Spring break

Britons On Exodus from Cold – Toward Spring

2013-03-30 by Phil Butler

We’ve all heard the news from the UK, mountains of snow and unseasonable weather of record breaking proportions. Fortunately for TUI Thomson there is an up side to bad weather – people on an exodus to better weather. A report from Thomson and First Choice the other day speaks of 30 something thousand headed out of bad weather and into good this Easter weekend.

Study Shows American’s Lose on Vacation Deals

2013-03-04 by Aleksandr Shatskih

RetailMeNot.com has just released results of a poll by The Omnibus Company; “Spring Break Travel edition of its Shoppers Trend Report (STR)”, which shows almost 60% of miss out on significant flight, hotel, and car rental savings booking a la carte.

Otel.com’s Hot Spring Hotel Deals

2012-03-26 by Aleksandr Shatskih

Already widespread among young Americans, spring break gateways are now very popular in Europe. After a long period of studying for tests and exams, students tend to seek relaxation and adventure in a well-deserved spring break.

Top 10 Spring Break Destinations in Eastern Europe

2012-02-22 by Mihaela Lica Butler

Spring break with a twist: Eastern Europe, an unlikely destination for many, has a lot to offer to the most discerning traveler.

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Nearly 11,000 Aircraft Movements in August. Which Markets Led the Way

2026-09-04 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion airport handles nearly 1.9 million passengers and 10,944 flights in August, driven by growth in international arrivals from Germany, the UK, and France.

Greenhouses, Olive Groves, and Fishing Boats Disappear as Sitia’s Countryside Empties

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

Sitia’s countryside faces severe depopulation as greenhouses in Goudouras shrink, fishing boats dwindle, and the legacy of raisin and olive farming fades.

West Nile Virus Cases Spread to Heraklion and Hersonissos in Crete

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

EODY reports new West Nile virus cases in Heraklion and Rethymno while Hersonissos is flagged as high-risk, prompting intensified mosquito spraying across Crete.