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On You Return to Crete: Choose A Perfect Seclusion

2020-04-28 by Phil Butler

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When the coronavirus pandemic emergency subsites, Crete will be your perfect destination for seclusion in paradise.

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Cretan Chess Tour 2019 Announced at Four Destinations

2018-11-16 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Coming up in 2019, the “Cretan Chess Tour” will feature Crete as an international chess destination. A series of match events will be held in Heraklion, in Hersonissos, at the village of Anogia, and in Agios Nikolaos, according to a press conference from Galaxy Hotel in the island’s capital.

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Galaxy Hotel in Heraklion Begins PURE Wellness Rooms Program

2018-03-06 by Argophilia Travel News

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Galaxy Hotel Iraklio has become the first hotel in Greece to offer the PURE Wellness Rooms program. The program is based on unique air and surface cleaning technology that transforms the hotel rooms into relaxation and comfort areas.

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