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Vasilopita, the Cake That Opens the Greek New Year

Victoria Udrea

Learn what Vasilopita is, why Greeks bake it for New Year, and how the hidden coin became a symbol of luck and shared fortune.

8 months ago

Vineria all’ Amarone and the Slow Descent Into Taste

Mihaela Lica Butler

Vineria all’ Amarone offers a sensory way to stay connected to place, craft, and restraint without constant movement.

8 months ago

The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Cape Verde

Manuel Santos

Planning a trip to Cape Verde doesn’t need a spreadsheet, but things to know before you go and recommended activities for all.

8 months ago

Apparently, Christmas Is a Competitive Sport Now

Victoria Udrea

A new data-driven study ranks the world’s top Christmas tour destinations for 2025, with Europe dominating and London leading the list.

8 months ago

Flying With Luggage in Europe Is Now a Game of Guess the Fee

Kostas Raptis

AirHelp data reveals wide differences in airline luggage fees across Europe, making baggage rules a costly guessing game for travelers.

8 months ago

airBaltic Adds Athens to Its Summer 2026 Map as Baltic–Greece Links Grow

Kostas Raptis

airBaltic strengthens Baltic–Greece connectivity for summer 2026, adding a new Tallinn–Athens route alongside wider European expansion.

8 months ago

EasyJet and Jet2 Add New UK–Greece Routes for 2026

Kostas Raptis

EasyJet and Jet2 boost UK–Greece connectivity for 2026 with new routes, more seats, and expanded access to key destinations.

8 months ago

German Travel Report Shows Fewer International Trips in 2025 as Costs Rise

Ion Bogdan V.

A new YouGov report reveals shifting travel habits in Germany for 2026, with rising costs, reduced trips abroad, and younger generations still leading international tourism.

9 months ago

Chalet Oberbort in Gstaad Sets a New Global Benchmark for Ultra-Luxury Alpine Living

Iorgos Pappas

Unica Capital unveils Chalet Oberbort in Gstaad, the world’s largest private chalet, redefining alpine luxury with immersive design, wellness, and privacy.

9 months ago

Germany and London Move Closer with a Future High-Speed Link

Kostas Raptis

DB and Eurostar sign an MoU to explore a direct high-speed connection between Germany and London, aiming for launch in the early 2030s.

9 months ago

Where Turtle Season Meets Zambezi Calving Season in Southern Africa

Arthur Butler

When Southern Africa Becomes Summer’s Secret Stage While the northern hemisphere pulls its curtains tight for winter, Southern Africa does the opposite. The season flings everything open — skies, forests, beaches, and riverbanks — revealing a kind of summer the postcards never quite capture.Isibindi Africa’s two sister lodges sit in the middle of this pulse, […]

9 months ago

A New Travel Experience for Football Fans in Jakarta

Manuel Santos

Asia’s first Chelsea-themed hotel suites open in Jakarta as part of a major fan event.

9 months ago

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Fifth West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Crete

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Stories of Interest

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British Tourist Demands Compensation After Mosquito Bites in Crete Hotel

2026-09-08 By Arthur Butler

A British tourist asked for compensation after mosquito bites during his Crete holiday, but returned to the island’s good graces after the hotel room was inspected.

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Tourism Official Apologizes for Turkish Flags at Heraklion Parade

2026-09-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete tourism official Michalis Vlatakis has apologized after Turkish flags were carried during an international dance parade along Heraklion’s historic 25th August Street.

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Heraklion Airport Passes 7.28 Million Passengers

2026-09-08 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis Airport had another punishingly busy August, with passenger and flight numbers showing just how intense the peak of Crete’s tourist season has become. The busiest day for passengers so far this year came on August 1, when 68,818 passengers passed through the airport. The following day brought another record, this time for […]

Fifth West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Crete

Fifth West Nile Virus Case Confirmed in Crete

2026-09-08 By Mihaela Lica Butler

A young man from Nea Alikarnassos is hospitalized in stable condition after testing positive for West Nile virus. Mosquito control measures are being launched in the Heraklion area.

Danish Tourist Dies

72-Year-Old Danish Tourist Dies After Being Pulled Unconscious From Sea in Agia Marina

2026-09-08 By Manuel Santos

A 72-year-old Danish man died after being pulled unconscious from the sea by a lifeguard at Agia Marina in Chania on Monday afternoon.

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