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Officials Ban Swimming at Paleokastro Near Heraklion

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The Directorate of Public Health & Social Care P.E. Heraklion has taken action to implement a swimming ban at the seaside village of Paleokastro based on the results of the Health Survey of the Public Health Supervisors.  The decision was made to prohibit swimming in the sea off Paleokastro Village in the Malevizi Municipality. Officials […]

Hospitality Tech Guru Linda Vallner Joins Cloudbeds VP for EMEA

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Cloudbeds, the innovative leader in hospitality management technology, has today announced the appointment of former Oracle and Protel executive Linda Vallner as Vice President for Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Vallner’s appointment signals the company’s commitment to enhancing and solidifying its presence in the EMEA region. An expert in the property management system (PMS) domain, she […]

Orange Wines of Crete Take Center Stage

Phil Butler

The orange wines of Crete are the latest viticultural trend. This is interesting for many reasons, mainly because of the ancient traditions and unique processes for creating these aromatic and intense wines.  Orange wines are a type of white wine produced here in Crete and elsewhere. They apply the same maturation and technical processes as […]

EU Restores Liquid Restrictions at Airports

Kostas Raptis

Starting September 1st, travellers flying out of European Union airports will face renewed restrictions on carry-on liquids. These measures will mandate passengers to limit liquids, gels, pastes, and aerosols to containers smaller than 100ml. These items must be placed in a transparent plastic bag and presented at airport security checkpoints. This action represents a shift […]

OMW: A New Health Marvel

Victoria Udrea

Olive mill wastewater (OMW), once considered waste, is now recognized for potential health benefits.

Travel Alert: Updated Airport Regulations for Spain and Greece UK Travellers

Manuel Santos

As new airport security measures emerge, British travellers heading to Spain or Greece should double-check their travel plans. Starting September 1, European airports will enforce stricter hand luggage regulations. This adjustment follows a review revealing that the latest security scanners failed to meet necessary performance standards. In response, the UK and EU have reinstated the […]

Abu Dhabi Premium Experiences Draw Russian Tourists

Iorgos Pappas

Abu Dhabi (AUH) emerges as an appealing destination for Russian travelers undertaking long-haul journeys, driven by a notable increase in available seats for the latter part of 2024.