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Estonia Hosted Interreg Europe Digital Rural Workshop

Victoria Udrea

Interreg Europe Digital Rural workshop in Estonia (April 2-3), focused on smart villages, digital transformation, and rural innovation.

1 year ago

Rail Baltica to Connect Tallinn to Warsaw

Victoria Udrea

Upon completion, probably in 2030, Rail Baltica will enhance regional connectivity, linking the capitals from Tallinn to Warsaw.

2 years ago

Estonia Edges Towards Becoming One of Europe’s Most Expensive Countries

Victoria Udrea

Estonia’s economy, according to the Estonian Institute of Economic Research (EKI), shows signs of stabilization despite its poor state.

2 years ago

Tallinn Airport Updates Security Scanners

Manuel Santos

The replacement of security screening equipment at Tallinn Airport with new and more efficient machines will last till April.

2 years ago

Citizens of Nõo, Tartu County, Built Estonia’s Largest Snowman

Kostas Raptis

Estonia’s Largest Snowman 11-meter-high snow sculpture in Nõo, Tartu County, marked a monumental achievement for the municipality.

2 years ago

Tartu: 2024 European Capital of Culture

Mihaela Lica Butler

Tartu is a 2024 European Capital of Culture: explore the complete Tartu 2024 program to discover an occasion that aligns with your interests.

2 years ago

The EU Wants Rail Baltica to Chug Forward

Aleksandr Shatskih

The European Commission has tasked the Baltic countries with reaching an agreement on the organization and structure of the Rail Baltica European standard-gauge railroad project.

8 years ago

Avanti Destinations Adds Baltics for 2018

Aleksandr Shatskih

In news from leading independent travel agency Avanti Destinations, the group has added  Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania to its European lineup so travel agents can combine customized multi-destination independent itineraries for 2018.

8 years ago

Estonia’s EU Presidency Spells Opportunities for Tourist Sector

Aleksandr Shatskih

Estonia is ready to lead the Council of the EU over the second half of 2017 and the country prepared a number of events to mark its six-month mandate at the helm of the EU. The country is also set to celebrate the centenary of the Republic in 2018. Estonia will assume the presidency of […]

9 years ago

In Põlva County August Begins with the Intsikurmu Music Festival

Aleksandr Shatskih

Intsikurmu Music Festival takes place in August on 4 and 5. It is a popular event in a forested area, attracting both Estonian and foreign performers.

9 years ago

Fascinating Trips: Prison Tales on Lake Rummu

Mihaela Lica Butler

Whatever the season, the former prisons on Lake Rummu don’t lose their odd appeal, attracting hundreds of curious lovers of nature and adventure.

9 years ago

Tallinn to Host Tourest 2017 International Travel Trade Fair

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tourest 2017 is the 26th edition of this prestigious international travel trade fair. It takes place February 10-12 at the Estonian Fairs Centre.

9 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

27-year-old man arrested

27-Year-Old Arrested at Heraklion Port Trying to Buy Piraeus Ferry Ticket Without Travel Papers

2026-10-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Coast Guard officers arrest a 27-year-old man at Heraklion port for attempting to buy a Piraeus ferry ticket without papers and verbally abusing officers.

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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