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Crete Signs €22.5M Deal to Showcase Heraklion’s Venetian Walls

The Culture Ministry, Region of Crete, and Municipality of Heraklion have signed a €22.5 million agreement to restore the Venetian…

Zakros Reservoir Geotechnical Survey Finally Breaks Ground

The geotechnical survey for the Zakros reservoir began on November 4, marking real progress on a project vital for eastern…

Crete Launches €1.23M Tourism Plan for 2026

Crete approves a €1.23 million tourism plan for 2026, aiming to hit 7 million visitors and keep its crown as…

Gortyna’s Roman Odeon Gets a 500K Revival

Crete's Regional Governor, Stavros Arnaoutakis, approved €500,000 for the restoration of Gortyna's Roman Odeon.

In Riyadh, Shaikha Al Nowais Makes History, Olga Kefalogianni Makes Headlines

At the UN Tourism Assembly in Riyadh, Shaikha Al Nowais became the first female Secretary-General — and Kefalogianni made sure…

Crete Nears Seven Million Visitors

Even after the season’s close, Knossos draws visitors from around the world as Crete eyes 7 million tourist arrivals for…

Vietnam’s Vingroup Unveils 8Wonder to Turn the Nation into Asia’s Cultural Powerhouse

Vingroup launched the 8Wonder mega music festival and a new Culture pillar to promote Vietnamese arts, film, and talent development…

Santorini Reopens Iconic Stepped Path Between Fira and the Old Port

The stepped path linking Fira to the Old Port of Santorini reopens after maintenance.

Greece Suspends Trawling in Alonissos Marine Park After Backlash

The Culture Ministry halts trawling in Alonissos-Northern Sporades Marine Park after backlash, as courts uphold entry fees to fund conservation.

Low Demand for Heating Oil in Heraklion Despite Subsidy Launch

The myThermansi platform will open on Monday, November 10, 2025. Heating allowance applies to oil, gas, LPG, biomass, and electricity.…