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Santorini Declares State of Emergency Amid Seismic Activity

Iorgos Pappas

Until March 1, 2025, the municipality of Thira in Santorini is under a state of emergency due to ongoing earthquakes.

10 months ago

New Tourism Tax Rules in Greece

Mihaela Lica Butler

New tourism tax rules starting January 2025: who pays, where it applies, and how much it will cost based on accommodation type and season.

10 months ago

Ongoing Santorini Earthquake Swarms Elevate Fears

Phil Butler

Update: Santorini Declares State of Emergency Beginning January 28, the region surrounding Santorini and Amorgos has experienced over 555 small earthquakes, with magnitudes ranging from 3.0 to 5.0+. The earthquakes, tracked by the University of Athens’ seismic monitoring system, have been persistent, prompting concerns among officials, scientists and residents. While no damage has been reported […]

10 months ago

Santorini Earthquakes Spark Alarm in Greece’s Tourism Ministry

Kostas Raptis

Santorini is shaking—literally—thanks to persistent earthquakes. The Tourism Ministry is panicking but has a PR plan ready.

10 months ago

Skyrocketing Water Prices? Athens Mayor Haris Doukas Fights Back

Manuel Santos

Athens Mayor Haris Doukas challenges water commodification as citizens, unions, and organizations push back against pricing policies jeopardizing public health and access.

10 months ago

Beans and Horta: The Low-Key Dish That Tastes Like a Hug

Mihaela Lica Butler

Learn how to make a simple beans and horta main packed with flavor. Perfect for anyone looking for a healthy, budget-friendly, hearty meal.

10 months ago

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology—The Smart Guide Every Hospitality Pro Needs

Manuel Santos

How Public Relations in Hospitality Adapts to AI Technology explores how AI transforms PR for hotels, restaurants, and travel pros.

10 months ago

Extending the Tourist Season in Greece is Becoming the New Normal

Mihaela Lica Butler

Olga Kefalogianni explains Greece’s strategy for extending the tourist season and breaking revenue and arrival records in 2024.

10 months ago

Aenaon Metropolitan Park Will Transform the Athenian Riviera

Manuel Santos

Aenaon Metropolitan Park in the Faliro Bay promises to redefine urban green spaces. Opening in 2028, it will offer recreation, culture, and nature by the Athens Riviera.

10 months ago

Greece Ranks First for Hotel Satisfaction in the Mediterranean

Mihaela Lica Butler

Greece ranks highest in hotel reviews across the Mediterranean in 2024, surpassing Cyprus, Italy, and Spain with outstanding service, cleanliness, and authentic experiences.

10 months ago

€3.15 Million Boost for Heraklion Municipalities to Aid Recovery from Natural Disasters

Iorgos Pappas

A funding proposal under the Special Program for Natural Disaster Recovery brings €3.15 million to three municipalities in Heraklion

10 months ago

Water Supply Alert: Drought Forces Reductions in Eastern Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Eastern Crete declares a water supply alert. The region’s utilities face cuts as OAK implements plans to manage drought-affected resources.

10 months ago

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Crete Farmers Occupy the Heraklion Airport for 19 Hours

2025-12-09 By Arthur Butler

Crete farmers staged a 19-hour occupation of Heraklion Airport, protesting subsidy cuts and demanding fair distribution for Natura land.

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Souda Port Under Strict Security for Israeli Cruise Passengers

2025-12-09 By Argophilia Travel News

Souda Port saw unprecedented police measures on Tuesday to ensure the safe transit of Israeli cruise passengers.

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Tornado Ravages Olive Groves in Zakros

2025-12-09 By Iorgos Pappas

A sudden tornado in Zakros devastated olive groves, uprooted buildings, and left more than 1,000 trees damaged, with full recovery expected to take up to 15 years.

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Farmers Face Off With Police at Heraklion Airport as Protests Escalate Across Greece

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Tense scenes outside Heraklion Airport as farmers clash with police during nationwide protests over subsidies and rising costs.

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The Reduction of Hospitality Studies from 4 to 3 Years Sparks Backlash in Crete

2025-12-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete warns that cutting ASTE studies undermines tourism training, pushes hotels toward cheap foreign labour, and threatens the sector’s long-term quality and workforce stability.

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