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Manuel began his journey as a lifeguard on Sant Sebastià Beach and later worked as a barista—two roles that deepened his love for coastal life and local stories. Now based part-time in Crete, he brings a Mediterranean spirit to his writing and is currently exploring Spain’s surf beaches for a book project that blends adventure, culture, and coastline.

Cockroaches Cause Chaos at Heraklion Airport

2025-06-10 by Manuel Santos

airport cockroaches

Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis airport sees cockroaches crawling out during peak tourist season, causing upset among travelers and raising questions about hygiene and health standards.

Arctic Adventures Iceland South Coast Tour Wins 2025 Viator Experience Award

2025-06-06 by Manuel Santos

Arctic Adventures

Arctic Adventures’ Iceland, South Coast Full-Day Small-Group Tour from Reykjavik, operated by Your Day Tours, wins top honors in the 2025 Viator Experience Awards.

World Environment Day 2025 in Agios Nikolaos

2025-06-05 by Manuel Santos

World Environment Day 2025

Agios Nikolaos has marked World Environment Day 2025 by tackling plastic pollution through community actions.

SEATRAC Facilities Return to Kamari and Perissa in Santorini

2025-06-04 by Manuel Santos

Santorini SEATRAC beach view

Santorini SEATRAC facilities arrive early this June on Kamari and Perissa beaches.

Swimming Prohibited Areas on Rethymno Beaches

2025-06-04 by Manuel Santos

swimming prohibited

Discover which Rethymno beaches have swimming prohibited. Detailed guidance from the Regional Health Directorate of Crete.

Daleela Ferry Starts Cyprus-Greece Service for the 2025 Season

2025-06-04 by Manuel Santos

Cyprus-Greece ferry

Sun-soaked and expectant, the quay at Limassol buzzed last Saturday as the Daleela ferry launched its first trip to Greece for the 2025 maritime season. You could almost taste the salt in the breeze or hear Odysseus laughing at the irony—this iconic Cyprus-Greece ferry route, now in its fourth season, is still the only sea […]

38 Electric City Bikes Now Available in Platanias

2025-06-03 by Manuel Santos

38 electric city bikes

Platanias introduces 38 electric city bikes for free use, marking World Bicycle Day with a project promoting sustainable urban travel.

Beach Legislation in Greece: Key Rules for Public Access and Rights

2025-06-03 by Manuel Santos

Beach legislation illustration (Beach in Crete)

Beach legislation in Greece sets clear rules for public access and private operations on the beaches.

Heraklion Airport May Passenger Traffic Surged by 2.5%

2025-06-02 by Manuel Santos

Heraklion Airport arrivals passenger traffic

Passenger traffic at Heraklion Airport surged by 2.5% in May 2025. Official figures reveal top arrivals from Germany, France, and the UK.

Tour de Samos Triskelion Returns June 6–8

2025-06-01 by Manuel Santos

Tour de Samos

Tour de Samos, hosted by the Municipality of Samos and under FIA rules, returns June 6–8, offering a historic car regularity event covering 200 km.

Heavy Rains Turn Crete into an Obstacle Course

2025-06-01 by Manuel Santos

Heavy rains AI illustration

Heavy rains struck Crete overnight on June 1, causing road closures and landslides across major tourist areas.

Charted: The World’s Most Complained-About Beaches

2025-05-31 by Manuel Santos

World’s Most Complained-About Beaches AI illustration

Cloudwards analyzed thousands of TripAdvisor reviews to uncover the World’s Most Complained-About Beaches.

MOODCLOCK Art Installation in Serralunga d’Alba

2025-05-31 by Manuel Santos

MOODCLOCK public art installation by Riccardo Previdi

MOODCLOCK, a public art installation by Riccardo Previdi, debuts June 7, 2025, in Serralunga d’Alba, Italy.

Piraeus Cruise Traffic Sees 22% Surge

2025-05-30 by Manuel Santos

tourists on a cruise ship AI illustration for Piraeus cruise traffic

Piraeus cruise traffic is set for a 22% jump, turning the port into the Eastern Mediterranean’s hottest spot for cruise arrivals.

A Twilight Hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse

2025-05-30 by Manuel Santos

Aforesmenos Lighthouse tower

NatureSoul Adventures invites all seeking beauty, community, and soul-soothing views to a scenic hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse.

Seatrac at Kitroplateia Beach in Agios Nikolaos

2025-05-28 by Manuel Santos

Seatrac system at Kitroplateia Beach

The Municipality of Agios Nikolaos reactivates the Seatrac system at Kitroplateia Beach for Summer 2025, offering independent sea access for people with disabilities.

Kotsyfos Gorge Reopened After a Year

2025-05-28 by Manuel Santos

Kotsyfos Gorge reopened

Kotsyfos Gorge in Crete reopened to vehicle traffic one year after a major landslide blocked the road.

How Participating in Ocean Adventures Can Help Your Mental Health

2025-05-28 by Manuel Santos

Koolina Ocean Adventures mental health

This article explains how ocean adventures can boost mental health. Learn who can benefit, when to go, what to expect, why nature helps, and how saltwater escapades support a happier mind.

Why More Americans Are Exploring Eastern Europe During the Off-Season

2025-05-27 by Manuel Santos

American tourists

Americans, never fans of standing in line, are suddenly charmed by cities where the only crowd is a gathering of pigeons.

Why Souvlaki Prices Have Risen in Greece

2025-05-26 by Manuel Santos

souvlaki prices

Greek souvlaki prices hit 5 euros, leaving consumers and families with sticker shock in Athens and Thessaloniki.

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