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Kosovo

Bad News For Croatia Tourism: Dead Last Economics

2014-05-06 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Croatia

In Croatia, not many people or officials could have predicted finally achieving EU member status would find the country worse off. This Reuters report shows the ugly side of today’s European Union economics, Croatia and other states wallowing at the bottom of the coalition’s heap.

Tags: Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia tourism, Kosovo, macedonia, Montenegro, Serbia, slovenia, Ukraine

Kosovo Ready for Turkish Jazz Week

2013-03-30 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Week of Turkish Jazz

The event should bring positive media attention on Kosovo, presenting this destination as a desirable cultural cradle, and encouraging tourists to visit more often in the near future.

Tags: Kosovo, Turkish Jazz Week

Winter in Kosovo: Hiking in the Šar Mountains

2011-01-05 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Brezovica

When visiting Kosovo during the Winter months, one of the top activities worth pursuing is hiking in the Sar Mountains. This Balkans mountain range offers almost unparalleled challenge and breathtaking vistas for the newcomer and veteran hiker alike. The Kosovo Valley below, and Šar Mountains National Park also offer rare encounters with some 20 unusual wildlife species.

Tags: albania, backpack Kosovo, Balkans, hiking, Kosovo, Kosovo Mountains, Kosovo travel, mountain hiking, mountain species, Sar Mountains

Kosovo’s Fatih Mosque Re-opened

2010-11-08 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Fatih Mosque

Turkish Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan on Thursday put Fatih Mosque, re-constructed by Turkish International Cooperation and Development Agency (TIKA), back in service in Kosovo.

Tags: Fatih Mosque, Kosovo, Pristina

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Traditional Strata Brings Cretan Music and Dance Back to Chania

2026-06-12 By Argophilia Travel News

Chania’s Traditional Strata returns from June through September, filling the Venetian Harbor with live performances every Tuesday evening.

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Firefighters Save Dog From Cliff in One of Zakynthos’ Most Inaccessible Areas

2026-06-12 By Victoria Udrea

A dog trapped at the bottom of a cliff near Zakynthos’ Pools Beach was rescued by firefighters using climbing equipment after volunteers were unable to reach the animal safely.

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Elafonissi Visitors Beware of Unofficial Parking Guides

2026-06-12 By Victoria Udrea

Authorities in Chania are warning visitors to follow official parking signs after another arrest linked to illegal customer solicitation near Elafonissi’s parking areas.

Explorer Rethymno

Rethymno Doubles Down on Print Media to Capture High-Value Travelers

2026-06-12 By Argophilia Travel News

The Region of Crete funds a dedicated campaign in the 2026 Explorer Rethymno travel guide to promote cultural heritage, local gastronomy, and year-round travel.

Knossos a reason for Crete's New European Bauhaus selection.

EU Selects Crete for Elite Bauhaus Design Upgrade

2026-06-12 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete has been selected as one of only 14 European regions to receive expert support through the EU’s New European Bauhaus initiative.

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