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DYPA Social Tourism Just Got Extended Until June 2026, and Yes, It Can Cover Free Nights

Iorgos Pappas

DYPA Social Tourism now runs for 13 months until June 30, offering up to 6 subsidized nights + free stays in selected islands and regions

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Natura Greca Wants You to Stop Rushing Greece

Iorgos Pappas

Natura Greca unveils its 2026 Greece tours featuring small-group hiking, e-biking and culinary travel across the Cyclades, Crete, Meteora and Thassos.

1 month ago

Greece Briefly Lost Its Airspace on Sunday

Kostas Raptis

Greek airspace briefly shut down after a collapse of radio frequencies disrupted air traffic communications, prompting a preliminary investigation into the incident.

1 month ago

Ionian Sea Ferry Routes Suspended Due to Adverse Weather

Manuel Santos

Several ferry services in the Ionian Sea were cancelled due to adverse weather, affecting routes between Sami, Ithaca, Patras, Zakynthos, and Kyllini.

1 month ago

Mati: The Evil Eye and the Power of a Look

Victoria Udrea

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.

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Killing Time, Finding Art: Thessaloniki Airport’s New MOMUS Air Museum

Iorgos Pappas

MOMUS Air turns Thessaloniki Airport into a cultural stop, offering travelers free access to contemporary art while waiting to fly.

1 month ago

Pomegranates and New Year’s Luck in Greek Tradition

Victoria Udrea

Rich in symbolism and history, the pomegranate plays a central role in Greek New Year customs, from antiquity to modern family homes.

1 month ago

Greek Thermal Tourism Reinvents Itself — And Younger Travelers Are Paying Attention

Victoria Udrea

Greek thermal tourism evolves into a modern wellness experience, with Loutraki emerging as a year-round destination for younger visitors.

1 month ago

Thessaloniki Documentary Festival Goes Shopping for 4-Star Beds

Manuel Santos

The Thessaloniki Documentary Festival is securing up to 200 hotel rooms per night for March 2026, with a €107,120 accommodation budget.

1 month ago

€4.1 Million Investment Upgrades Student Dormitories Across Greece

Iorgos Pappas

Greece allocates €4.1 million to upgrade 12 student dormitories nationwide, improving safety, housing quality, and student welfare in 2026.

1 month ago

Attiki Odos Toll Increases Take Effect January 1

Iorgos Pappas

Attiki Odos tolls rise from January 1, with increases across all vehicle categories under the concession agreement.

1 month ago

Greek Farmers Resume Road Blockades After Christmas

Arthur Butler

Greek farmers have resumed nationwide protests, disrupting roads and border crossings. What travelers should expect as blockades continue.

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Crete sea level February

Aegean Sea Level Rises Up to 35 cm After Pressure Drop

2026-02-24 By Arthur Butler

Sea levels across the Aegean rose up to 35 cm in February due to low atmospheric pressure and strong winds, scientists confirm.

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Cretan Hotel Workers Travel to Athens Over Unpaid Unemployment Benefits

2026-02-24 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Around 300 hotel workers from Crete head to Athens, saying some have received no unemployment pay since October.

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1275 Traffic Violations Recorded in Crete During Carnival Weekend

2026-02-24 By Kostas Raptis

Police checks across Crete recorded 1,275 violations in four days, highlighting speeding, alcohol use and helmet neglect.

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Heraklion Plans to Walk Cruise Tourists Out of the City

2026-02-24 By Argophilia Travel News

Heraklion’s plan to move cruise bus stops could push visitors away from the city center, harming local businesses and limiting accessibility.

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Crete’s Climate Think Tank Wants a Green Badge

2026-02-24 By Kostas Raptis

Crete unveils climate strategy, flood warnings and coastal monitoring as officials pursue GSTC sustainable tourism certification in 2026.

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