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Picture of the Week: Falasarna

2014-05-03 by Mihaela Lica Butler

falasarna

Falasarna (Φαλάσαρνα), an ancient harbor dating from circa 333 BC, is today an agricultural area, known for its olive groves and greenhouses cultivating tomatoes, but also for its secluded, peaceful beaches. Falasarna is interesting from an archaeological standpoint as well: there are several areas where excavations are currently ongoing, revealing important structures from the Hellenistic […]

Best Easter Offers and Hotel Deals in Eastern Europe

2014-04-11 by Mihaela Lica Butler

easter cake and eggs

If you are planning a vacation in the part of the world next week, here are some of the best hotel deals available in some of the most popular Eastern and Central European destinations.

Tags: Easter, Easter holidays, hotel deals

SWISS Ramps Up Summer Flight Schedule

2014-04-10 by Liliana Steffens

SWISS

Zurich based SWISS is making major modifications to their European and intercontinental schedules for the 2014 summer period. According to the airline Palermo and Thessaloniki will be added to the network, while Geneva will also see new services to Corfu and Heraklion in Greece. The provider also announced service from Basel will also be expanded with seasonal flights to Ibiza, Olbiaand Palma de Mallorca.

Tags: air carriers, airlines, Greece flights, swiss, SWISS Airlines

Crete Week One: Defining “Filoxenia”

2014-03-18 by Phil Butler

The Venetian Fortress in Heraklion

Three days ago we drove up the coast road of Crete from Heraklion, Crete to the port of Chania. Four days ago this old Florida Boy thought he knew how an orange is supposed to taste. Today life just tastes better in an oft disappointing world.

Crete Summit Highlights Business Potential

2014-03-09 by Phil Butler

Moon rise over Crete

Coming next week to Heraklion, a two day free seminar organized by the Foundation for Youth and Lifelong Learning starts March 13th. Designed to help inform entrepreneurs in Greece to kick-start business, the seminar covers investment, risks, and opportunities, among other topics.

Tags: Alpha Omega Crete, Crete business, Crete property, Crete Real Estate, Crete tourism, Crete travel, Greece business, Greece land, Greece property

Winning Sailing Attitudes Lead to Winning the Crete Union Cup

2013-11-13 by Corina Manea

The land of the fabled Minoans was the scene last month of the first Crete Union Cup Regatta sailing event ever organized. Organized as a celebration of the centennial unification of Crete with mainland Greece and with the support of several Crete´s yachting clubs, the Region of Crete, the Hellenic Sailing Federation, and many local sponsors, […]

Tags: crete, Elias Kovatzis, Greece, Heraklion, Katerina Ramoutsaki, Union Cup Regatta

Exclusive: Cretan Union Cup Regatta Sails

2013-10-14 by Delia Gavrilescu

Contestant sail from Chania - courtesy Chania Crete by Nikos

Our coverage of the first ever Cretan Union Cup Regatta begins as the participating captains sail out from Chania Harbor to line up for the race start.

Tags: crete, Crete travel, Greece, Greece events, Greece travel, Heraklion, regatta, Region of Crete, Rethymno

Must See in Crete This October: First Ever Cretan Union Cup Sailing Regatta

2013-10-09 by Mihaela Lica Butler

cretan union cup

On December 1, 2013, Crete celebrates 100 years since the raising of the Greek flag at the fort of Firka, which mark the union of the Island with Greece. The locals marked the centenary with various cultural and artistic events, all throughout the year, and continue to celebrate enthusiastically till the end of 2013, with […]

Tags: Cretan Union Cup, crete, Greece, regatta, sailing

Ten Summer “Gems” on Crete

2013-09-08 by Phil Butler

On stage at the 'Theatre in the Fields" - NowHeraklion

As Summer draws to a close in the Mediterranean Crete affords a special opportunity for last minute vacation memories. The land of the ancient Minoans is as unique as those distant ancestors were culturally, and as magnificent an adventure as any place in Europe.

Tags: ALVI, Chania, crete, Crete attractions, Crete hotels, Crete Sardine Festival, Crete vacations, Greece, Heraklion, Island getaways, Lato Boutique, Lato Boutique Hotel, NowHeraklion, Samaria Gorge, Spinalonga, The Med

Five Superb Hotels for Your Crete Getaway

2013-04-04 by Phil Butler

If Winter weather has you ready for fun in the sun what better value is there than Crete? The land of the Minoans is possessed not only of one of the world’s healthiest climates, but aquamarine seas and cultural events, ancient history, and best of all the friendliest people anywhere. Add in some luxury treatment and the best seaside values one can imagine, and you have a vacation option fit for any fantasy getaway notion.

Tags: crete, Crete holidays, Crete hotels, Crete resorts, Greece tourism, Greek hotels, Med hotels

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