Andreas Metaxas, Managing Director of the Metaxa Hospitality Group, has been named an honorary citizen of Oropedio Lasithiou, the municipality encompassing the Lasithi Plateau in eastern Crete. The municipal council voted unanimously to grant the title in recognition of his contributions to the region. The Lasithi Plateau is a popular destination for visitors, known for its traditional windmills, fertile farmland, and the Dikteon Cave, mythologically linked to the birthplace of Zeus. The Metaxa Hospitality Group operates hospitality properties in Crete, and this recognition reflects the role private tourism investment plays in supporting local communities. For visitors planning a trip to the Lasithi area, the plateau is accessible by road from Heraklion in approximately one hour and is worth including on a day trip itinerary.