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Kaunas’ ConTempo Festival Returns with Aerial Acrobatics, Circus, and Experimental Theatre

Arthur Butler

From August 1-9, the ConTempo festival takes over Kaunas with aerial acrobatics, street performances, and contemporary dance.

1 month ago

New Davide Rivalta Wolf Sculpture Unveiled on Vilnius’ Gediminas Hill

Arthur Butler

A life-sized bronze wolf sculpture by Italian contemporary artist Davide Rivalta was unveiled on the viewing platform of Vilnius’ historic Gediminas Hill on June 16, 2026.

2 months ago

Why Vilnius Is the New Frontier for Urban Nature

Victoria Udrea

Vilnius is leading the 2026 eco-tourism trend, featuring salmon runs in the city center and world-class birdwatching.

4 months ago

A Major Catholic Gathering Returns to Its Spiritual Roots

Victoria Udrea

This June, Vilnius welcomes the 6th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy (WACOM), an international Catholic gathering expected to draw 5,000 participants.

5 months ago

Vilnius Turns Into a Giant Craft Market for Kaziukas Fair

Victoria Udrea

For three days in early March, the center of Vilnius stops looking like a capital city and becomes a living museum of Baltic tradition. The Kaziukas Fair, held this year from March 6 to March 8, has once again taken over the Lithuanian capital, turning nearly five kilometers of central streets into one of the […]

6 months ago

Bleisure Travel and Remote Work in Vilnius During Winter 2025-2026

Arthur Butler

Vilnius, European Christmas Capital 2025, offers remote workers fast connectivity, coworking spaces, and winter culture ideal for bleisure travel.

8 months ago

Five Reasons Germans Should Choose Vilnius for a Train Journey in 2026

Ion Bogdan V.

Vilnius emerges as a top rail destination for Germans in 2026, offering easy train access, wellness, sustainability, and rich cultural experiences.

8 months ago

Vilnius Named Europe’s Hospitality City of 2025

Victoria Udrea

Vilnius earns the European Hospitality City 2025 title, celebrating its rapid growth, unique warmth, and rising role in Europe’s tourism sector.

9 months ago

Vilnius Gastronomy Week 2025 Brings Baltic Flavors to the World

Victoria Udrea

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

10 months ago

Strengthening Cultural Ties: A Working Meeting Between Greece and Lithuania

Victoria Udrea

Greek Culture Minister Lina Mendoni hosted a working meeting with Lithuania’s Ambassador Lina Skerstonaite, focusing on cultural collaboration between the two countries.

1 year ago

Top 9 Literature Festivals in Eastern Europe to Visit in 2025

Victoria Udrea

These top 9 Eastern European literature festivals in 2025 offer unique cultural experiences and celebrate books, ideas, and conversations.

1 year ago

Augustow Canal Celebrates its Bicentenary

Iorgos Pappas

The Augustow Canal will mark its 200th anniversary on June 9, 2024, although bicentenary celebrations were also held last year.

2 years ago

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Stories of Interest

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FORTH Research Submersible Invites Heraklion to Explore the Venetian Harbor Seabed

2026-09-06 By Iorgos Pappas

FORTH Research ROV Explores Heraklion Venetian Harbor Seabed

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Why Heraklion Cruise Ships Are Taking an Unplanned Detour

2026-09-06 By Iorgos Pappas

Cruise traffic in Heraklion is down. Why? Because global geopolitics and Greek port fees made sailing into a conflict zone look like a better vacation option.

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Man Found Unconscious in Sea off Chania

2026-09-06 By Manuel Santos

A man around 35 was found unconscious in the sea at Agioi Apostoloi in Chania. Swimmers alerted authorities and he was taken to Chania Hospital.

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Greek Navy Frigate Kimon Arrives at Souda Bay

2026-09-05 By Manuel Santos

The Greek Navy’s advanced frigate Kimon arrived at Souda Port in Chania, showcasing its modern air defense and anti-submarine capabilities.

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Aivazovsky’s Arkadi Painting Returns to the Place that Inspired It

2026-09-05 By Victoria Udrea

Ivan Aivazovsky’s 1867 painting The Explosion of Arkadi Monastery is on display at Arkadi Monastery for three months.

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