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Surf & Dive Startup Sportbay Launches Affiliate Win

2013-01-10 by Phil Butler

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News from Sportbay Sport Travel today tells of the company launching their affiliate program in February, enabling travel agencies and websites to connect the dots between the sports men and women, and the places they most want to travel to.

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Lefkada: A Treat of the Elements, Vouched for by a Legend

2011-05-31 by Aleksandr Shatskih

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Two seas surround Greece, each with its own special characteristics. In the East you have the famous Aegean, peppered with islands such as Mykonos, Paros, Milos and Santorini, commonly dry rocky places with sandy beaches. In stark contrast to the Aegean, there is the Ionian Sea in the West, its islands feature high elevations and lush green forests as far as the eye can see. Greece shares the waters of the Ionian with many other tourist paradises such as Croatia and Italy too.

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Myriokephala Festival Brings Traffic Changes to Rethymno

2026-09-07 By Iorgos Pappas

Thousands of pilgrims are expected at Myriokephala in Rethymno, with traffic restrictions and delays around the historic monastery on September 7 and 8.

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Crete Tourist Buses to Strike, Airport Transfers and Excursions Affected

2026-09-07 By Argophilia Travel News

Crete tourist bus operators will strike September 10 and 11, affecting excursions, airport transfers and cruise transportation in Heraklion.

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Chania and Romania Strengthen Tourism Ties

2026-09-07 By Argophilia Travel News

Chania and Romania are exploring closer cooperation in tourism and culture following a meeting between the city’s mayor and Romania’s ambassador.

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Full Buses on Gouves–Heraklion Route Prompt KTEL Response

2026-09-07 By Iorgos Pappas

Buses on the busy Gouves–Heraklion route are facing increased passenger demand during Crete’s summer tourism season.

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Chania Sardine Festival Returns to Nea Chora for 31st Year

2026-09-07 By Victoria Udrea

Chania’s Sardine Festival returns to Nea Chora tonight with grilled sardines, music, traditional dancing and local culture.

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