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TripAdvisor’s Fake Reviews Sickness Goes Critical

Phil Butler

TripAdvisor, the leading online travel reviews site in the world, is now under investigation by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority (ASA) over concerns reviews from travelers may be illegitimate. A formal investigation has reportedly been launched on the heels of complaints TripAdvisor’s reviews problems have reached monumental levels.

14 years ago

Eliza Dushku Promoting Albanian Tourism

Aleksandr Shatskih

Eliza Dushku, an American actress of Albanian and Danish descent, has visited her father’s country of origin, to film a documentary that will promote the tourism and culture of Albania.

14 years ago

12 Amazing 2012 Theme Voyages with Crystal Cruises Announced

Aleksandr Shatskih

These include Ocean Views, Big Band & Ballroom Dance, Emerging Artists, Wine & Food Festival, Film & Theater, Golf, Jazz, NFL Legends, Floral Design, Comprehensive Creative Learning Institute, President’s Cruise and Crystal Society.

14 years ago

Labor Day Travel Ideas – Snag a Lisbon Weekend [Video]

Phil Butler

This Labor Day Weekend why not think out of the box, spur of the moment. Think value. How about a spa and wellness excursion to Portugal? For a real adventure this holiday, or any other, it’s a wonder more Americans don’t take advantage of exchange rates and wondrous places that could use the business. And […]

14 years ago

Natas Fair 2011 Expecting Huge Turnout

Aleksandr Shatskih

This weekend’s Natas Fair 2011 in Singapore is set to be the largest ever event of its kind to take place in the city state, with more than 75,000 visitors expected to turn out, breaking the 70,000 record turnout that was seen in 2010’s event.

14 years ago

Conrad Hotels & Resorts – Sleek & Provocative Rebrand

Phil Butler

Marketing campaigns for hotels chains are not a new fad, nor is using sexy to sell ideas, but doing so intriguingly, this is a bit uncommon. In News from Conrad Hotels & Resorts this morning, their brand is on a global marketing binge that may see a new phrase coined, “chic and slinky sells,” rather than sex.

14 years ago

Wine Lovers Tours Announces 2012 Tours

Phil Butler

Wine Lovers Tours, and established leader in the food and wine niche of travel tours, offers up their 2012 schedule of tours to Bordeaux and Cognac. Wine enthusiasts won’t want to miss out on an opportunity of a lifetime. Led by veteran tour organizer Vincent Marottoli Ph.D, guests of these tours will have the benefit of 30 years experience visiting these regions.

14 years ago

Night of the Perseids: Party all Night Under the Meteor Shower

Aleksandr Shatskih

Head out to the countryside where the stars and meteors will be at their brightest. Here are a few star gazing suggestions for the night of the Perseids.

14 years ago

Travel to Thailand This October for the Royal Barge Procession

Mihaela Lica Butler

The water-borne royal kathin procession on 22 October will consist of a flotilla of 52 traditional-style barges arranged in five columns, based on a battle formation from ancient times. The five-column flotilla stretches 1,280 metres in length and 110 across. A total of 2,200 sailors from various units within the Royal Thai Navy will serve as oarsmen.

14 years ago

Edinburgh Celebrates Fine Cuisine This Weekend

Aleksandr Shatskih

Edinburgh celebrates fine cuisine this weekend, at Holyrood Park, during the Foodies Festival from Friday, August 12 to Sunday, August 14.

14 years ago

Travel Advisory: Avoid London Till Riots Subside

Aleksandr Shatskih

In the light of the events, it is advisable that you cancel, or postpone your visit to London till the riots subside, or at least avoid the affected areas.

14 years ago

Top 5 Last-Chance Summer Deals for Labor Day Weekend

Aleksandr Shatskih

Travel-Ticker has just released its top five last minute deals and trips to five popular Labor Day weekend destinations: Orlando, Washington DC, Las Vegas, Myrtle Beach and Riviera Maya.

14 years ago

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Historic Expedition to Kolymbari Expected to Test Human Endurance

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Municipality of Platanias announces a 2km survival hike in Kolymbari. Prepare for bunkers, 50 dangerous steps, and full medical coverage.

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Parliament Clash Over Hotel Worker Taxation

2026-06-23 By Argophilia Travel News

KE MP Manolis Syntychakis and Deputy Minister of National Economy, D. Markopoulos, debate taxation of seasonal hotel workers.

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Cretan Fishermen to Spearhead Government Response to Silver-cheeked Toadfish Plague

2026-06-23 By Manuel Santos

The Greek government is finalizing a pilot program to combat the rapid spread of the toxic silver-cheeked toadfish in Greek waters.

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The Fencing Around the Lions’ Fountain Has Been Taken Down

2026-06-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The fencing around Heraklion’s Morosini Fountain is gone, but at what cost to the monument’s future? We examine the delay of critical maintenance.

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French Tourist Injured During Disembarkation at Heraklion Port

2026-06-22 By Manuel Santos

A 70-year-old French tourist was hospitalized after sustaining a leg injury during disembarkation from a leisure boat at the Port of Heraklion.

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