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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.

Olive Harvest Season in Crete Draws Near

2024-10-11 by Manuel Santos

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Living on Crete intricately ties with olive cultivation. The cycle of planting, caring for, and harvesting olives punctuates daily life and leaves visible markers on the landscape. Greece is a significant player in the olive oil market, producing about 350,000 tons annually. Predominantly, Crete’s olives are dedicated to crafting virgin and extra virgin oils, much […]

Discover Diving Will Take You to the Depths of Crete

2024-10-08 by Manuel Santos

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Dive into the Heart of Chania Chania Diving Centre is a ray of hope for enthusiasts seeking extraordinary underwater adventures. Affiliated with PADI, this centre guarantees a premier level of dive instruction, ensuring your competence is acknowledged wherever your aquatic explorations take you. Chania is a true diving haven where one can encounter its dazzling […]

Club Med Gregolimano Reopens After Exetensive Renovation

2024-10-07 by Manuel Santos

Club Med Gregolimano

The all-inclusive Club Med Gregolimano reopened its doors after an extensive refurbishment. Henri Giscard d’Estaing, the President of Club Med, attended the ceremony, along with key political and community leaders such as local MPs and regional officials. The event was a testament to the longstanding relationship between Club Med and Greece, a bond rooted in […]

Syedra Ancient City to Become a Nighttime Museum

2024-10-07 by Manuel Santos

Syedra Ancient City

In Antalya’s southwest, the ambitious plan to transform the Syedra Ancient City into a “Night Museum” is gathering momentum.

DiscoverEU Distributes Free Travel Passes for Young EU Explorers

2024-10-05 by Manuel Santos

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35,500 DiscoverEU travel passes will soon be distributed to 18-year-olds eager to experience Europe without the burden of travel costs.

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