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Eastern Europe

Cyprus Declares Victory Before the Season Ends

Cyprus officials promise “record-breaking” tourism for 2025 and beyond, crediting themselves for numbers the sun achieved.

How to Gut a Marine Park Bureaucracy Greek Style

Greece’s Culture Ministry lifted fishing restrictions in Alonissos Marine Park, enabling trawlers to enter protected waters and sparking an environmental…

Thessaloniki Bike Lanes Deemed High Risk in New Study

Over 65% of Thessaloniki’s cycling lanes are considered high risk, lacking barriers from car traffic.

Vilnius Gastronomy Week 2025 Brings Baltic Flavors to the World

From pinecone ice cream to venison waffles, Vilnius Gastronomy Week invites travelers to taste Lithuania’s “Gastronomy Without Borders.”

Greek Study Finds Pools Innocent in Water Crisis

A new study proves Greek swimming pools are not draining the nation dry — it’s the old pipes, the leaks,…

EOT’s New Vision for Greek Tourism Presented in Rethymno

Andreas Fiorentinos, met with Crete’s Hotel Association to discuss sustainability, funding, and the extension of Greece’s tourism season in 2025.

Why Tourists Should Care About Crete’s Bees

The Municipality of Gortyna has voiced strong support for Crete’s beekeepers, vital guardians of the island’s honey, agriculture, and environment.…

Greek Diaspora in Australia Turns Memory Into a Living Museum

At Sydney’s Australian National Maritime Museum, Greek Australians mark the first anniversary of Our People, Their Stories.

How Chili Peppers From Turkey Found a Home in Crete

Imported from Turkey centuries ago, chili peppers became an unlikely staple in Crete’s kitchens — adding subtle fire to meze…

Pears, the Golden Fruit of Quiet Summers

Explore Greece’s beloved pears: their varieties, health benefits, and how they transform both sweet and savory dishes.