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40 Years of InterRail Europe

2012-05-09 by Aleksandr Shatskih

InterRail

Eurail Group G.I.E. reports a two percent increase in passengers on the anniversary of 40 years of InterRailing success. According to news from the company, the concept of passengers traveling throughout Europe on one rail pass will be celebrated with trade shows, media events, parties and even a blog race.

Tags: Eurail, Europe travel, Rail, rail fares, rail passes, rail travel, railroad travel, railroads, tourism

Bulgaria-Macedonia Rail Line Closer to Reality

2010-12-28 by Phil Butler

Mavrovo National Park

A long awaited rail link between Bulgaria and Macedonia is finally on the table as the two countries evaluate the feasibility of the project. Not only will the primary countries gain valuable trade and tourism connectivity, the entire region with benefit from increased transportation and infrastructure enhancements.

Tags: Bulgaria, Bulgarian tourism, Bulgarian trade, Europe rail, European Bank for Reconstruction, high speed rail, Macedonia rail, Macedonian tourism, Macedonian travel, rail connections, railroads, Skopje, Sofia, Southeastern Europe, Vladimir Pesevski

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Tree Planting Event in Chania Invites Locals and Visitors to Join

2026-03-12 By Arthur Butler

Volunteer tree planting in Chania on March 15 at the Polytechnic of Crete park. Locals and tourists invited to join the environmental action.

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The Crete Waste Management Authority removes incineration waste from the circular economy park at Mavros Spilios.

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Scaffolding Season Continues in Central Heraklion

2026-03-12 By Mihaela Lica Butler

If you want to understand how restoration projects work in Greece, there is no better place than 25th August Street in Heraklion, once nicknamed the Street of Illusion because its elegant facades gave visitors the impression of a grand European city. This impression did not always survive once you walked past the front row. More […]

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New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

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A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.

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New Smart Bus Stops in Heraklion Offer Charging and Solar Power

2026-03-11 By Kostas Raptis

The Municipality of Heraklion has installed 12 new smart, energy-independent bus stops in key locations across the city as part of the “Heraklion Smart City” project, aimed at improving daily life for residents and visitors. The new stops are powered entirely by solar energy and allow users to charge mobile devices, use lighting, and access modern […]

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