So. My first Greek Easter was a shock. A wonderful shock. 
Friday night: following the beautifully decorated Epitaphios all around town, the atmosphere solemn, the town band playing their mournful melodies. 
Sunday: Even after a very late night, church again early and then meeting friends to celebrate and overindulge (not with chocolate).
Everything about those few days (the mood, the atmosphere that goes from one of mourning to celebration, the rituals of abstention followed by indulgence) astonish and move me – and so very different from the chocolate-fest of England. The contrast between solemn moments inside church and a few moments later being part of a huge noisy gathering by the lake is unlike anything I have experienced. Unique and wonderful. 
Victoria Hislop is a British author and novelist known for her works primarily set in Greece.
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“Crete is known as the Zeus of the Greek archipelago,” says Maria Passarivaki
“The island is a tapestry of stories and has long been a crossroads of people and cultures.”
The incredible history here has been shaped by millennia of civilizations—from the ancient Minoans to the Venetians
Passarivaki says “you constantly forget that you are on an island,” adding that because you can find snow on many of its peaks (especially the White Mountains on the west)
Crete is an all-year destination that can be just as thrilling during the year’s colder months
the island is considered not only Greece’s breadbasket but its culinary legacy is often dubbed the quintessential Mediterranean diet
And winemaking here is in the throes of a renaissance; like much of the Mediterranean
wine has existed on Crete for thousands of years
But a phylloxera outbreak in the 1970s all but wiped out the island’s vineyards
Many farmers abandoned winemaking altogether in favor of other agricultural pursuits
but thankfully the last decade has seen a revival of Cretan viticulture
According to SteMa’s other founder Stefanos Gogos
“As one of the most important wine-producing regions
Crete is playing an increasingly important role in the new era of Greek wine
So if you like interspersing sugar-white beaches with archaeological sites and wine tastings
very few islands in the world will rival what Crete has to offer
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The Ammos Hotel has been long beloved for its hip and quirky design scheme
In the west, not only does <a href="https://www.cntraveler.com/story/the-lesser-known-side-of-crete-greece" target="_blank">Chania</a> have one of the island’s two major airports
This variety of experiences makes it the perfect launchpad for the rest of the island but it can also be the focus of a more focused itinerary
While he does everything from paintings to photography
you’re really there for the striking collection of timeless ceramics
Attention, beach lovers: The commute to Elafonisi Beach’s <a href="https://www.cntraveler.com/galleries/2016-04-19/the-most-beautiful-pink-sand-beaches-in-the-world" target="_blank">pink sands</a> is no joke
It’s a 90-minute drive southwest of the Old Town
but the powdery beach and the crystal clear waters justify the excursion
Equally pristine Balos Beach is another bucket-list destination
but you may need to ferry there from Kissamos port
a beach that requires a scrappy hike down to the bluest of waters
a bunch of adorable goats are known to pick through bathers’ beach bags
a husband-and-wife operation that focuses on western Crete’s less tourist-y southern coast
and if you’d rather simplify that beach trip to Balos
they can get you there and even add a stop on uninhabited Gramvousa island
Molavi serves a farmer-fresh menu of Mediterranean faves: taramosalata drizzled with bottarga and octopus carpaccio
a 20-room member of Design Hotels with a much more minimalist aesthetic
the hotel delivers a serene stay thanks to its off-the-beaten location plus a sleek spa with an equally Instagrammable gym
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and a spa—all just 25 minutes away from the city
and maybe less alluring than the rest of the island
But there are perks to staying in this port city
Not only does it have the larger airport but it’s also much closer to the geographic center of the island
making the rest of Crete much more accessible
where you can get lost marveling at treasures of antiquity
from Snake Goddess figurines from 1,600 BC to the famous bull&#x27;s head rhyton
SteMa Journeys can also curate a deep dive into the island’s ancient heritage that includes visits to less known archaeological sites
you can tour the Minoan Palace of Phaistos as well as Gortys
a village an hour from Heraklion that’s known for its pottery
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where artist Eleni Psyllaki dreams up the most striking posters inspired by Cretan culture and history
Where to eat and drink: “Heraklion region boasts a wine making tradition that dates back centuries,” says Passarivaki
“Scattered among the vines remain a few small household wineries still reminiscent of those times.”
which operates a few wineries all over Greece
And the state-of-the-art tasting room overlooking lush vineyards is just 15 minutes from the city
with its bright patio and a kitchen churning out Cretan classics like potato with salted cod and snails cooked in vinegar
a one-bedroom apartment in the heart of Heraklion
which has a sweet garden equipped with a grill
is less than a 15-minute walk to the archaeological museum
Rethymnon sits smack in the middle of tourist hubs Heraklion and Chania
Most travelers to Crete might split their time between Heraklion and Chania
but smack in the middle is historic Rethymnon (or Rethymno)
The walkable Old Town packs in great restaurants and colorful shops
You’ll be rewarded if you take time to explore beyond the city: Like many parts of Crete
there’s a great mix of farmland and natural beauty in the region
and fountains from the 16th and 17th century when it was all part of Venice
Case in point: the Rimondi Venetian Fountain—a beautifully preserved relic from that time period
along with the imposing fortress and the port
but even just strolling around the alleyways admiring the archways and grand mansions while slipping in and out of souvenir shops offers a great sense of place
Rethymno is the most charming old city in Crete
a city that does not fall into winter lethargy
but remains alive even outside the tourist season.”
You can start venturing away from the Old Town by enjoying as much of the seven-and-a-half-mile beach that stretches from Rethymno to Skaleta
The southern side of Rethymno—about 30 minutes from the Old Town—has plenty of fantastic beaches
too: Preveli is considered one of the most stunning thanks to the sandy beach and crystal-clear water
Gogos recommends the untouched beaches in Agia Fotini
“You can see a fisherman pull his catch from the waters and take it straight to the kitchen,” he says
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it’s been one of the best restaurants across the island
The courtyard of this Venetian villa with its mix-and-match furniture is an atmospheric spot for a lunch or dinner of classic Cretan fare
from crispy cheese rolls to grilled lobster served with tomato-loaded orzo
And in the mountains between Chania and Rethymno
seek out the modest taverna from Nektarios Tsitsiridis in Amoudari village near Askifou
Located on a plateau over 2,200 feet in altitude
the vibe here will transport you to an entirely different side of Crete
Tsitsiridis’ expertise regarding the island’s heartier mountain fare shows up on the Gardoumbakia
a selection of lamb and goat offals stewed with zucchini and potatoes or in the okra in tomato sauce
is a stylish two-bedroom apartment that puts you right in the heart of town
47-room Phāea Blue’s intimate footprint gives way to surprising delights
The on-site beach offers charming caïque (rowboat) that takes guests all over the island
Crete’s easternmost region is generally not as crowded as the rest of the island
Pockets like Elounda have been booming with tourism interest recently
but the eastern reaches of the island is better known for its untouched natural beauty
“but also fishermen in colorful caïques whisking sun worshippers to far-flung beaches and black robed grannies wandering around traditional hamlets,” Gogos explains
“It is this combination of glamor and unpolished beauty that makes Lasithi stand out.”
What to do: Agios Nikolaos and Elounda are two small coastal towns that have since become tourism darlings in the area
This is where you’ll find the beach bars and the more popular resorts
They are typically the busiest pockets of eastern Crete
but as the island’s stock continues to rise among travelers
many other areas are starting to land on tourism radars
which is flanked by the sea on one side and a lush palm forest on the other
take a day trip or two to a few gorgeous islands
You come for the blue bay waters and isolated beaches but you stay for the eye-popping history: This was once a leper colony up until about a 100 years ago
you can also sail from Ierapetra to the uninhabited Greek island of Chrissi
a protected nature reserve where you may spot lizards
and other wildlife as you sunbathe on its pure sand beaches
and pretty waterfalls will do their best to keep your heart rate even
And Passarivaki adds that the available menu is so seasonal
you could be tucking into slow-roasted wild goat
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Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota will be the first international resort in Epirus
today announces the signing of Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota
marking the celebrated brand's debut in Greece
the resort will be operated by Pitoulis S.A
one of Greece's leading hospitality operators
Set against the stunning backdrop of Epirus
including deluxe and executive suites with private pools and patios
The hotel will also feature a rich culinary offering
where Greek and Mediterranean delicacies are crafted using local produce
Guests staying at the new resort will be able to access two swimming pools with expansive sea views
as well as dedicated family and adult-only pools
The Pitoulis family laid the foundation for what would become a landmark in the Epirus region's hospitality landscape
Their journey began decades ago with the acquisition of a scenic plot in Sivota
guided by a vision to create a retreat that would celebrate the area's natural beauty and charm
this vision materialised with the opening of the original Agios Nikolaos Hotel
the hotel has grown to become an enduring symbol of quality and a treasured destination in Sivota
renowned for its stunning setting and welcoming atmosphere
the Pitoulis family's dedication to their property has ensured its continued relevance and appeal
this treasured address is set to embark on an exciting new chapter
bringing international recognition to the region
The partnership seamlessly blends the rich heritage of Agios Nikolaos Hotel with Mövenpick's ethos of culinary excellence
offering guests an experience that honours both tradition and innovation
Mövenpick pioneered the Swiss restaurant scene and evolved into an international hotel brand with inventive culinary excellence at its heart
that same generous and creative hospitality lives on in each of its 120+ hotels around the world
where cuisine serves as the cornerstone for fostering meaningful human connections and driving positive change
Guests staying at Mövenpick hotels are welcome to enjoy a wide variety of rewards
the renowned loyalty programme that enhances the experience during and beyond each hotel stay
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Global hospitality group Accor is set to introduce the M&ouml;venpick brand to Greece with the signing of the M&ouml;venpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota
This will be the first international resort in the country's Epirus region
with offerings such as Skipper&rsquo;s Beach Bar
and the Thalassa restaurant featuring Greek and Mediterranean cuisine using local produce
The resort will also house two swimming pools with sea views and separate pools for adults and families
Accor&rsquo;s Chief Executive Officer for Premium
Midscale &amp; Economy brands in Europe and North Africa
underscored the significance of the signing as a major step in Accor's growth strategy in Greece
He also praised M&ouml;venpick's global reputation for culinary excellence
have a longstanding history in the Epirus region's hospitality landscape
They established the original Agios Nikolaos Hotel in 1996
which has since grown into a beloved destination in Sivota
the property is set to gain international recognition
The partnership combines Agios Nikolaos Hotel's rich heritage with M&ouml;venpick's commitment to culinary excellence
said the collaboration offers a chance to showcase Sivota to a global audience
He expressed pride in building on his family's legacy and evolving the hotel to meet international standards
M&ouml;venpick has grown from pioneering the Swiss restaurant scene to an international hotel brand celebrated for its inventive culinary excellence
with cuisine as a crucial element for fostering human connections and driving positive change
Recent M&ouml;venpick additions in Europe include Baku
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With the arrival of Silversea Cruises’ super-luxury cruise ship Silver Spirit in the past few hours
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This year is expected to be particularly dynamic
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Five Senses Consulting and Development is strategically collaborating with the port and local authorities
strengthening the development and global awareness of the destination in the cruise sector
there is strong interest in transforming Agios Nikolaos into a boutique homeport for small
further enhancing the region’s profile as an authentic and quality destination
dynamic growth is expected in the next two years
“2025 will be a promising year for the cruise industry in Agios Nikolaos
We continue our efforts and contacts so that in 2026 this momentum will grow even more,” said Dimitris Agapitos
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Wyndham Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort is a sprawling and inclusive five-star resort sat just outside of Crete’s pretty seaside capital of Agios Nikolaos
It&#x27;s pretty rare in your adult life to spend a full, uninterrupted week with your family. Or it is, at least, for me. Life gets busy, and while <a href="https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/best-weekend-breaks-uk" target="_blank">weekend breaks</a> are plentiful and cherished
my mum and my sister vowed to go away together before December was out: somewhere hot
you can land into one of two airports: Heraklion or Chania
Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort is located less than an hours&#x27; drive away from the former
on the North-Eastern side of the island and just outside of the beautiful seaside town of Agios Nikolaos
despite our late landing – and the chaotic nature of Heraklion&#x27;s small luggage hall – our transfer was speedy and seamless
After picking up our all-inclusive wristbands
we were taken by golf buggy – over the bridge which joins the hotels&#x27; two parts – five minutes up the hill
We drove past countless other bungalows and suites which were scattered across the cliffside
and while the uphill scramble gave me some idea of the size of the resort
it wasn&#x27;t until I woke up the next morning that I realised quite how sprawling it is
The view across the bungalows with private pools
Our room was split over two levels: on the ground floor, a bedroom, dressing room and bathroom, and on the top floor, a slightly-larger repeat – plus a terrace with a sea view. It was the perfect-sized room for a mother-daughter trip. My mum made herself at home on the ground floor, while my <a href="https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/gallery/gifts-for-sisters" target="_blank">sister</a> and I shared the upstairs master bedroom
Both spaces were designed around a palette of creams
complete with rattan furniture and more sparkling marble
I couldn&#x27;t fault the design or cleanliness
Terrace space at Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort
I woke up to a half-eaten plate of snacks which the hotel team had very kindly put out for us the night before (half-eaten by myself
and stumbled out onto the sun-drenched terrace
The resort spans almost the entirety of Mirabello Bay
it&#x27;s worth noting that each of the two sides of the resort feel quite different
The side which I was overlooking – that which hugged the shore and housed the resort&#x27;s infinity pool
main hotel block and several restaurants – is lively with a tendency to get a little noisy in the evening
the village side – comprised of more pools
stone-built rooms like ours and the newly-opened water park – was much more subdued
I was pleased to be able to dip in and out of the buzz
we ventured over the road and away from the village to the main heart of the hotel
a busier-than-preferred affair – I&#x27;d recommend avoiding the 9am rush if you&#x27;re to steer clear of the hungry children – but the food was a total treat and we quickly got into a routine each day
fresh bread and continental options – plus an omelette bar and station for drinks
everything was restocked readily and piping hot
It&#x27;s the same Amalthea buffet restaurant which serves an international buffet for lunch and dinner every evening
While there is a selection of other restaurants on-site at the resort
you have to book in advance for a feeling of exclusivity
so it&#x27;s nice to have a more relaxed option to fall back on
We ate our evening meal at the Amalthea buffet restaurant multiple times over the course of the week and I never ate the same thing twice
I particularly loved the offering of traditional Greek options
Top tip: get there early to bag a rare-but-special table on the terrace and eat while you watch the sun go down
Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort private beaches and water sports centre from above
hidden in a quiet spot down the hill from the main Amalthea buffet and with exceptional service
We had two dinners at Kafenion since we loved it so much
and enjoyed walking five minutes up the cliff to the local church to watch sunset afterwards
It was so peaceful and the perfect way to work off all the lamb and potatoes I had tucked into
It was one of my favourite experiences of the entire week
Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort's Kafenion restaurant
The cliff-top church which can be reached directly from the hotel
because we were totally spoiled with wonderful things to do over the duration of our stay
you could spend the entirety of your holiday on a sun-lounger
but when there are local villages to explore
wine tastings to take part in and water sports to rinse
We spent three hours there and each made fragrances which we&#x27;ve been wearing ever since
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If you fancy venturing a little bit further
also best visited during the evening is Kritsa – a quiet and traditional village set around 30 minutes in-land
which was recommended to us by the owner of Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort&#x27;s on-site shop
It&#x27;s such a gorgeous and off-the-beaten-track place to wander around
with a plethora of gift shops and ice cream parlours to break at
While we headed back to the hotel to eat dinner
there seemed to be plenty of restaurants to choose from to elongate the night
A must-visit for any length of stay at Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort
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If you don&#x27;t want to leave the hotel but still want to keep yourself entertained
I&#x27;d recommend splashing (apologies) your entire holiday budget at the water sports centre
Though water sports are at an extra cost (as expected)
bookings aren&#x27;t needed: you simply approach the friendly team and take your pick from kayaking
We went out on a sofa boat which was a tad terrifying
and took a speed-boat ride around the local island of Spinalonga
(Famed for being a leper colony in the early 20th century)
This was so fun – I spent at least an hour jumping from the boat into the sea and climbing back up again – and loved whizzing past the local coves
caves and towns that we otherwise wouldn&#x27;t have spotted
an open-air gym (not as hot as you&#x27;d assume
not as ridden with children as you might expect – even my mum tried her hand at the water chute
We had the dreamiest of weeks at Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort
While some details slipped – we had a tricky time getting herbal tea delivered to our bedroom
and didn&#x27;t get bottled water regularly restocked – they weren&#x27;t deal breakers
all-inclusive trip with my sister or a friend – where everything you need is on your doorstep – I&#x27;d book Mirabello Bay Luxury Resort again in a heartbeat
The Municipality of Agios Nikolaos accepted the donation of the company Mirum Hellas S.A
for the preparation of studies and the provision of support services for the licensing process for the Agios Nikolaos Marina
The required studies have as their subject:
Phase A: Preparation of the Zoning Amendment File
which includes the rezoning of the boundaries and the integration of the new projects and infrastructures proposed for inclusion in the State Aid Program
Phase B: Preparation of definitive studies for the port projects and the land zone infrastructures
as well as the development of new shelters and playgrounds
Phase C: Completion of construction and issuance of the decision approving the operation of the marina in accordance with the specifications and approved terms
also offered to provide technical consulting services to expedite the necessary approvals
This includes assistance in preparing the required documentation
and guidance of the Municipality of Agios Nikolaos at the various stages of the process
ensuring the timely implementation of the marina upgrade
The purpose of the project is to upgrade the infrastructure and operation of the Marina and
the regeneration of public space and the improvement of conditions for the city’s citizens and tourists
The implementation of the donation will be carried out at the exclusive expense and care of the Donor without the payment of any financial consideration by the Municipality
through his own actions and taking into account the cost
quality and reliability ratio through competitive offers
selected as the implementing body of the donation MARNET S.A
which is staffed by a Team of Engineers registered in the Registers of Public Works Engineers in the required categories and classes of studies
The total duration of the provision of services is set at 16 months
The investment budget amounts to 66,960 euros
Athens-listed Metlen Energy & Metals has announced the signing of two long-term strategic agreements with Rio Tinto
ensuring the supply of bauxite and the disposal of alumina
These agreements are linked to the investment in the historic Aluminium of Greece plant in Agios Nikolaos
to expand Metlen’s alumina production capacity
This investment will significantly increase alumina production
from 865,000 tons to 1,265,000 tons per year
The bauxite supply agreement provides for Rio Tinto to supply approximately 14.9 million metric tons of bauxite from the CBG mine in Guinea
These quantities will complement Metlen’s domestic production from its local mines
The alumina offtake agreement provides that Metlen will supply Rio Tinto with 3.9 million metric tons of alumina
originating from the new plant in Agios Nikolaos
with a possible three-year extension (2035-2037)
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The sight was undoubtedly shocking for Cretans, with <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/08/16/athens-became-mini-pakistan/">Pakistanis</a> parading around with loudspeakers blaring their music and chanting &#8220;Allah is Great&#8221;
the march was organised and carried out by the branch of the extremist Islamist organisation Dawat-e-Islami
At the head of the march was Maulana Ubaid Raza
It is recalled that a day after the brutal murder of a tailor in Udaipur in northern <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/02/29/will-the-21st-century-be-indias/">India</a> in 2022, Rajasthan Police said that Ghouse Mohammad, one of the two accused in the case, had gone to Karachi in <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/03/15/tax-evasion-smuggling-and-distorted-scope-of-development-in-pakistan/">Pakistan</a> in 2014 and had links with Dawat-e-Islami
has links with the Karachi-based Islamist organisation Dawat-e-Islami
including the two prime accused,” Rajasthan DGP ML Lather was quoted as saying
While Dawat-e-Islami claims to be a non-political and non-violent religious group inspired by Sufi tradition, and so far there’s no evidence of its direct involvement as a group in any terrorist act, this isn’t the first time the group’s name has come up in a terrorism investigation, <a href="https://www.indiatoday.in/india/video/shopkeeper-beheaded-in-udaipur-for-backing-nupur-sharma-1967806-2022-06-28" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">India Today</a> reported
there have been multiple incidents in the past where its followers went on to carry out terrorist attacks
The last time Dawat-e-Islami’s name came up during an investigation into a terrorist attack was back in 2020, when a <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/03/29/constantinos-bogdanos-geneva/">Pakistani</a> terrorist named Zaheer Hassan Mehmood carried out a stabbing attack on September 25th outside the former headquarters of French satirical magazine Charlie Hebdo in Paris
Two people were wounded in the stabbing attack and the terrorist was arrested
French authorities discovered that Zaheer claimed that his religious guide was Maulana Ilyas Qadri
Zaheer’s father said in an interview to Pakistani media said that he is “proud” of his son who has “done a great job” and he is “very happy” about the attack
He said that Zaheer “was a good son” who prayed regularly and attended Milad twice a year
His father also confirmed that he was a follower of Maulana Qadri
the leader and founder of the Dawat-e-Islami organisation
Zaheer’s father had appealed to the then government of Imran Khan as well as to other Islamic countries to help bring his son home
“He has done service in the cause of Islam and we are a Muslim country,” he was quoted as saying
the murderer of Pakistani governor Salman Taseer
was also a follower of Dawat-e-Islami and its leader Ilyas Qadri
Ilyas Qadri has declared that “all Muslim scholars agree that a blasphemer must be killed but it is up to an Islamic government to execute the punishment
if a lover of the Prophet kills a blasphemer extra-judicially
A 2016 murder of a British-Pakistani Ahmaddiya Muslim man named Asad Shah in Glasgow also produced links with Dawat-e-Islami
a British-Pakistani Barelvi Muslim named Tanveer Ahmed
was affiliated with Dawat-e-Islami and was revealed to be an admirer of Mumtaz Qadri
Ahmed was sentenced to life imprisonment with a minimum term of 27 years
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The incident occurred in the early hours of the morning near the Frouzi Bridge
worked tirelessly to extricate him from the wreckage
but he was found unconscious and pronounced dead upon arrival at the hospital
Passing drivers who witnessed the car’s plunge alerted authorities, though the depth of the drop prevented them from offering immediate assistance. The <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2025/01/14/chania-police-traffic-accident/">Traffic Police</a> of VOAK are conducting a preliminary investigation to determine the exact cause of the accident
with early indications pointing to the wet road conditions as a key factor
The victim’s body is expected to be transferred to the Forensic Service of PAGNI in Heraklion for an autopsy to establish the precise cause of death
this latest fatal road accident serves as a grim reminder of the dangers posed by adverse weather on Crete’s roads
leaving a grieving family and a shattered community to pick up the pieces
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Agios on SUP 2024 confirmed for another year its decisive role in the tourism and economic development of the Agios Nikolaos region
recording impressive results both in terms of participation and economic impact while paving the way for the anniversary event in 2025
The 2024 event in Agios Nikolaos achieved significant visitor attraction and positive visibility
strengthening the local economy and the region's reputation as a leading sports tourism destination
The following are the useful results of the survey conducted on the participants:
the event generated approximately €226,239.00 in direct costs for the participants
while the total economic support for the region is estimated at €422,598.00
This results in an average cost of stay per visitor
of €562.69 or €136.55 per day – significantly higher (+56.6%) than the average daily cost of visitors to Crete (€87.2)
*Average Spending per Day (Food and Amenities): €63.45*Accommodation Cost per Night: €73.10*Average Length of Stay: 4.1 Days
Visitors rated their experience with a score of 4.5/5
indicating their positive experience with both the race organization and the local services
with 89% stating their intention to visit again
*Significant boost to the local economy during the off-peak tourist season*Higher average spending by the typical visitor*Dispersion of revenue across various sectors of the local economy
*Contribution to extending the tourist season*Enhancing the international visibility of the destination*Developing high-level sports tourism
*Generating repeat visitors*Strengthening the destination’s brand name*Attracting high-spending visitors*Developing a specialized tourism product
Agios Nikolaos on SUP: 10 Years of Success &amp; Growth
Starting as a local event in 2015 and gradually evolving into an international institution
has been established as a landmark institution for the Agios Nikolaos region
2025 marks the 10th anniversary of Agios Nikolaos on SUP
confirming its establishment as an institution with a lasting positive impact on the economy
the strengthening of the destination brand name
and the creation of repeat visitors are strong advantages for the supporters of the event
The success of Agios Nikolaos on SUP proves that sports can be a growth lever for tourism
creating added value for both the local community and the entities investing in the event
2025ICF SUP WORLD RANKING EVENTGreek Championship – Long Distance SUPGreek Cup – Technical SUP
The spotlight was on Chrysi Vardinoyannis, who wore an elegant wedding dress by Greek designer <a href="https://costarellos.com/pages/about" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Christos Costarellos</a> and
donned an antique Corsair tiara from Anna Maria&#8217;s collection
The Couple&#8217;s DepartureAs the ceremony concluded
greeting their loved ones who attended their wedding
Famous GuestsFather Alexandros Kariotoglou was one of the two priests officiating the wedding and arrived at 4 p.m.
just as roads around the church began to close
Metropolitan Amphilochios of Kissamos and Selinos
Among the guests gathered at the historic Athens church were Minister of Tourism Olga Kefalogianni
accompanied by her mother Eleni Vardinoyanni Kefalogianni
Princess Benedikte of Denmark with her daughter Alexandra of Sayn-Wittgenstein-Berleburg
The Pre-Wedding Party in KoukakiLast night
the former royal family dined at the &#8220;Hotel Grande Bretagne,&#8221; then headed to &#8220;Voulkanizater&#8221; in Koukaki
Chrysi Vardinoyannis and Nikolaos de Gres hosted a pre-wedding party for family and close friends
Guests first enjoyed white tarama mousse with grey mullet roe and creamy leek soup with caramelized leeks
An alternative first course included valley shrimp &#8220;saganaki&#8221; with feta cream and confit cherry tomatoes
guests chose between a slow-cooked &#8220;Mount Athos&#8221; grouper fillet with potatoes in organic olive oil and a small fennel salad or short rib &#8220;giouvetsi&#8221; with aged feta
Dessert featured baklava with caramelized Aegina pistachios and bitter chocolate mousse with vanilla salt and organic olive oil for enhanced flavour
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<a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/mig/" title="Posts by Mihaela Lica Butler" rel="author">Mihaela Lica Butler</a> - January 24th
the Organization for the Development of Crete (OAK) announced a temporary water supply reduction to key Eastern Crete municipalities
The measure aims to conserve dwindling resources and ensure uninterrupted service during the critical summer months when demand skyrockets
held at the Aposelemis Water Treatment Plant
including OAK’s President Theodoros Ninos and CEO Aris Papadogiannis
along with municipal utility representatives
&#8220;This winter has been exceptionally dry
leaving us with limited reserves,&#8221; noted OAK’s Managing Director
stressing that communication with local utility administrations is critical for a unified approach to addressing the water crisis
the situation at the Aposelemis Dam is deteriorating
Water levels have dropped so drastically that immediate measures are unavoidable
Officials agreed to implement the following steps:
Papadogiannis emphasized the need for careful management to protect the region’s water supply
particularly as the tourist season—a key driver of the local economy—approaches
Papadogiannis described the decision to reduce water allocations as a proactive first step
with additional strategies under consideration
The reduced water supply will directly affect households and businesses across Eastern Crete—residents in Heraklion
and Agios Nikolaos will likely experience tighter restrictions that disturb daily life
local officials must balance immediate needs with long-term conservation
The situation will worsen without proactive steps to conserve water
threatening both agricultural output and tourism revenue
Officials warn that longer drought cycles may become the norm
requiring Crete to rethink its approach to water use
OAK presented key strategies during the meeting:
Aris Papadogiannis highlighted the importance of community and government collaboration in tackling the crisis
“We’re addressing a dynamic situation that requires decisions in real-time
Our goal is to maintain stable water access for Eastern Crete and prepare for the peak tourism season.”
bold steps are needed to protect its water resources
the island risks repeating these emergencies year after year
[&#8230;] Water Supply Alert: Drought Forces Reductions in Eastern Crete     Hersonissos Municipality Advocates Integrated Water Management in Crete [&#8230;]
2025-04-22 By <a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/manuel-santos/" class="entry-author-link" rel="author">Manuel Santos</a> 
A young Dutch tourist was hospitalized after falling 25 meters in Samaria Gorge
He is in stable condition at Chania Hospital&#8217;s Neurosurgery Clinic
2025-04-22 By <a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/victoria-udrea/" class="entry-author-link" rel="author">Victoria Udrea</a> 
Let&#8217;s Go for Horta in Chania from April 26-27
the study to revive and reuse the illustrious Villa Pologiorgis in Amperia officially got a handshake—or
No sooner had the mayor’s pen touched paper than a room of deputies
The contract—routinely titled “Study for [&hellip;]
2025-04-22 By <a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/iorgos-pappas/" class="entry-author-link" rel="author">Iorgos Pappas</a> 
and demand fueled by good weather and tradition
2025-04-22 By <a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/mig/" class="entry-author-link" rel="author">Mihaela Lica Butler</a> 
Hoteliers in Crete witnessed record Easter occupancy
but the Crete tourist season hurdles are just starting
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<a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/author/kostas-raptis/" title="Posts by Kostas Raptis" rel="author">Kostas Raptis</a> - January 24th
The Northern Road Axis of Crete (VOAK) is entering a significant phase
backed by €490 million from the Recovery Fund
This financing covers three main sections: Chania-Heraklion (€200 million)
these form the backbone of Crete&#8217;s most ambitious infrastructure upgrade
spanning 157 kilometres and representing 70% of the total project length
This extensive section is nearing contract finalization
expected by the first quarter of this year
it&#8217;s also Greece&#8217;s largest ongoing infrastructure project
with funding sourced from multiple channels
including private investments by Gek Terna and additional European resources
The €490 million Recovery Fund allocation breaks down as follows:
The technical challenges make this the most demanding section:
Efforts to prepare 80 kilometres of side roads and intersections are underway
ensuring smooth integration with local networks
the remainder of the VOAK timeline trails behind initial targets:
including delays caused by lawsuits and local disagreements over the road&#8217;s path
The VOAK timeline faces setbacks: Land access
and archaeological permissions could push the completion date further back
Funds from the Recovery Fund come with strict deadlines
VOAK&#8217;s impact goes beyond transportation: It tackles <a href="https://www.argophilia.com/news/cretes-roads-get-critical-safety-improvements/236678/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">long-rooted safety issues</a>
Crete&#8217;s roads have an alarming track record of fatal accidents
As a link between key urban centres (Chania
Heraklion) and significant ports and airports
and trade—pillars of Crete&#8217;s economy
VOAK is an investment that promises to reshape the island&#8217;s connectivity and foster local and national growth not only a new highway
but a lifeline for Crete&#8217;s residents and visitors
quicker routes and improved access to Crete&#8217;s stunning landscapes grant tourism and the local economy pivotal advantages in their growth story
Kostas Raptis is a reporter based in Crete
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alumina output to be increased from Aluminium of Greece plant
METLEN Energy and Metals yesterday announced a final investment decision for a €296m project at its Agios Nikolaos
Aluminium of Greece plant to lift bauxite and alumina volumes and to produce..
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The construction of the first hotel under the InterContinental brand in <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/25/agios-pavlos-isolated-beach-crete/">Crete</a>
means VITAEL has a stronger presence in hotel projects
Hines and Henderson Park own the InterContinental in Agios Nikolaos, <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/04/26/wild-natural-beauty-of-lasithi/">Lasithi</a>
the old hotel unit was transformed into a 5-star hotel
The hotel extends over ten levels on an area of ​​15,000 sq.m
Most have a private pool and unobstructed views of the Mirabello Bay
VITAEL has collaborated with the duo of Hines and Henderson Park in the expansion of the &#8220;Grand Hyatt Athens&#8221; by L
VITAEL&#8217;s portfolio also includes other important hotel projects, such as &#8220;Domotel Kastri,&#8221; &#8220;Dusit Suites Athens&#8221; of the well-known international chain Dusit Hotels &amp; Resorts, and &#8220;Moxy Athens City&#8221; in <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2023/12/05/aussie-youtuber-spanian-omonia/">Omonia</a>
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Supply of bauxite and alumina offtake signed
Accor has signed an agreement for the Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota hotel
marking the debut of the renowned brand in Greece
one of the leading hotel operators in Greece
Set against the unique natural beauty of Epirus
the resort will feature 67 comfortable rooms
as well as deluxe and executive suites with private pools and courtyards
The hotel will also offer a rich culinary experience
which will serve Greek and Mediterranean flavors based on local ingredients
guests of the new resort will have access to two swimming pools with sea views
as well as pools for families and exclusively for adults
At the recent ceremony for the signing of the agreement in Greece
said: “The signing of the first Mövenpick in Greece marks an important milestone in our ambition to expand within this dynamic and culturally rich country
It is also a testament to our commitment to bring our premium brands to more destinations in the region and beyond
Mövenpick is internationally recognized for its culinary excellence and Mövenpick Resort Agios Nikolaos Sivota will fully embody the brand’s philosophy.”
"The vision of the Pitoulis family (Sergios
Benedetta) laid the foundations for what would become a landmark in Sivota
their entrepreneurial drive led to the acquisition of the first plot of land
paving the way for a legacy based on education
this legacy culminated in the creation of the first 40 rooms of the Agios Nikolaos Hotel - a pioneering establishment that set the standard in the Epirus region for almost three decades
starting a new chapter under the Mövenpick brand
the hotel is ready to push the boundaries and bring international recognition to the stunning Epirus region
The partnership with Accor is a milestone as it is the first international partnership in the region
ensuring our hotel is recognized worldwide while honoring its heritage,” he said
Mövenpick pioneered the Swiss restaurant scene and has grown into an international hotel brand with innovative gastronomy at the core of its hospitality
this creative hospitality continues in each of the 120+ Mövenpick hotels worldwide
where gastronomy acts as the cornerstone to foster meaningful human connections and drive positive change
Other recent Mövenpick brand arrivals in Europe include:
Mövenpick Hotel Winter Park Baku (Azerbaijan) – Opening in November 2024 as the first Mövenpick in Azerbaijan and the southern Caucasus region
The new hotel features 172 rooms in the center of the capital
Guests can enjoy easy access to the Winter Park area
known for its historic buildings and mosques.Mövenpick Brussels Airport (Belgium) – This impressive new hotel
is located just minutes from Zaventem Airport
offering an ideal location for those making a stopover in the capital
The hotel features 103 comfortable rooms and free access to a sauna and hammam
named after the famous Belgian surrealist painter René Magritte
with seasonal menus accompanied by an extensive list of local wines.Mövenpick Hotel Sarajevo (Bosnia &amp; Herzegovina) – Located in the heart of the city
Mövenpick Hotel Sarajevo offers easy access to both the business district and the old town
and a brasserie serving an excellent variety of traditional and international cuisine.Guests of Mövenpick hotels have access to a range of privileges
the leading loyalty program that enhances the hospitality experience during and after every stay
Authorities have released the names of the five family members who perished in a devastating house fire in Limassol early Saturday morning
as investigations continue into what sparked the deadly blaze
The victims have been identified as Bassem Adeeb Gamil Takla
The family was found lifeless inside their second-floor residence in the Agios Nikolaos area after firefighters battled the intense flames
A post-mortem examination confirmed that all five died from soot inhalation
Further toxicology and lab tests are underway to determine the exact cause of death
The fire department has traced the origin of the fire to the home’s kitchen and small living room area
Investigators are examining whether an electrical fault
continues to sift through the charred remains of the property in search of answers
Neighbors told authorities they woke to the smell of smoke and the sound of sirens but were unable to assist as flames rapidly engulfed the upper floor of the house
“This is a heartbreaking tragedy,” one local resident said
Authorities have yet to confirm whether the family was awake at the time of the fire or if they were overcome by smoke while sleeping
officials urge the public to ensure smoke alarms are functioning in their homes and to be cautious with heating appliances
A funeral for the family is expected to take place in the coming days
Something of a war has broken out in the Church of Greece after an Athens priest enlisted the help of two girls from his congregation to fill in for the altar boys in the Pentecostal liturgy
The controversial incident took place at the Church of Agios Nikolaos Rangavas in downtown Plaka on Monday
and soon made the rounds on social media after a parishioner posted a photograph of the 14-year-old twins dressed in the altar boys’ robes and holding candles
The photograph prompted an immediate reaction
mainly from religious and ecclesiastical circles
that saw the initiative as an affront to Christian Orthodox traditions and a herald of more “alarming” developments to come
Some even went as far as to surmise that it was a hint at intentions to allow women into the clergy
was suspended from service “until further notice,” with circles in the Archbishopric saying that the matter is of a theological nature and not open to public discussion
The Byzantine church in Plaka is especially popular among younger parishioners
thanks in part to the personality of Father Alexandros
studies abroad and secondary teaching experience
he strives to share the notion of faith as a way of viewing life
Indicative of his philosophy is the fact that the Acts of the Apostles is read in Modern Greek after the Ancient so that everyone in the congregation understands its messages
‘Those carrying out this indecent attack treat women as a detested symbol’
the congregation was very small and the boys who usually help the priest were away,” Dr Thanos Zisis
a philologist and member of the Agios Nikolaos Rangavas Council
Father Alexandros decided to allow the two sisters
no blessing or permission is required from the bishop,” notes Zisis
What makes the reactions to this decision even more surprising is that it is entirely common for girls to assume such duties in Greek Orthodox churches abroad (such as when the patriarch of Alexandria is conducting the service)
boys and girls from the local Experimental High School helped in the Christmas Eve service at the Metropolitan Church of Hania
and girls were also part of the Pentecostal liturgy at the Church of Saints Constantine and Helen in San Diego
“The institution of deaconesses is part of the Greek Orthodox tradition
but it has not been abolished,” adds Zisis
“The Church’s last deaconess was ordained by the late archbishop Christodoulos in Volos
She was preceded by Deaconess Maria in Korea in 1978 and by another ordained in 1910 by Saint Nektarios
to the accusations against Father Alexandros
been handed a punishment of equal severity to that imposed a few days ago against an archimandrite accused of molesting a minor,” he says
Dr Zisis believes that the issue is very serious and has significant social dimensions
“Those carrying out this indecent attack treat women as a detested symbol
she is expected to ontologically perceive her existence
She is meant to remain subordinate to men and be useful solely for the purpose of serving coffee and cookies.”
He also believes the girls are being unfairly targeted
“Such messaging cultivates a sense of guilt in the female gender from a young age,” says the educator
fallen behind on pastoral matters,” Zisis comments
adding that churchgoers and clerics should be more concerned about the shortage of young people at churches than about two girls holding candles
On December 6 the Greek Orthodox Church celebrates the Feast Day of Agios Nikolaos
Saint Nicholas was born about 275 AD in Myra
His uncle was the bishop of the town and educated Nicholas for life in the Church
Nicholas was ordained by his uncle and eventually succeeded him as Bishop the Christian Church in the Asia Minor city of Myra (now Demre
He is beloved throughout the Christian East for his kindness and help
He is called &#8220;Wonderworker&#8221; (or &#8220;Miraculous&#8221; or &#8220;Miracle-Worker&#8221;
different translations of the Greek &#8220;thavmatourgos&#8221;) for the miracles which he performed and which he still performs
This Saint lived during the reign of Saint Constantine the Great
He made a pilgrimage to the holy city Jerusalem
where he found a place to withdraw to devote himself to prayer
but that he should return to his homeland to be a cause of salvation for many
and delivering those who had been unjustly accused
No less was he known for his zeal for the truth
He was present at the First Ecumenical Council of the 318 Fathers at Nicaea in 325; upon hearing the blasphemies that Arius brazenly uttered against the Son of God
Since the canons of the Church forbid the clergy to strike any man at all
his fellow bishops were in perplexity what disciplinary action was to be taken against this hierarch whom all revered
In the night our Lord Jesus Christ and our Lady Theotokos appeared to certain of the bishops
informing them that no action was to be taken against him
The truth of things hath revealed thee to thy flock &#8230; was written originally for Saint Nicholas
and of sea-farers in particular sailors and the sea; he is one of the best known and best-loved Saints of all time
Today is also the Name day of Nikolaos and Nikoleta
Holidu, a search engine for vacation rentals, has launched a campaign to sell winter accommodation packages in Mediterranean destinations to Northern Europeans, and <a href="https://www.holidu.co.uk/magazine/the-best-european-winter-sun-destinations" target="_blank" rel="noopener">drafted a list of the 150 ideal cities for winter.</a>
Almost 90 of them are in Spain, with Greece following with 31 destinations.
The “warmest” Greek destination is, according to Holidu, Agios Nikolaos (pictured), on Crete, with average winter sunshine of 261+ hours and an average winter temperature of 16.4C.
Besides Agios Nikolaos, top Greek winter destinations include Rhodes Town, Lindos, Faliraki, Kiato, Ierapetra, Kardamena, Gerani, Malia, Kos, Koroni, Imerovigli, Elounda and others.
kind&#x27; husband after body found9 June 2024SummaryThe wife of TV and radio presenter Dr Michael Mosley
who went missing on the Greek island of Symi
In a statement Clare Bailey Mosley said her husband &quot;so very nearly made it
took the wrong route and collapsed where he couldn’t be easily seen&quot; by search teams
Tributes have also been paid to the &quot;immediately likeable
from those who worked with him and the wider public who benefitted from his work
A body was found earlier on Sunday beside Agia Marina beach after Mosley went missing while holidaying on the island with his wife
He left Agios Nikolaos beach before setting off to the centre of the island on Wednesday
with temperatures hitting 40C in the afternoon
A police source told BBC News the deceased had been dead &quot;for a number of days&quot;
The TV presenter is well known for BBC programmes including the podcast Just One Thing and the series Trust Me
We will be bringing this live page to a close soon - thank you for following our coverage
Here&#x27;s what we have been reporting on today:
You can read and watch more about Dr Mosley and his work across BBC News:
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>&#x27;We have lost the kindest of colleagues&#x27;
says Head of BBC Studios&#x27; Science Unitpublished at 19:45 British Summer Time 9 June 202419:45 BST 9 June 2024Andrew Cohen said Dr Mosley&#x27;s death &quot;will leave a huge hole for so many of us who had the privilege of working with Michael and for the millions of people who loved watching and listening to him.&quot;
The Head of BBC Studios&#x27; Science Unit said Dr Mosley&#x27;s was &quot;one of the very finest science communicators,&quot; and &quot;a brilliant programme maker and a unique presenter.&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>Mosley was a &quot;wise
wonderful and lovely man&quot;published at 19:35 British Summer Time 9 June 202419:35 BST 9 June 2024The Soho Agency
wonderful and lovely man&quot; in a statement on their website
&quot;Our hearts are with Clare and the children&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>Mosley&#x27;s &#x27;contribution to keeping the nation healthy was outstanding&#x27;
says Angela Ripponpublished at 19:24 British Summer Time 9 June 202419:24 BST 9 June 2024Angela Rippon has said Dr Mosley&#x27;s &quot;contribution to keeping the national healthy was outstanding&quot;
who appeared in Dr Mosley&#x27;s BBC health series The Truth About...
told the PA news agency that his work persuaded people to make changes to their lifestyles
&quot;His Just One Thing broadcasts really did persuade people that by changing just one thing to their daily routine they could make a serious difference to their health and wellbeing&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver pays tribute to &#x27;kind and gentle&#x27; Michael Mosleypublished at 19:11 British Summer Time 9 June 202419:11 BST 9 June 2024Jamie Oliver
the celebrity chef and healthy eating campaigner
paid tribute to Michael Mosley as a &quot;wonderfully sweet
Dr Mosley &quot;did such a lot of good for public health&quot; through his research and TV shows
producer and presenter and often changed the conversation around many public health issues for the better.&quot;
&quot;He will be sadly missed,&quot; Oliver wrote
adding his thoughts were with Dr Mosley&#x27;s family
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>Mail honours &#x27;unique and unmissable columnist&#x27;published at 18:55 British Summer Time 9 June 202418:55 BST 9 June 2024The editor of the Daily Mail and the Mail on Sunday has described Michael Mosley as a &quot;unique and unmissable columnist&quot;
Ted Verity said &quot;everyone at the Mail is absolutely devastated&quot;
&quot;Michael wasn&#x27;t just a unique and unmissable columnist
&quot;It&#x27;s no exaggeration to say that over the years Michael&#x27;s insights - especially his revelation that you can reverse type two diabetes - will have extended
whether warning of the perils of skimmed milk or enthusing about his latest madcap experiment on his own body
Michael was as electrifying as he was in print and on TV.&quot;
Verity also praised the presenter&#x27;s &quot;irrepressible curiosity&quot; and ability to explain science in a way readers could understand
&quot;He was always hungry to learn about the very latest
cutting-edge science and medicine and then explain it to readers in a way that was both engaging and comprehensible to a mainstream audience.&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>&#x27;I feel lucky to have listened to him&#x27;published at 18:40 British Summer Time 9 June 202418:40 BST 9 June 2024Some of our readers are getting in touch to share messages about Dr Mosley and the impact he&#x27;s had on their lives
Here are a few of the tributes sent in so far:
says she has used some of Dr Mosley&#x27;s documentaries to teach GCSE History for the last 16 years
Paul says Dr Mosley was &quot;an exceptional&quot; person &quot;without a hint of ego
Sue says Dr Mosley helped her &quot;get through Covid - just listening to his broadcasts&quot;
&quot;I wish I could have thanked him personally,&quot; she adds
&quot;We are all the richer for having him in our lives.&quot;
Kim says she &quot;never missed any of his programmes&quot;
and said the news of Dr Mosley&#x27;s death is &quot;heartbreaking.&quot;
&quot;With tears I write this and so gutted by his passing,&quot; she says
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Peter Andre sayspublished at 18:25 British Summer Time 9 June 202418:25 BST 9 June 2024&quot;Absolutely devastating&quot; are the words used by Peter Andre to describe news of Dr Mosley&#x27;s death
The singer posted a photograph of the science journalist and broadcaster on Instagram
along with the words: &quot;A wonderful human being&quot;
Loose Women presenter Ruth Langsford also took to Instagram to respond to the news
&quot;So terribly sad to hear the news of Doctor Michael Mosley’s death
He was a brilliant and utterly charming man
My condolences and love to his family&quot;
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David Olusoga sayspublished at 18:11 British Summer Time 9 June 202418:11 BST 9 June 2024The historian and broadcaster David Olusoga has described his &quot;shock&quot; at the news of Michael Mosley&#x27;s death
&quot;I saw him at the Hay festival just two weeks ago,&quot; the University of Manchester professor wrote on X
He described Mosley as a &quot;brilliant presenter who very kind and encouraging to me when I first started presenting
My deepest sympathy to [his wife] Clare and his family&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>How Michael Mosley changed livespublished at 17:48 British Summer Time 9 June 202417:48 BST 9 June 2024David SillitoMedia and Arts correspondent
It is not an exaggeration to say Dr Michael Mosley transformed people’s lives
For those who feared the growing waistline bulge over a straining belt was just an inevitable and depressing part of life
experimental approach to better health offered a solution that seemed to work for many
who over two decades produced programmes and books that were watched
listened to and read by millions of people
And among them are many who have spoken about how he inspired them to change their lives
his Fast 800 recipes taught her how to eat &quot;in a way that allowed me to lose weight while still enjoying satisfying and delicious food&quot;
she wrote: &quot;I am &gt;6.5 stone lighter and healthier for life thanks to him
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Jeremy Vine sayspublished at 17:30 British Summer Time 9 June 202417:30 BST 9 June 2024Jeremy Vine described Michael Mosley as a &quot;modest
highly intelligent man&quot; who would be missed &quot;so much&quot;
highly intelligent but also a born communicator - so rare,&quot; the BBC presenter and journalist wrote on X
We&#x27;re all going to miss him so much.&quot; 
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saying Dr Mosley was a &quot;mentor to many of us when we started out in science presenting&quot;
read: &quot;Tragic news about Michael Mosley
&quot;He was such an important figure both on and off screen in the BBC science unit
and as a mentor to many of us when we started out in science presenting
as many of our colleagues have already said on here
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which took place on the island&#x27;s rocky terrain on Sunday morning
an officer broke his leg  near to Agia Marina beach
Photos showed a man in uniform being taken away on a stretcher
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shared black and white portraits of Mosley from his time at this year&#x27;s festival - held at the end of May - on X
it said: &quot;It was a privilege to share his work on our stages
Dr Mosley presented a special episode of his Radio 4 programme Just One Thing at the event in May
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calling today&#x27;s news &quot;extremely sad&quot;
Mosley was well-known for appearing on ITV&#x27;s flagship daytime programme where he shared health advice and tips
wrote: &quot;We’re all heartbroken to hear that Michael Mosley has died at the age of 67
&quot;His wife Clare has paid tribute to her &#x27;wonderful
It went on to say that the team behind the programme are thinking of his family at &quot;this extremely sad time&quot;
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>Co-presenter: Dr Mosley was &#x27;national treasure&#x27;published at 15:55 British Summer Time 9 June 202415:55 BST 9 June 2024Dr Saleyha Ahsan
told BBC News he was a &quot;national treasure&quot; and a &quot;hugely talented&quot; man
She also praised his &quot;passion for explaining science to a wider audience&quot;
adding he made it &quot;accessible to anyone and everyone
Shareclose panelShare pageCopy link<a href="https://www.bbc.co.uk/usingthebbc/terms/can-i-share-things-from-the-bbc" class="ssrcss-18h2t1m-StyledLink ezys19s0">About sharing</a>A much loved TV presenterpublished at 15:40 British Summer Time 9 June 202415:40 BST 9 June 2024Noor NanjiCulture reporter
politicians and academics who have been expressing their sadness at the news of Michael Mosley&#x27;s death
Lots of people who have been directly impacted by the presenter have also been reacting
Whether it was helping them with their diabetes or with their efforts to lose weight
it’s clear that through his TV and radio programmes
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Scientist and fellow presenter Alice Roberts posted pictures of herself and Mosley on X
writing that she had known him &quot;for many years&quot;
&quot;When he started presenting as well as producing
we made several science programmes together
&quot;And we met up at Hay Festival just 2 weeks ago
&quot;I can’t believe he’s gone,&quot; she said
Former Labour MP and author Tom Watson described Mosley as a &quot;hero&quot;
He said: &quot;It&#x27;s hard to describe how upset I am by this news
Michael Mosley has helped thousands of people get well and healthy
former doctor and author of This Is Going to Hurt
said it was &quot;desperately sad news&quot; 
&quot;My thoughts with his family - may his memory be a blessing&quot;
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Dr Phil Hammond says in tributepublished at 15:08 British Summer Time 9 June 202415:08 BST 9 June 2024This video can not be played
Mosley &#x27;just loved&#x27; science and explaining it - Dr Phil Hammond
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A tragic accident during <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/03/07/thessaloniki-driver-bus-carnival/">Carnival</a> celebrations on Sunday (March 17th) claimed the life of a 33-year-old man in Agios Nikolaos, <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/03/14/migrant-arrivals-spike-on-southern-crete/">Crete</a>
The man reportedly died from extensive bleeding after a firecracker exploded on him
Local reports indicate the man was attempting to throw the firecracker when it detonated prematurely
<a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/03/07/us-honours-greek-fighter-pilot-for-saving-crew-aircraft-during-emergency/">Emergency</a> responders rushed the man to a nearby hospital in critical condition. Despite medical intervention, the man succumbed to his <a href="https://greekcitytimes.com/2024/02/09/shoulder-injuries-greek-study/">injuries</a> shortly after arrival
the victim suffered significant blood loss
Authorities are investigating the exact sequence of events that led to the fatal accident
Initial reports suggest the man was conscious and in severe pain following the explosion
The close friends and family of the deceased are understandably devastated
Police are expected to interview eyewitnesses to reconstruct the events of the evening
Greece’s first electric ferry has been commissioned&nbsp; to service the 10km run across the Gulf of Corinth between the port of Aigio on the Peloponnese side and the village of Agios (Saint) Nikolaos on the mainland&#8217;s Dorida region
This follows on the heels of last week&#8217;s announcement of <a href="https://plugboats.com/chinas-electric-ferry-is-first-in-the-country/">the first electric ferry in China</a>
With almost 14,000km / &nbsp;8,500 miles of coastline
for visitors and locals going from island to island and from mainland port to mainland port
The aim of the new pilot program is to extend it to all of the country&#8217;s short ferry routes
The Agios-Nikolaos pilot is part of a much larger project that includes an offshore power plant to provide the electricity
The plant includes a hybrid power generating system that combines solar
Surplus power will be provided free of charge to residents of the two municipalities who are in financial distress or belong to vulnerable social groups
The ferry aspect is a collaboration between the municipalities and <a href="https://www.dnvgl.com/maritime/greece/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">DNV-GL</a>
which is best known as an international classification and registering body for ships but also provides services like due diligence
The electric ferry will be a conversion from an existing diesel ship, and the entire project, with power plant, is budgeted at 4M &#8211; 5M Euros (US $4.5 5.5M). The EU will provide 50% of the funding. The world&#8217;s largest electric ferry – also an EU project, was <a href="https://plugboats.com/worlds-largest-electric-ferry-completes-maiden-voyage/">went into service&nbsp; in Denmark this past August</a>.&nbsp;
All of the Greek ferry lines will be watching the pilot with great interest. Fuel prices have already been rising in Greece over the past two years and the <a href="http://www.imo.org/en/MediaCentre/HotTopics/Pages/Sulphur-2020.aspx" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">International Maritime Organization (IMO) global sulphur cap</a> &nbsp;starts January 1
Estimates are the cost of lower sulphur fossil fuels could be as much as 20% higher with consumer ticket prices going up 7-10%
of course is one of the world&#8217;s great maritime nations
but it has been slow to take up electric ferries
in large part because many of the routes in the country are long overnight journeys to the islands that tax today&#8217;s electric-only capabilities
The technology is literally changing by the day, though, and 2019 has seen a number of important milestones in <a href="https://plugboats.com/category/commercial/ferries/">switching ferries from fossil fuels</a> to battery electric or hybrid. The <a href="https://plugboats.com/worlds-largest-boat-batteries-for-arctic-cruise-ships/">largest capacity batteries for an electric ship – 6,100 kWh</a> – were installed on an arctic cruise ship and are twice the size on any other boat.&nbsp;
Norway is definitely the leader in electric ferries, but the other Scandinavian countries are also making the switch, as well as Canada and the US. There is even an a <a href="https://plugboats.com/this-solar-ferry-in-india-runs-on-2-60-a-day/">solar powered ferry in India</a>
Norwegian Startup Pascal Technologies has announced that two new electric vessels
the NABCREW Zero AirBlue 1240 and the Hugin DC
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Three workers in a maintenance crew on Athens’ ISAP electric railway were injured in the early hours of Tuesday and one died later in hospital
the Athens-Macedonian News Agency (AMNA) has said
The three men were reportedly injured in a crash after the brakes failed on the rail grinder they were operating
The machine was sent careening down the track until it collided with an empty train that had been parked at Agios Nikolaos station to act as a buffer
the chief executive of ISAP operator STASY
confirmed that one of the three men died in hospital
the Agios Nikolaos station has been closed and trains are running only between Omonia and Piraeus
LLM writer Baldwin Ho checks in for a luxury stay at this exclusive wellness retreat
Being the largest and most populous Greek island
Crete often perplexes tourists in terms of where they should be staying
If you are looking for a wellness retreat that is adults only and has won countless luxury hospitality awards
look no further than Minos Palace Hotel and Suites
The hotel opened in 1981 and has been widely regarded as the best hotel in Crete
but any cursory inspection of the hotel will not yield any 80s décor as this is an institution that constantly reinvents itself
The Cretan design focuses on natural elements that are sourced locally
bohemian candlelight holders and tasteful art pieces dotted throughout the reception area exuding a carefree island holiday vibe
Set on a secluded peninsula with a divine infinity pool
the hotel looks more for the social media age rather than from a bygone era
you&#8217;re guaranteed to find stunning sea views
If you start strolling through the carefully manicured garden lawns
it is deceptively easy to get lost such is the size of their property
but it will be a thoroughly soothing meander as you encounter their picturesque
The only slight negative is if you want to head into town to Agios Nikolaos
it is marginally further out compared to their sister hotel
they are aiming to be a luxury wellness resort where guests don&#8217;t necessarily want hectic trips into town
You suspect a Feng shui master might have consulted on the design of their 121 rooms and bungalows
and 28 suites with private and shared pools
Everything is effortlessly harmonised with the natural surroundings using local materials
The colour palette is on the sophisticated grey
olive wood spectrum giving a distinct sense of calm respite away from the Cretan afternoon heat
Most of the rooms have been refurbished to a very high standard complete with USB sockets by the bedside and high-speed Wi-Fi even if you are out at your private pool
there is a small number of rooms still waiting to be refurbished
Sustainability is a key consideration for the hotel
They offer shampoo and shower gel in readily bio-degradable pouches instead of the usual plastic bottles
Double vanities are available to ensure marital bliss during your adults-only retreat
Food is something embraced with a passion by Cretans
Even at their &#8216;casual&#8217; restaurant
The showstopping dish is the prawns with ouzo
which is cooked in front of guests on a heated stone with dry seaweed
a popular staple in both their restaurants but if you walk around their gardens
you&#8217;ll appreciate their garden-to-plate concept
garnishes and the like are more than likely to have come from their expansive garden
the buffet restaurant with a unique 360-degree sea view
offers the best of Greek and Mediterranean cuisine and is included in the half board package
You might see local dishes like fish with lemon verbena sauce and zucchini stuffed with mincemeat and rice
this is not a restaurant where you&#8217;ll struggle to find options
The eye-catcher is the hotel&#8217;s easy-on-the-eye saltwater infinity pool
With sun-loungers and palm trees nestled a third of the way into the pool
this is THE picture postcard perfect shot to make your friends and enemies green with envy
The focus here is all about wellness so you can attend yoga and Pilates classes
Cookery classes can be arranged where you can learn how to cook authentic Cretan cuisine and there are even eco-activities where you can go beach and coast cleaning
The hotel currently has an ornate spa treatment area but there are big plans to knock down an accommodation complex to make way for a brand new spa treatment centre
Do you want to visit a progressive adult-only wellness retreat
Do you want to enjoy some Cretan winter sun
Minos Palace Hotel and Suites is just the place you need to consider
Agios Nikolaos offers rooms from 293 euros per night
Address: Ammoudiou, Ag. Nikolaos 721 00, GreecePhone: +30 2841 023801Email: <a href="mailto:info-palace@bluegr.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">info-palace@bluegr.com</a>Website: <a href="https://www.minospalace.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" title="minospalace.com">minospalace.com</a>
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