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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.

Must-have this Summer: Challenger Board by innovo+

2024-05-14 by Manuel Santos

Challenger boards

Designed to revolutionize the experience of paddle boarding and kayaking, the Challenger board provides versatility, performance, and ease of use.

Chania Lifeguard Crisis: Only 50% of Costs Covered by State in 2024

2024-05-13 by Manuel Santos

no lifeguard on duty sign

Chania faces recurring issues with lifeguard coverage this year, with only 50% of costs now state-funded.

Greece’s Cruise Tourism Soars 84.1% in Incredible Insights

2024-05-03 by Manuel Santos

Silver Endeavour, Gibraltar.

2023 brings a surge in Greece’s cruise tourism revenues—up by 84.1%! Find out what’s new and exciting on Greek cruises.

Greece’s Cruise Boom: $908.4M Travel Windfall

2024-05-03 by Manuel Santos

Oceania Cruises’

Cruise tourism to Greece soars, generating €908.4M in 2023, up 84.1% from last year. Discover how travelers are boosting the economy!

Heraklion Port: A Cruise Destination on the Rise

2024-05-02 by Manuel Santos

Heraklion port

The port of Heraklion has seen a remarkable increase in cruise tourists.

Visit Myrtle Beach Expands Autism-Friendly Initiatives

2024-04-30 by Manuel Santos

Splish, Splash, Squawk!

Visit Myrtle Beach welcomes families with a new autism-friendly children’s book and more inclusive activities.

198 Natura 2000 Beaches in Greece Shielded from Commercialization

2024-04-28 by Manuel Santos

Protecting Greece's coastal heritage, a ministerial decree halts the commercial use of 198 beaches in the Natura 2000 ecological network.

Protecting Greece’s coastal heritage, a ministerial decree halts the commercial use of 198 beaches in the Natura 2000 ecological network.

China Eastern Airlines Inaugurates Direct Shanghai-Marseille Flights

2024-04-27 by Manuel Santos

China Eastern Airlines

China Eastern Airlines (IATA: MU, ICAO: CES) will formally begin operating a new direct route between Shanghai and Marseille, France, on July 2 of this year. Shanghai Airlines, a China Eastern Airlines affiliate, will run the new Shanghai-Marseille route. There will be three weekly round-trip flights on Tuesdays, Fridays, and Sundays. FM871 is the flight […]

Pinterest Summer 2024 Travel Report

2024-04-26 by Manuel Santos

Pinterest

Plan your dream vacation with insights from Pinterest’s Summer 2024 Travel Report – top trends and tips inside!

Europe’s Camping Tents Market Set to Rake in $1.5 Billion by 2029

2024-04-25 by Manuel Santos

camping tents

Europe’s camping tents market is set to soar to $1.5 billion by 2029, reflecting a robust increase in outdoor leisure activities.

TripAdvisor’s 2024 Travelers’ Choice Hotels: The World’s Best Stays

2024-04-23 by Manuel Santos

Hotel Colline de France in Brazil

Tripadvisor announced the selection of winners of its annual Travelers’ Choice Best of the Best Hotels Awards.

Artificial Underwater Attraction to Open in Almyros

2024-04-13 by Manuel Santos

Crete seabed

Municipality of Almyros, home to three underwater antiquities, is planning Greece’s first artificial underwater attraction project.

Eurovision 2024: Eastern Europe’s Entries (Videos)

2024-04-12 by Manuel Santos

Nutsa Buzaladze Eurovision 2024

At Eurovision 2024, Ukraine, Slovenia, Serbia, Moldova, Greece, Cyprus, Poland, Czechia, and Azerbaijan have good chances in the finals.

Two Nobu Hotels to Open in Bulgaria

2024-04-12 by Manuel Santos

Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Sofia one of two future Nobu hotels in Bulgaria

Nobu Hospitality will open two Nobu hotels in Bulgaria: Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Sofia and Nobu Hotel and Restaurant Varna.

NEC Showcasing Biometric Solutions at Passenger Terminal Expo 2024

2024-04-11 by Manuel Santos

NEC Showcases Proven Biometric Solutions at Passenger Terminal Expo 2024

NEC will showcase its latest biometric innovations at this year’s Passenger Terminal Expo (PTE) in Frankfurt, Germany, from April 16 – 18.

Magnitude 3.5 Quake Occurs Near Tsoutsouras, Crete

2024-04-03 by Manuel Santos

Crete earthquake

More Crete and Greece earthquakes rattle the locals. A 3.5 magnitude quake near Tsoutsouras comes following a stronger Libyan Sea event.

Romania and Bulgaria Enter the Schengen Zone

2024-04-01 by Manuel Santos

On April 1, Romania and Bulgaria began their Schengen Zone integration.

The initial phase of Romania and Bulgaria’s integration into the Schengen Zone—the European Union’s passport-free travel zone—commenced on April 1st.

Valencia Airport EV Mobility Improved by EVB

2024-03-31 by Manuel Santos

EV Mobility

An EVB project has dramatically improved the Valencia Airport’s operations and represents a significant step in promoting EV mobility in Spain.

Warning: Crete Air Quality Dangerous for People at Risk

2024-03-27 by Manuel Santos

Crete air quality index

Public health authorities in Crete are informing residents about the rise in PM10 particulate matter levels caused by Sahara dust.

Budapest Spring Festival from April 29 to May 12

2024-03-21 by Manuel Santos

Budapest Spring Festival

The 44th Budapest Spring Festival will offer over 40 events across nearly 30 locations for the residents and visitors of Budapest between April 29 and May 12.

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