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Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

Project VORIA: Maroussi to Get a Casino at the Dilaveri Estate

2024-04-27 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Project VORIA

Work on a massive entertainment complex (Project VORIA), including a casino in Maroussi, located on the 50,000-square-meter property of the exclusive Dilaveri Estate, will start within the year.

Spirit of Armenia Festival in Yerevan May 3-5

2024-04-25 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Spirit of Armenia

The Spirit of Armenia festival will take place from Friday, May 3, to Sunday, May 5, 2024, in Yerevan’s beautiful English Park.

Kotsyfos Gorge Closure Impacts Local Tourism

2024-04-24 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Kotsyfos Gorge landslide

Following the repeated massive landslides in the Kotsyfos Gorge on January 19 and March 13, the inhabitants of the southern part of Rethymno have been enduring an unending struggle for the past month and a half. Situated twenty-two kilometres south of Rethymno, the three-kilometre Kourtaliotiko Gorge is one of the island’s most breathtaking natural attractions. […]

Deutsche Bahn to Introduce Couple Cabins

2024-04-23 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Deutsche Bahn couple cabins

Romance on rails: Deutsche Bahn’s new couple cabins combine privacy and scenery for unforgettable journeys.

International Demand for Real Estate in Greece on the Rise

2024-04-12 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Mount Lycabettus, Athens, Greece

The demand for Greek properties from international buyers is growing – about 12% compared to Q1 2023 in the first quarter of 2024

Plan to Pay a Hefty Climate Resilience Tax When You Vacation in Greece

2024-04-12 by Mihaela Lica Butler

climate resilience tax

When visiting Greece, budget for climate resilience taxes and bring local cash to pay them at your hotel.

Grim Scenario: Greece Could End Up Importing Olive Oil from China

2024-04-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

extra virgin olive oil

Due to climate change, the Mediterranean region, including Greece, might eventually need to import olive oil from third countries like northern China,

Dogs Fly First: BARK Unveils Dog-Friendly Flights Launching May 2024

2024-04-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

BARK

BARK Air launches in May 2024, offering a unique travel experience designed specifically for dogs.

Santorini Experience Returns October 3-6

2024-04-10 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Santorini Experience - Open Water Swimming

Unlock the thrill of Santorini’s Caldera runs & volcanic swims at the Santorini Experience 2024, happening Oct 3-6.

A Look at the Distinctly Delta Uniform Collection

2024-03-21 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Distinctly Delta Uniform Collection

Delta Airlines, in partnership with GPS Apparel by Gap Inc., has launched the Distinctly Delta Uniform Collection.

IQAir Releases 6th Annual World Air Quality Report

2024-03-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

air quality

For the 6th Annual World Air Quality Report, IQAir examined data from more than 30,000 air monitoring stations in 134 countries.

Heraklion’s Rental Market Sees a Steady Rise

2024-03-19 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Heraklion Rental Market

Real estate prices in Heraklion, Crete saw a surge in the 4th quarter of 2023.

Mărțișor: Origins, Traditions, and Symbolism in Romania

2024-03-05 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Mărțișoare

On March 1, Romania celebrates Mărțișor, the most famous symbol of spring. The oldest surviving Mărțișor in Romania dates from 1879.

Insights from the PwC Cyprus 2023 Real Estate Market Review

2024-03-04 by Mihaela Lica Butler

PwC Cyprus 2023 Real Estate Market Review

The PwC Cyprus 2023 Real Estate Market Review reveals pertinent statistics and trends in the country’s real estate industry.

2024 Real Estate Trends in Crete, Greece

2024-02-26 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Villa Sea Ya

Real estate trends for 2024 suggest that home price growth in Certe may slightly decrease or moderate.

Upscale Glamping at the New Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa

2024-02-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa

Savannah Sunset Resort and Spa will welcome guests with exclusive glamping experiences beginning June 14, 2024.

Crete: Appeal for a Program to Curb the Rapid Spread of Invasive Species Devastating Fishing

2024-02-13 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Silver puffer (Lagocephalus sceleratus)

In the Cretan Sea, invasive species, particularly Lagocephalus Sceleratus, multiply quickly. This puts Cretan fishermen’s livelihoods under an unprecedented financial strain.

Finnair or Thin-air: Is it OK to Weigh Travellers?

2024-02-09 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Finnair weigh passengers

Finnair is now making headlines for weighing passengers at the gate. 

Olive Oil Prices 2024 High Due to Market Scarcity and Below Average Harvest

2024-02-07 by Mihaela Lica Butler

olive oil prices

Olive oil prices 2024: The market dynamics from the end of 2023 continue, resulting in record-high valuations for refined and extra virgin olive oils.

Two Curio Collection by Hilton Resorts to Open in Greece This Summer

2024-02-07 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Isla Brown Chania Resort Curio Collection by Hilton

Isla Brown Chania Resort and Isla Brown Corinthia Resort and Spa – Curio Collection by Hilton – will welcome their first guests this summer.

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