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Day Three in Athens: Greek Hotel Convergence

2016-11-29 by Phil Butler

Day two of the Digi.travel EMEA Conference & Expo in Athens marked our third day in the Greek capital.

Vlatos Kazani in October and November

2024-10-15 By Iorgos Pappas

Experiencing Vlatos Kazani is a great opportunity to experience an authentic Cretan custom, making Tsikoudia (Raki). The events of 18-20 October and November 1-8 will include food, drink and music. The Vlatos Kazani celebration will begin at 15:00 and end at 23:00 on the 18th and 25th of October and the 1st and 8th of November. […]

Crete Weather: October 14-20 of 2024

2024-10-15 By Argophilia Travel News

The weather in Crete today promises mostly clear skies and temperatures reaching 28°C in some areas and 29°C in the south. However, the Omega blocking formation has created conditions for stronger winds and a rapid drop in temperatures. Heavy rains are expected in some parts of Greece, but scattered showers are forecast throughout the week […]

Olive Harvest Innovation in Ierapetra

2024-10-15 By Victoria Udrea

A group of dedicated olive growers from the Livadia region in Ierapetra kickstarted the harvest of the early Koroneiki table olives. Managing around 3,000 olive trees both in the wider area and in Chrysopigi, Sitia, they work with precision to maintain the quality of their produce. South of Vainias village, the team carefully combed through […]

Cretan Olive Groves Devastated by Prolonged Drought

2024-10-15 By Argophilia Travel News

The relentless drought has left the olive trees in Crete reeling, with destruction assessed at over 80%, according to Myron Chiletzakis. As President of the small cooperatives at EΘEΑΣ, he is leading a comprehensive campaign to submit a funding request to the European Union, aiming to secure financial aid for the beleaguered olive growers. Faced […]

Six Awesome Reasons to Visit Crete in Autumn

2024-10-14 By Phil Butler

Crete, Greece’s biggest Island, is blessed with an ideal location and geography to take advantage of the gifts of Autumn. With an average daily temperature of 23°C during the day and a minimum of 17°C at night, the Island is perfect for visitors seeking a cosy solace. Punctuating Crete’s ideal climate, scores of Autumn activities […]

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