Is the New CIO of Yas Island Abu Dhabi

2024-04-30 by Kostas Raptis

Ryan Reynolds

Yas Island Abu Dhabi has unveiled Hollywood’s most charismatic superstar Ryan Reynolds as its newest Chief Island Officer (CIO).

The Great Beer Festival of Athens Coming to Technopolis May 10-12 (Program)

2024-04-29 by Kostas Raptis

The Great Beer Festival of Athens

Mark your calendar for The Great Beer Festival of Athens, May 10-12, 2024 – a haven for beer lovers at the Technopolis City of Athens.

Holihouse Wins Silver at the Tourism Awards 2024

2024-04-26 by Kostas Raptis

Holihouse

Holihouse’s commitment to advanced AI technologies and data analytics garnered a prestigious Silver Award at the Tourism Awards 2024.

Saudia Launches Beta Travel Companion Platform

2024-04-25 by Kostas Raptis

Saudia

Saudia (IATA: SV, ICAO: SVA, Callsign: SAUDIA)), Saudi Arabia’s national airline, has debuted its cutting-edge AI-driven digital platform, the Travel Companion (TC). This is the first step in a two-year strategy to use digital advances to transform the tourism business. Working in tandem with the multinational consulting and technology company Accenture, Saudia’s Travel Companion will […]

Jean-Michel Jarre Flies in KleinVision’s AirCar

2024-04-24 by Kostas Raptis

Jean-Michel Jarre with the AirCar

Jean-Michel Jarre takes off in the AirCar, pioneering new heights in KleinVision’s revolutionary flying vehicle.

BeCause and WTTC Partner to Further More Sustainable Hotel Operations

2024-04-24 by Kostas Raptis

Illustration image for BeCause and WTTC partnership

BeCause joins forces with the WTTC to set new standards in sustainable hotel practices.

Bangkok’s Iconic Dusit Thani Hotel Reopens in September with Early Booking Perks

2024-04-23 by Kostas Raptis

Dusit Thani Bangkok Hotel

Starting May 1, 2024, early bookers will receive a nightly credit of USD 75 (THB 2,700 net) for dining and spa treatments and other appealing benefits.

Record Turkish Visitors to Five Greek Islands

2024-04-12 by Kostas Raptis

Rhodes Greece

Fast-track temporary visa for Turkish tourists led to record numbers of visitors to five Greek islands: Lesvos, Chios, Samos, Kos, Rhodes.

Must-have Gadget: Travel CPAP Machines

2024-04-11 by Kostas Raptis

Travel CPAP Machines

To cater to sleep apnea patients seeking reliable portable therapy options, CPAP Liquidators has launched a new line of travel CPAP machines.

The Wild Atlantic Way Celebrates a Decade of Tourism

2024-04-11 by Kostas Raptis

Wild Atlantic Way

Offering cinematic beauty, off-the-beaten-track experiences and transcendently beautiful coastal scenery, the Wild Atlantic Way has been one of the island of Ireland’s most successful tourism stories. 10 years on, it is as compelling as ever.

Nium’s Virtual Cards Aid Scott Dunn in Improving Hotel Cash Flow Management

2024-04-03 by Kostas Raptis

virtual cards

Nium’s virtual card technology helps travel brokers pay airlines, hotels, and the global travel ecosystem in more than 20 local currencies.

Must-have Gadget this Summer: COOLiFY Cyber by TORRAS 

2024-04-01 by Kostas Raptis

COOLiFY Cyber

TORRAS, a pioneering technology brand, today unveiled COOLiFY Cyber, a groundbreaking personal cooling device.

Crete Hotel Workers Oppose Biometric Presence Monitoring

2024-04-01 by Kostas Raptis

Biometric Methods

Local media neakriti. gr reported on Monday that hotel employees in Crete are opposed to management using biometric methods and cameras to monitor employee presence. The Association of Hotel Employees of the Prefecture of Heraklion expresses concern over the potential implementation of biometric attendance tracking and video surveillance systems, deeming them a violation of individual […]

Trip.com and Capital A Berhad Form Strategic Partnership

2024-04-01 by Kostas Raptis

Capital A Berhad and Trip.com signed a wide-ranging strategic partnership that will see the two companies collaborate across multiple business lines.

Capital A Berhad and Trip.com signed a wide-ranging strategic partnership that will see the two companies collaborate across multiple business lines.

Unifi Aviation Promises 500 Refugee Jobs by 2027

2024-03-31 by Kostas Raptis

Unifi Aviation

Unifi Aviation is pledging to employ 500 refugees over the next three years. The company already employs 200 refugees.

Fourth AI Platform for Hospitality Launched

2024-03-21 by Kostas Raptis

Fourth AI Platform

Fourth AI Platform, the first for hospitality, optimizes scheduling and inventory management with real-time forecasts.

Air Serbia and The New Terminal One at JFK Announce New Partnership

2024-03-21 by Kostas Raptis

The New Terminal One

The New Terminal One at New York John F. Kennedy International Airport has announced a new partnership with Air Serbia

China UnionPay Improves Payment Services with Project Excellence 2024

2024-03-18 by Kostas Raptis

UnionPay billboard at airport

China UnionPay showcased 29 business achievements, including launching international cards, expanding e-wallet services abroad, etc.

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