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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 […]

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 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.

15 years ago

Tenerife Island Booming For British Travelers

Aleksandr Shatskih

New figures released by Travelmatch.co.uk show that holidays to the island of Tenerife are enjoying a resurgence in popularity with Brits this year, thanks to the superb climate and great hotels available to travelers.

15 years ago

Kuoni’s Ananea: Much More Than Eco Friendly, Unforgettable

Phil Butler

Zurich based Kuoni Group announces their latest initiative, environmentally aware travel. The Switzerland travel company Alfred Kuoni began back in 1906, has grown to be a leader where innovation, and the term “best” suits guests. With branch operations in over 30 countries about the globe, Kuoni is known for their specialization, but the company probably should be more popular with the mainstream, here’s why.

15 years ago

The Blessing of Sheba and the Aksum Obelisk

Phil Butler

The Aksum Obelisk, Benito Mussolini, the Arc of the Covenant, Soloman and Sheba, Ethiopia has an almost mythical cultural and historic importance. Discover with Argo, a bit about legend, a lot about the place called Ethiopia.

15 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete Heating Oil prices 2026

Heating Oil Debuts at a Staggering €1.60 per Liter in Crete, Sparking Fear of a Freezing Winter

2026-10-17 By Mihaela Lica Butler

Heating oil has opened at €1.60 per liter in Crete, leaving households struggling with higher fuel costs as winter approaches.

Aposelemis Dam

Apatheia Be Damned: Aposelemi Dam Surges Past 85% Capacity After Torrential Rains, Securing Water Through 2030

2026-10-17 By Iorgos Pappas

Aposelemis Dam has surpassed 85% capacity after heavy rain, storing more than 20.3 million cubic meters of water and boosting Crete’s reserves.

Chania Recycling Cooking Oil

Chania Launches €310K Smart Sanitation and Rewarding Cooking Oil Recycling Initiative

2026-10-16 By Victoria Udrea

Chania unveils a €310K smart sanitation and reward-based cooking oil recycling program, setting a high standard that should be adopted island-wide across Crete.

27-year-old man arrested

27-Year-Old Arrested at Heraklion Port Trying to Buy Piraeus Ferry Ticket Without Travel Papers

2026-10-16 By Argophilia Travel News

Coast Guard officers arrest a 27-year-old man at Heraklion port for attempting to buy a Piraeus ferry ticket without papers and verbally abusing officers.

Crete Car Rental Market

Crete Accounts for 18.1% of Greece’s Car Rental Market

2026-10-15 By Kostas Raptis

Crete has Greece’s second-largest short-term car rental market, as tourists increasingly rent vehicles to explore beaches, villages, and mountain routes.

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