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Merry Christmas from Argophilia

A Christmas Eve message from Argophilia to our readers, inspired by travel, Crete, shared moments, and the quiet beauty of…

Maria Katerina Apostolaki from Heraklion Is Miss Greece 2025

Maria Katerina Apostolaki from Heraklion wins the Miss Ελλάς 2025 title, continuing Crete’s strong presence in national beauty pageants.

Amari Begins Replanting Olive Groves After August 2024 Wildfires

Amari distributes 6,500 olive saplings to fire-affected farmers, supporting recovery, local livelihoods, and Crete's iconic landscapes.

Gortyna’s Strategic Plan 2026–2028 Brings Crete’s Wild Landscapes Back Into Focus

Gortyna’s new 2026–2028 strategic plan focuses on protecting gorges, biodiversity, and cultural landscapes while promoting sustainable eco-tourism in Crete.

Santorini Among the World’s Most Romantic Honeymoon Destinations for 2026

Santorini features in hotelwithtub.com’s 2026 ranking of the world’s most romantic getaways, praised for its views, intimacy, and honeymoon appeal.

Heraklion Introduces 30 km/h Speed Limit Across City and Villages

Heraklion introduces a 30 km/h speed limit across the city and all villages, improving road safety for residents and visitors…

How Cretans Decorate Their Homes for Christmas

Cretan Christmas decoration is modest, warm, and inward-focused. Homes favor soft lights, simple trees, food, and quiet preparation over spectacle.

A Winter Hike in Crete Turns Fatal

The death of experienced mountaineer Stelios Papadogiannakis is a stark reminder that hiking and climbing in Crete during winter can…

Crete–Cyprus Direct Flights Launch, Strengthening Ties Between the Two Islands

The launch of direct Cyprus Airways flights between Larnaca and Heraklion marks a strategic step in strengthening tourism and cooperation…

Heraklion’s Missing Christmas Castle Reaches City Council

The absence of Heraklion's Christmas Castle from Eleftherias Square reaches the City Council, as plans emerge for a future festive…