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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.

Greece Opens Summer Season with 28.2 Million Airline Seats

2025-04-06 by Kostas Raptis

Greece gears up for the summer of 2025 with 28.2 million airline seats.

Who needs personal space? Greece gears up for the summer of 2025 with 28.2 million airline seats. Hope you like crowds.

Heraklion to Host AI Tourism Conference

2025-04-04 by Kostas Raptis

AI tourism conference

A thought-provoking AI tourism conference on April 7, 2025, will tackle the impact of artificial intelligence on commerce and tourism.

Heraklion Airport Sees 36% Fall in International Flights – March 2025 Stats

2025-04-03 by Kostas Raptis

Airport

In March 2025, Heraklion Airport saw a 36% decrease in international passenger traffic despite a modest uptick in domestic flights.

AEGEAN – Oracle Cloud CX Partnership Elevates the Customer Experience

2025-03-20 by Kostas Raptis

AEGEAN Airlines used Oracle Cloud CX

AEGEAN Airlines used Oracle Cloud CX to centralize data and improve personalized travel experiences for millions of passengers.

Modern Tech for the Venetian Walls of Heraklion

2025-03-19 by Kostas Raptis

Venetian Walls of Heraklion

The Venetian Walls of Heraklion are being brought to life with new initiatives to spotlight their cultural significance and history.

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