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Why Cretan Honey Is Truly Unique

Cretan olive oil is always the star — praised endlessly, photographed lovingly, bottled proudly, and universally crowned as the island’s…

Ice Cream Is Secretly Driving US Tourism to Greece

Growing US travel to Greece aligns with Americans’ strong ice cream preferences, creating new opportunities in hospitality and dining.

INNSiDE Elounda Promises a Different Crete

The new INNSiDE Elounda resort opens May 2026, offering luxury accommodation, private pools, wellness activities, and contemporary Greek cuisine in…

Crime in Crete Rethymno Police Event

Vendettas, knives, guns-in-the-sky weddings, tourists thinking it’s Disneyland… and the academics trying to make sense of this beautiful chaos.

From 2026, Cash Rent Becomes Illegal in Greece

Greece bans cash rent payments from January 1, 2026. All rent must be paid via registered bank accounts under Law…

Minoa Pediada Launches Sterilisation and Microchipping Drive, 5–10 December

Minoa Pediada launches a new 5–10 December sterilisation and microchipping drive with Zero Stray Pawject, calling residents and volunteers to…

What Malaka Really Means in Crete

Every Greek knows Malaka, but Crete has weaponized it into a cultural art form

Why Olive Oil Standards Matter More Than Ever

Online seminar on olive oil contamination in Crete raises concerns for producers and hospitality businesses. What tourism stands to lose.

Tourist Police 171 Crete Help Line

Every traveler in Crete should save 171. It will help you with and everything that needs a gentle nudge toward…

Heraklion Taxis Announce 48-Hour Strike.

Heraklion taxi union claims "pirate taxis" threaten their existence Reality check: Heraklion has zero pirate taxis and infinite official ones…