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The Economic Crisis Makes Last Minute Travel Even Cheaper

Guest Author

As Last Minute Spider brings to our attention – there are specific opportunities during times of economic crisis. Certain travel services, especially the ones sold in certain parts of the World have been getting cheaper during the recent years.

13 years ago

Fascinating Stories: Xmas Cards from WWII

Phil Butler

In one of the most bizarre, and one of the coolest stories we’ve run across in some time, a story about a German soldier having written a letter back in December 1941, then the WW II Christmas card finally being delivered some 71 years later, this is cause for some cheers.

13 years ago

Egypt Unearths 3,000-Year Old Burial Tombs

Aleksandr Shatskih

Italian archaeologists based in Egypt have reported the discovery of ancient tombs near the city of Luxor which they believe are at least 3,000 years old.

13 years ago

Tune Hotels Coolness Hits Scotland

Aleksandr Shatskih

Tune Hotels has just announced having opened yet another UK hotel, Tune Hotel Haymarket, Edinburgh. The company’s continued successes in the budget accommodations space worldwide.

13 years ago

Turkey Accordingly: Uncovering An Expert’s Guide

Phil Butler

For US travelers considering venturing to new and exciting destinations previously undiscovered, Turkey should be at the top of any list. Mysterious and majestic, inviting and fascinating, the land that was part of Sargon of Akkad’s vast empire, is today a place of still existent legend, and maybe even more immeasurable beauty. In this article […]

13 years ago

Virgin Atlantic Names Ridgway Successor

Aleksandr Shatskih

In airline news, Virgin Atlantic has named Craig Kreeger the company’s new CEO to assume the helm as of February 1st.

13 years ago

The Fabulous Machu Picchu – Peru’s Top Attraction

Guest Author

The ancient Inca citadel of Machu Picchu has a notoriety that very few other ancient archaeological attractions can conquer with… Think about it: which ancient site is so beautiful? Perhaps none…

13 years ago

Wyndham Vacation Rentals Grows Portfolio with Three Acquisitions

Aleksandr Shatskih

Wyndham Vacation Rentals has recently acquired Oceana Resorts and Kaiser Realty in the US, and Cumbrian Cottages in the UK. All three businesses and their rental inventory will join the Wyndham Vacation Rentals portfolio, which features more than 25 established brands across the world, including ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals, Hoseasons, James Villa Holidays, Landal GreenParks and Novasol.

13 years ago

Avis Snaps Up Zipcar for $500M, Eyes Car-Share Domination

Aleksandr Shatskih

Car rental giant Avis has just leaped into the growing car-sharing market, snapping up the ride-sharing leader Zipcar for a fee approaching a cool $500 million, it said in a press release earlier today.

13 years ago

Travel Trends 2013: Sharm El Sheikh, More Popular than Ever

Aleksandr Shatskih

Cosmos Holidays have a few fabulous deals for travelers to Sharm El Sheikh, with packages starting at as low as £273 per person on January 13. Prices tend to get higher in the following months, culminating at £395 in May.

13 years ago

Trends: Travel Industry to Grow Strong in 2013

Aleksandr Shatskih

The travel industry can expect a healthy upswing in the coming year, at least in the US. A survey that covered some 374 shuttle passengers from around the US, and found that 23% of respondents will travel more in 2013 than in 2012.

13 years ago

You Don’t Have to Travel Far for the Quadrantid Meteor Shower

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Quadrantids will peak in the wee morning hours of January 3rd, at a maximum rate of about 80 per hour, varying between 60-200. If you live in Australia and lower portions of South America, you can watch them live, via a NASA Ustream feed.

13 years ago

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Heraklion’s Sudden Real Estate Rush Over the Old Airport Land

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

Diving into the hilarious scramble as Heraklion officials dust off 1932 deeds to claim a 32.4% stake in the aging Nikos Kazantzakis airport site.

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A Six-Kilo Giant Mushroom Has Been Found in the Cretan Countryside

2026-10-19 By Victoria Udrea

Following heavy autumn rains, a massive 6-kilogram wild oyster mushroom has been discovered in rural Crete, highlighting the island’s rich agritourism bounty.

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OAK Employees Defend Flood Operations in Lasithi Plateau Following Record Rains

2026-10-19 By Arthur Butler

As torrential autumn storms reshape Crete’s landscape, severe flooding in the Lasithi Plateau has sparked intense debate over water management, infrastructure readiness, and rural protection. After widespread criticism of flooded farmlands and damaged crops across the highland plateau, the OAK Employee Union stepped in to defend regional infrastructure operations. According to hydrological data the union […]

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Teachers to Strike in Heraklion on October 21

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

A teacher strike rally at Eleftheria Square in Heraklion on October 21 will cause traffic delays for visitors navigating the city center.

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Firefighters Rescue Trapped Dog From Natural Well in Sitanos

2026-10-19 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters in Sitia successfully rescued a dog trapped in a deep natural well in Sitanos, earning warm praise from the grateful owner.

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