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Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

New Acropolis Store Nearing Completion

2025-01-22 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Acropolis store project is almost complete and it will soon offer modern services and improved functionality for a better visitor experience.

Travel Trends 2025: Calmcations

2025-01-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Calmcations

Calmcations in 2025: tech-free cabins, soothing Norwegian soundscapes, and off-grid retreats for true relaxation.

The Heartiest Greek Lentil Soup You’ll Ever Eat

2025-01-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Try the best Greek lentil soup (Fakes) recipe! Healthy, hearty, and easy to make, this classic fakes is packed with flavor.

Mountain Lodging Dynamics Before Greek Orthodox Easter

2025-01-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Greek mountain lodging seeks stability pre-Easter 2025 amid mixed holiday outcomes and weather-dependence.

Olive Farming in Crete Hit Hard by EU Policies. SEDIK Calls for Change

2025-01-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Crete’s olive farming faces challenges due to EU agricultural policies. SEDIK raises concerns over shrinking subsidies and calls for change.

Preserving History at the Phaistos Archaeological Site

2025-01-18 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Phaistos archaeological site

The Phaistos archaeological site undergoes restoration and accessibility upgrades for preservation and a better visitor experience.

Kursum Mosque in Kastoria to Be Restored and Repurposed as a Cultural Centre

2025-01-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Kursum Mosque

Restoration of Kastoria’s Kursum Mosque highlights its layered history, archaeological finds, and future as a cultural hub.

Jared Kushner’s Bold Plans for Sazan Island

2025-01-17 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Jared Kushner’s $1.4 billion luxury resort project will transform Sazan Island into “a paradise where luxury meets adventure.”

Greece Aims to Implement Groundbreaking Green Classification for All Its Hotels

2025-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Greece’s groundbreaking green classification for hotels will focus on sustainability and environmental standards in global tourism.

Greece to Implement Energy Efficiency Plan for Mountain Tourist Accommodations

2025-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Innovative strategies boost energy efficiency in Greek mountain lodges. Grants up to €80,000 aim for cleaner, greener tourism.

Solo Your Cretan Craft Beer Invites Libationists to the First Solo Open Thursdays of 2025

2025-01-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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The first Solo Your Cretan Craft Beer Open Thursdays of 2025 offers Free Brazilian food with beer, Happy Hour, and music inside the brewery.

Ancient Pelinna Restoration Will Preserve the Monument and Provide an Accessible Visitor Experience

2025-01-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

View of the wall at the Acropolis of Ancient Pelinna

Restoration works at Ancient Pelinna in its northwest bastion aim to create a welcoming, safe archaeological site for visitors.

Greek Ministry of Culture Plans to Revive the Agios Georgios Acropolis in Fourni Korseon

2025-01-14 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Agios Georgios Acropolis

Plans for the Agios Georgios Acropolis restoration include improved access, preservation, and facilities to enrich the visitor experience.

New Routes and Viewpoints Enhance Accessibility at the Ancient Agora of Athens and Kerameikos

2025-01-13 by Mihaela Lica Butler

3D visualization of the routes at the Ancient Agora of Athens

Recent enhancements at the Ancient Agora of Athens and Kerameikos archaeological sites bring improved accessibility, better visitor flow, and upgraded amenities. The projects, managed by the Greek Ministry of Culture, aim to restore ancient pathways while creating new routes for all visitors, including individuals with mobility challenges. Added viewing points and rest areas enhance the […]

Athens Marks 5,000 Tree Plantings in 2024 with a 700-Year-Old Olive Tree

2025-01-04 by Mihaela Lica Butler

700-year-old Olive Tree

To mark the milestone of planting 5,000 trees in 2024, Athens Mayor Haris Doukas participated in a symbolic tree-planting event on December 31, 2024. The star of the day? A 700-year-old olive tree is now rooted in front of the Old Parliament building on Stadiou Street. Key Highlights from Athens’ Green Project in 2024 A […]

Archaeological Site of Gortyn to Get Accessibility Upgrades

2024-12-26 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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The Ministry of Culture focuses on improving visitor pathways and accessibility at the significant archaeological site of Gortyn in Crete. These initiatives aim to make the ancient ruins more accessible for individuals with disabilities or mobility issues. The improvements are part of a larger restoration project, which includes preserving and highlighting key monuments. This broader […]

Crete to Soon Open the Anogeia Cultural Park

2024-12-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Anogeia Cultural Park

Anogeia Cultural Park will reshape cultural tourism. With a budget of €4M, this project honours the heritage and boosts cultural tourism.

Marriott Expands Outdoor Collection with Postcard Cabins

2024-12-13 by Mihaela Lica Butler

By 2025, Postcard Cabins will become part of Marriott’s travel platforms, including the Marriott Bonvoy program.

By 2025, Postcard Cabins will become part of Marriott’s travel platforms, including the Marriott Bonvoy program, with over 219 million members worldwide.

Ancient Relics Found Beneath Athens Store

2024-12-12 by Mihaela Lica Butler

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Over 3,000 coins and 102 ancient relics were uncovered in Athens, spanning from geometric to post-Byzantine eras.

TUI Group Eyes Poland Expansion

2024-12-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

TUI Group CEO

TUI Group is expanding in Eastern Europe, with growth strategies set to redefine travel in Poland and beyond.

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After years of delays, reviews, and dormant paperwork, the state is finally moving forward with the demolition of illegal structures along Crete’s coastline. In early January, the Decentralized Administration of Crete signed a works contract that clears the way for the execution of final demolition orders affecting beaches, the foreshore, forest land, and reforestation zones […]

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2026-01-05 By Kostas Raptis

Kastelli Airport is “65% complete” again. Delays, timelines, optimism, and Crete’s legendary siga-siga culture collide.

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Crete’s reputation often suffers from isolated incidents amplified into myths, but the island is safer than headlines suggest.

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Why Crete Smells Like Burned Olive Wood in Winter (And Why That’s Normal)

2026-01-01 By Mihaela Lica Butler

From October to May, winter in Crete smells of burning olive wood. It looks illegal, feels confusing, and is completely normal — if you understand the island.

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Crete Plans €2 Million in Culture and Sports as Infrastructure Falls Behind

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Crete announces a €2.06 million cultural and sports programme for 2026, even as water shortages, infrastructure strain, and airport delays raise hard questions.

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