The Ministry of Culture will restore Athens’ iconic Kokovikos House in Plaka into a Greek cinema screening venue, revealing antiquities from Classical to Byzantine eras.
Agia Triada Regeneration Project Nears Tender After Decades of Delays
Heraklion’s long-delayed Agia Triada regeneration plan—launched in 1997 and approved in 2018—may finally be tendered by late summer, with €7 million allocated for the works.
Heraklion’s Historic Chronaki House Moves Closer to Restoration With €260,000 Study Deal
Crete signed a €260,000 agreement to complete renovation studies for Heraklion’s historic Chronaki House, for full funding of restoration.
Singapore’s Kryston Catering Launches Chinese New Year Menus for 2026
Kryston Catering launches 2026 Chinese New Year halal catering menus in Singapore from Jan 16 to Mar 8, featuring reunion feasts, buffets, yusheng and early-order perks.
Crete Olive Oil Prices 2026 Stuck Around €5/kg
Crete’s olive oil prices hover at €4.80–€5.00/kg in early 2026 as sales freeze until mid-January and demand stays low across key regions.
25 Travel Resolutions for 2026
These 25 travel resolutions for 2026 are not about going farther — but about travelling better, slower, and with fewer regrets.
Mati: The Evil Eye and the Power of a Look
From jewelry and home charms to quiet rituals of protection, the Greek belief in the evil eye, mati, remains deeply woven into culture, travel, and everyday life.
Healing Journey Thailand Sets the Tone for a New Era of Luxury Travel
Healing Journey Thailand launches on January 13, 2026, positioning Thailand as a leading destination for luxury travel.
Why Greeks Put a Coin Inside the Vasilopita
The story behind the Vasilopita coin, from Saint Basil and miracles to why Greeks still slice cake for luck every New Year.
Pomegranates and New Year’s Luck in Greek Tradition
Rich in symbolism and history, the pomegranate plays a central role in Greek New Year customs, from antiquity to modern family homes.
Greek Thermal Tourism Reinvents Itself — And Younger Travelers Are Paying Attention
Greek thermal tourism evolves into a modern wellness experience, with Loutraki emerging as a year-round destination for younger visitors.
Do Snails Feel Pain? What Science Says — and What It Means for Tradition and Taste
Studies suggest snails can learn, remember, and respond to harmful stimuli. What science says about pain, intelligence, and Cretan food traditions.
Greek Honey Is an Ecosystem in a Jar
Greek honey reflects a vast beekeeping tradition, supporting ecosystems, rural communities, and biodiversity while offering proven nutritional benefits.
Rethymno Farmers Turn Protest Into a Community Table
Livestock farmers in Rethymno staged a symbolic protest by boiling and sharing meat with citizens, and donating over one ton of meat to local soup kitchens.
Arkalochori Earthquake Victims Still Live in Temporary Housing
Four years after the earthquake, families in Arkalochori still live in temporary housing, facing bureaucracy and delayed aid.
Cannubi by Umberto Bombana Earns Thailand’s First Michelin Star for Italian Cuisine
Cannubi by Umberto Bombana becomes the first Italian restaurant in Thailand to earn a Michelin star.
Lappa Avocados of Argyroupoli: From Crete’s Soil to Natural Oils, Cosmetics, and Local Delights
In Argyroupoli, Crete, Lappa Avocado turns local avocado harvests into oils, cosmetics, and artisanal products rooted in place and tradition.
How Cretans Decorate Their Homes for Christmas
Cretan Christmas decoration is modest, warm, and inward-focused. Homes favor soft lights, simple trees, food, and quiet preparation over spectacle.
Heraklion’s Missing Christmas Castle Reaches City Council
The absence of Heraklion’s Christmas Castle from Eleftherias Square reaches the City Council, as plans emerge for a future festive village near the Venetian Walls.
Vasilopita, the Cake That Opens the Greek New Year
Learn what Vasilopita is, why Greeks bake it for New Year, and how the hidden coin became a symbol of luck and shared fortune.
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