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Italy’s Grimaldi Group Grabs Majority Share in Heraklion Port Authority

Phil Butler

Naples-based Grimaldi Group acquires a majority 67% stake in the port of Heraklion for a reported $80 million.

2 years ago

Viking Saturn Dropped Anchor in Rhodes

Kostas Raptis

Viking Saturn dropped anchor in the port of Rhodes on Saturday, carrying approximately 890 passengers.

2 years ago

Viking®Announces Three Itineraries Exploring China in 2024 Aboard Viking Yi Dun

Kostas Raptis

Viking® has unveiled three groundbreaking itineraries that promise an extraordinary exploration of China for its guests: ranging from 10 to 20 days, these new voyages will showcase the allure of iconic cities such as Beijing, Shanghai, and Hong Kong. Each itinerary will also feature a captivating domestic sailing along China’s coast, revealing seldom-seen destinations and […]

2 years ago

Cruising the Aegean with Celestyal Journey with a Free Drinks Package Worth £182pp

Victoria Udrea

Riviera Travel offers Celestial Journey passengers a complimentary premium drinks package worth £182pp during their Athens & Greek Islands voyage.

2 years ago

Royal Caribbean, Official Cruise Partner for EUROVISION 2024

Kostas Raptis

As an Official Partner EUROVISION Song Contest for 2024 and 2025, Royal Caribbean will showcase its brand throughout the event and promote the host cities, offering a wide range of moments and experiences.

2 years ago

Viking’s Discover More Sale Runs Until January 31, 2024

Mihaela Lica Butler

Until January 31, Viking’s Discover More sale is valid for voyages to all seven continents. Popular destinations also include Eastern Europe.

2 years ago

Carnival Cruise Line Voyages 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Earlier this year, Carnival Cruise Line released its 2025-26 deployment, including sailings to Alaska from Seattle on the Carnival Spirit and the Carnival Luminosa.

2 years ago

Cunard Plans 50 Queen Anne Shore Experiences in 2024

Kostas Raptis

Cunard has announced 50 exciting shore experiences in 60 European ports before the Queen Anne’s maiden voyage on May 3, 2024.
Cunard has announced 50 exciting shore experiences in 60 European ports before Queen Anne’s maiden voyage on May 3, 2024.

2 years ago

Riverside Luxury Cruises Debuts Riverside Debussy in March 2024

Victoria Udrea

Riverside Luxury Cruises launches Riverside Debussy, its third all-inclusive, all-suite luxury river ship, in March 2024.

2 years ago

Best Cruise Lines of 2023

Iorgos Pappas

Cruise Critic® has revealed the best cruise lines of 2023 during its 15th annual Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards.

2 years ago

Believe in the Magic of the Holiday Season with Princess Cruises

Victoria Udrea

Believe in the magic of the holiday season with Princess Cruises as they bring new cheery cocktails, decked-out decks, a culinary collection of holiday menus and favourite festive events at sea. Princess Cruises is set to surprise and delight guests with festive experiences, from new cocktails and holiday décor to special menus and favourite-themed events […]

2 years ago

Disney Wonder Cruises to Australia Just Out of Drydock

Manuel Santos

Disney Cruise Lines’ Disney Wonder heads to Australia and New Zealand after two-weeks in drydock for maintenance.

2 years ago

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Stories of Interest

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Nearly 11,000 Aircraft Movements in August. Which Markets Led the Way

2026-09-04 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion airport handles nearly 1.9 million passengers and 10,944 flights in August, driven by growth in international arrivals from Germany, the UK, and France.

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Greenhouses, Olive Groves, and Fishing Boats Disappear as Sitia’s Countryside Empties

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

Sitia’s countryside faces severe depopulation as greenhouses in Goudouras shrink, fishing boats dwindle, and the legacy of raisin and olive farming fades.

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West Nile Virus Cases Spread to Heraklion and Hersonissos in Crete

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

EODY reports new West Nile virus cases in Heraklion and Rethymno while Hersonissos is flagged as high-risk, prompting intensified mosquito spraying across Crete.

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Robert Voigt Remembers His Friend Nikos Chaldiadakis: One Day We Will Surf Together Again

2026-09-04 By Manuel Santos

Robert Voigt remembers his friend Nikos Chaldiadakis after the 71-year-old surfer was found dead off Gouves following a days-long search.

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West Nile Virus Areas Expand in Crete as Mosquito Control Intensifies

2026-09-04 By Arthur Butler

Crete has recorded three West Nile virus cases as Heraklion and Archanes-Asterousia join affected areas and mosquito control measures continue.

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