Argophilia

Αργοφιλία: For the love of the journey.

Eastern Europe

Aeroflot Upgrading to Boeing 777-300ER

Aleksandr Shatskih

Russian airline Aeroflot has taken delivery of a new Boeing 777-300ER named in honour of the famous Russian writer Anton Chekhov.

Ryanair Bournemouth Flights Add to Crete Splendor

Aleksandr Shatskih

Ryanair has launched another direct route to Crete from the UK. Announced on Tuesday, the Bournemouth Airport flights to Chania in Crete will be a big boom for UK tourists and the Greek Island’s tourism industry as well.

Greece Welcomes Lady Gaga in September

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming to Greece in September, Lady Gaga’s 2014 world tour, “ArtRave: The Artpop Ball,” should thrill all Athens if her past performances worldwide mean anything. America’s top pop artist, Gaga is one of the world’s most talented singers and songwriters.

Sebastian Arse and Mariana Montes Headline Belgrade Tango Marathon

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming up in Belgrade April 9th through April 14th, the Belgrade Tango Meeting is one of the biggest international dance events of its kind. Sponsored by the Institute Tango Natural, this year’s event promises guests and contestants from over 45 countries.

Crete Week Two: At the Top of the World

Phil Butler

The White Mountains of Crete (Lefka Ori) are a spectacle to behold. The white capped limestone peaks offer the most dramatic backdrop for an Island so famous for seaside pleasures and ancient seafaring. In fact, the spectacle of sheer cliffs rising into the clouds is almost as awe inspiring as the pristine beaches and aquamarine waters of the Cretan and Libyan Seas that surround Crete.

Crete Week One: Defining “Filoxenia”

Phil Butler

Three days ago we drove up the coast road of Crete from Heraklion, Crete to the port of Chania. Four days ago this old Florida Boy thought he knew how an orange is supposed to taste. Today life just tastes better in an oft disappointing world.

Porto Montenegro at the Moscow Boat Show

Phil Butler

In partnership with leading yacht brand, Azimut Benetti, Porto Montenegro is going to make its debut at the Moscow Boat Show from the 11th to 16th March, at Crosus Expo, Moscow. Yacht show visitors will be able to get detailed information of one of the most interesting and extensive maritime developments along the Adriatic coast.