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Berlin Startup Mapify Conjures $1 Million in Seed Funding

2018-10-09 by Phil Butler

Berlin social travel startup Mapify has announced raising $1 million in seed funding from U.S. and Europe-based funds and angel investors.

Tags: beta tests, Europe startups, Mapify, social apps, TechCrunch, tourism apps, travel startups, TripAdvisor social

GoEuro Gets $4 Million Dollar “Go” from Investors

2013-03-05 by Phil Butler

The GoEuro landing

A report over at BetaKit tells of Berlin-based GoEuro having closed a $4 million dollar funding round to enhance the travel comparison engine. The platform, which allows travelers to search and compare air, bus, train, and car travel throughout Europe, is now building partnerships with service providers for their imminent beta launch.

Tags: Europe startups, Europe transportation, meta search, mobile search, online search, travel search

Tnooz’s THack Uncovers Some Tech Greatness

2011-02-10 by Phil Butler

THack uncovers some winning ideas

Travel Technology Europe wrapped up earlier this week in London, and what was revealed is pretty significant for ongoing travel developments. Tnooz’s THack initiative in particular uncovered and showcased some extraordinary travel technology assets. Voice enabled travel search, advanced API use tools, and even superior advertising solutions were offered, among the many other cutting edge technologies.

Tags: Europe startups, Europe travel, Everbread, geome, Google Maps, hacks, inside, Kevin May, Kevin O’Sullivan, SITA Lab, Skyscanner, technology geeks, THack, Tnooz, TourCMS, tourism tools, travel startups, Travel Technology Europe, TripBod, World Reviewer

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5 Top Tips for Planning Your Dream Holiday

2025-09-28 By Argophilia Travel News

Discover 5 top tips for planning your dream holiday. From budgeting and timing to hidden gems and stress-free booking, make your trip unforgettable.

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Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

Peskesi special

Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

2025-09-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

The Chorus of Autumn Crows

2025-09-25 By Victoria Udrea

In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

Birds of Crete

The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

2025-09-25 By Manuel Santos

In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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