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EU Finalizes Sweeping Upgrades to Air Passenger Rights

Kostas Raptis

The European Parliament has approved new air passenger rights, including free child seating, clearer baggage pricing, and faster compensation for delayed flights.

2 weeks ago

Jet2holidays Expands ‘Jet2Weddings’ for Summer 2027

Iorgos Pappas

Jet2holidays is thrilled to announce a significant expansion of its highly successful Jet2Weddings programme for Summer 2027. In response to overwhelming customer demand, the tour operator is adding six breathtaking new destinations—Turkey, Portugal, Lanzarote, Italy, Malta, and Santorini—increasing its total wedding venue portfolio to 84 locations across seven countries. Starting 1 July, couples can book […]

3 weeks ago

London to Yerevan Flights Make Armenia More Accessible to UK Travellers

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Armenia is now more accessible for UK travelers with Wizz Air’s new twice-weekly direct service from London Luton to Yerevan.

3 weeks ago

Direct Flights Link Alexandroupoli and Heraklion for the Summer Season

Kostas Raptis

Seasonal air link between Alexandroupoli and Heraklion returns. Plus: New plans to connect Thrace, Lesvos, and Crete by 2027.

1 month ago

Hellenic Seaplanes Launched First Cross-Border Network Between Greece and Albania

Iorgos Pappas

Hellenic Seaplanes has completed a major milestone, flying a direct maritime corridor from Ioannina straight to Vlore, Albania.

1 month ago

EU Finalizes Landmark Air Passenger Rights Reform After 12-Year Standby

Kostas Raptis

The EU has finalized a major overhaul of air passenger rights, banning hidden fees for name changes and family seating while preserving classic flight delay compensation.

1 month ago

Ryanair Investigated Over Family Seating Charges

Mihaela Lica Butler

UK regulators have launched an investigation into Ryanair’s practice of charging parents to sit beside their children.

1 month ago

Ryanair Closes Thessaloniki Base and Suspends Winter Flights to Heraklion and Chania

Kostas Raptis

Ryanair announces a massive reduction in Greek winter flights for 2026, closing bases in Thessaloniki and Crete due to high airport fees.

2 months ago

Freebird Adds Five New German Departure Points for Crete

Iorgos Pappas

Freebird Airlines announces five new routes from German regional airports to Heraklion, Crete, marking its 25th year of operation.

3 months ago

Fuel Costs Impact Aegean’s Routes and Fleet Expansion

Kostas Raptis

Aegean faces a €110M surge in fuel costs, prompting fare adjustments even as it prepares for new routes to India and North Africa.

3 months ago

Ryanair Announces New 60-Minute Bag Drop Rule

Kostas Raptis

Ryanair is increasing the bag drop and airport check-in deadline to 60 minutes before departure starting November 2026.

3 months ago

Aegean Adds New Routes Amid Strategic Pivot to India

Kostas Raptis

Aegean Airlines adds Casablanca, Rotterdam, Paphos, and Bari to its 2026 schedule while pushing Mumbai and Delhi flights to 2027.

3 months ago

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Stories of Interest

Minoa Pediada Circle of Culture Festival Papoura Hill

Minoa Pediada’s Circle of Culture Festival Returns with Focus on Papoura Hill and Byzantine Crete

2026-07-27 By Arthur Butler

The Circle of Culture Festival features archaeological tours, live music, local food, and events celebrating Crete’s cultural heritage.

Tsoutsouras Sea Access

Tsoutsouras Beach Unveils State-of-the-Art Accessible Ramp for Swimmers with Disabilities

2026-07-27 By Manuel Santos

Minoa Pediadas Mayor Vasilis Kegkeroglou, accompanied by Deputy Mayors Manolis Zampoulakis and Giannis Symianakis alongside municipal technical officers, completed an inspection of a newly operational beach accessibility ramp in the coastal town of Tsoutsouras. Located on the eastern stretch of Tsoutsouras beach in the Pourgonero district, the new infrastructure allows individuals with mobility challenges and […]

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Crete’s Tourist Bus Operators Seek Permanent Fuel Relief as Costs Continue to Climb

2026-07-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Tourist bus operators in Crete are urging Greece’s government to introduce permanent fuel tax relief, warning that rising diesel costs threaten the sustainability of tourism transport services.

Municipal Market of Chania April 26 2026

Chania Agora Merchants Facing 24 Month Legal Battle Over Increased Rents

2026-07-27 By Kostas Raptis

Shopkeepers at Chania’s historic Municipal Market are reportedly considering legal action over newly announced rents.

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Tourist from Cyprus Arrested After Sprinting Half Naked into Heraklion Military Zone

2026-07-27 By Arthur Butler

A 25-year-old tourist from Cyprus was tackled and arrested after sprinting half-naked onto a military air defense base in Heraklion.

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