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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.

Wine, Reels & Real Deals: Greece’s Cinematic Tourism Push

2025-08-16 by Manuel Santos

Greek National Tourism Organization supports events in Corinth, Patras, and Kos to promote cinema tourism and boost Germany-Greece ties.

Greek National Tourism Organization supports events in Corinth, Patras, and Kos to promote cinema tourism and boost Germany-Greece ties.

Paralimni–Deryneia in Cyprus Launches Full-scale Upgrade of Dive Sites

2025-08-14 by Manuel Santos

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Paralimni–Deryneia is giving its dive sites a glow-up with better access, new signage, and a full diving guide. Cyprus’s east coast is ready to lure divers in deeper.

Five Euros for Imbros Gorge Is a Bargain — Here’s Why

2025-08-14 by Manuel Santos

The towering walls of Imbros Gorge

Paying to Protect One of Crete’s Natural Icons Starting soon, hiking the Imbros Gorge — the third most visited in Crete after Samaria and Agia Irini — will cost visitors €5. The Municipality of Sfakia has approved the plan and sent it to the Ministry of Environment and Energy for approval, following the example of […]

Santorini Landslide Risk Gets Six-Month Scientific Intervention

2025-08-14 by Manuel Santos

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The University of Athens will lead a six-month project to tackle landslide risks in Santorini’s caldera, targeting high-risk areas from Athinios to Oia.

Lasithi Strategic Development Plan Targets Growth and Entrepreneurship

2025-08-13 by Manuel Santos

Rolling Lasithi mountains

Lasithi, the smallest of Crete’s regional units, may cover less ground than its neighbors, but it holds a wealth of untapped potential. Now, the Region of Crete is putting that potential in focus with a fresh strategic blueprint designed to unite local assets, modern opportunities, and long-term planning into one cohesive vision. The Lasithi Strategic […]

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