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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.

Exceptional Summer Forecast for Spain’s Tourist Accommodations in 2024

2024-06-23 by Manuel Santos

GuestReady

GuestReady forecasts a remarkably successful summer in 2024 for tourist accommodation bookings across Spain

Bidding for Beachfront Access in Mykonos, Paros, Milos, Naxos Hits €1 Million

2024-06-22 by Manuel Santos

Mykonos Beach

Bidding wars for Mykonos, Paros, Milos, and Naxos public beaches hit nearly 1 million euros.

Heraklion’s Coastal Waters Meet All the Quality Standards for Swimmers

2024-06-21 by Manuel Santos

swimming

The Cretan Sea meets the water quality standards for swimmers in the Heraklion Regional Unit.

EasyJet Cancels Flights from Naples and Milan to Sitia Airport

2024-06-21 by Manuel Santos

Sitia Airport

Starting in June and continuing until the end of August, easyJet will no longer operate flights from Naples and Milan to Sitia Airport.

ERA Issues Safety Measures for Greece’s Railway Network

2024-06-11 by Manuel Santos

ERA Issues Safety Measures for Greece's Railway Network

ERA has urged Greece’s rail agencies to improve safety after last year’s fatal Tempe train crash that killed 57.

Palmilhar Portugal Hiking Trail Aims to Balance Tourism

2024-06-11 by Manuel Santos

Alenquer - Palmilhar Portugal

New plans aim to create the world’s longest circular hiking route, the 3,000 km Palmilhar Portugal (Walking Portugal). Designed to guide tourists away from crowded spots like Lisbon and the Algarve, this route will traverse 100 less-explored scenic areas across the country. The project is progressing, with the first section set to open this July […]

Majestic Titans of the Ocean: The World’s Largest Cruise Ships

2024-06-10 by Manuel Santos

Icon of the Seas

Cruise ships beautifully showcase human ingenuity, where massive size intersects with opulent luxury to create floating metropolises. Here, we delve into the five most magnificent ocean liners that captivate with their dimensions, ownership, and extraordinary amenities. Icon of the Seas Royal Caribbean International owns the Icon of the Seas, the current monarch of maritime grandeur. […]

An Unforgettable Sailing Spectacle: AEGEAN 600 (July 5-13)

2024-06-09 by Manuel Santos

Aegean 600

AEGEAN 600 returns July 5-13 with 70 boats from 25 countries. Be part of this unparalleled sailing adventure. Click to learn more!

#SOSforBiodiversity by Relais & Châteaux and Ethic Ocean for Marine Conservation

2024-06-08 by Manuel Santos

#SOSforBiodiversity: eels are endangered

Relais & Châteaux and Ethic Ocean launched #SOSforBiodiversity to raise awareness about overexploited seafood, like eel, and focus on sustainable options.

Kyustendil Gears Up for the Annual Cherry Festival

2024-06-07 by Manuel Santos

Kyustendil Cherry Festival in Bulgaria will take place from June 28 to June 30

The Kyustendil Cherry Festival in Bulgaria will take place from June 28 to June 30, showcasing cherry specialties and entertainment.

Healthy Seas Launches Operation Ghost Farms – Reclaiming Waters in Greece

2024-06-07 by Manuel Santos

Healthy Seas Greece

Healthy Seas has started a year-long operation to reclaim waters from abandoned fish farms along the Western Greece coast.

Golden Sands: Over 1.5 Million Euros Raised Through Crete Beach Concessions

2024-06-05 by Manuel Santos

Beach concessions are pricey.

To date, over 120 organized beaches across Crete have been successfully auctioned generating over 1.5 million euros through beach concessions.

Ryanair, easyJet Fined for ‘Abusive’ Practices

2024-06-04 by Manuel Santos

easyJet

Spanish Ministry of Consumer Affairs imposes a €150 million fine on Ryanair, Vueling, easyJet, and Volotea for exploiting passengers.

Astir Marina on Athenian Riviera Opens for Summer 2024

2024-06-03 by Manuel Santos

Astir Marina

Astir Marina on the prestigious Athenian Riviera opened its doors, offering a privileged haven for luxury yachts venturing into Greece.

Crete Has the Most Blue Flag Beaches in Greece

2024-05-25 by Manuel Santos

Crete blue flag beaches

In Crete, there are 146 Blue Flag beaches 51 in the Lassithi Regional Unit, together with Chania 38, Rethymno 22, and Heraklion 35.

Türkiye to Create Marine Parks in the Aegean Sea

2024-05-25 by Manuel Santos

Türkiye initiated plans to map out its marine parks in the Aegean region after Greece announced the creation of two similar protected areas.

Patras Art Festival: A Multidisciplinary Celebration (June 29-30)

2024-05-23 by Manuel Santos

Patras Art Festival poster

Patras Art Festival (PAF) returns to the Peloponnesian city for its fourth year, taking place on June 29-30 under the theme “Get Closer.”

Crete’s Depleted Dams Spark Water Crisis This Summer

2024-05-22 by Manuel Santos

water shortage crisis

As the summer season approaches, the island of Crete is bracing for a water shortage crisis. The dams are running low.

Ionian Islands to Get State-of-the-Art Marina Infrastructure

2024-05-21 by Manuel Santos

Ionian islands: Lefkas Marina

Lefkas Marina aerial view.

Béné Tipping Now Offers a Groundbreaking Cashless Tipping Platform for Hospitality Providers

2024-05-20 by Manuel Santos

Béné Tipping

Béné Tipping, veteran-owned digital tipping platform for hospitality providers, adds first-ever tipping feature for employees and customers.

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