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Mihaela Lica Butler: Travel Writer, Recipe Developer

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.

Kastrokefala, the Mycenaean Acropolis Few People Know About

2024-02-03 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Kastrokefala

Despite being just ten minutes away from Heraklion, most residents are utterly unaware of Kastrokefala’s existence.

5 Travel Advertising Trends in a Generative AI Landscape

2024-02-01 by Mihaela Lica Butler

AI-generated image for travel advertising

Travel Advertising should not succumb to Generative AI and focus on building authenticity and strong guest relationships instead.

Kommos, An Idyllic Haven for Yoga on the Beach

2024-01-23 by Mihaela Lica Butler

yoga on the beach

Yoga on the beach: if you venture to Crete will find solace in the serene tranquillity of Kommos Beach near Matala.

Rockslide Endangers Traffic in Kourtaliotiko Gorge

2024-01-20 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Rockslide Endagers Traffic in Kourtaliotiko Gorge

A rockslide occurred on the morning of Friday (19/1) in the Kourtaliotiko Gorge, causing its 24 closure to determine why the incident occurred.

Hyatt Launches “Be More Here” 2024 Global Brand Platform

2024-01-19 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Be More Here by Hyatt

The “Be More Here” platform represents a novel approach for Hyatt to manifest its care through its expanding global portfolio.

Cretan Fried Snails Recipe (Chochlioi boubouristi)

2024-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Cretan Fried Snails Recipe (Chochlioi boubouristi)

Cretan Fried Snails (Chochlioi boubouristi) are a seasonal delicacy you must try when visiting Crete.

ΖΩΗ Program: Crete to Receive 250 AEDs

2024-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

ΖΩΗ Program article illustration.

A Mobile Heart Unit and 250 defibrillators will make their debut in 2024, serving the entirety of Crete.

Athens: Pilot Program for Public Transport

2024-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

subway passenger illustration

A new pilot program in Athens allows passengers to use bank cards and smartphones in addition to traditional tickets and passes.

RevitUp.direct Adds Koukoumi Vegan Hotel to Client Roster

2024-01-16 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Yoga by the pool article illustration.

RevitUp.direct now offers Koukoumi Vegan Hotel revenue optimisation through dynamic pricing and distribution channel management.

Cretan Fishermen Worried About Invasive Silver-cheeked Toadfish Damaging Nets

2024-01-15 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Lagocephalus sceleratus measured

The desperate fishermen in Heraklion are worried about colossal Lagocephalus Sceleratus (silver-cheeked toadfish) caught in their nets.

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