The 8th Arvi Banana Festival returns to southern Crete from August 7–9, 2026, with live music, theater, family entertainment, and Cretan hospitality.

Unseasonable summer rain surprises Heraklion as EMY issues weather warnings across Greece for lightning, hail, and squalls.

Visitors to Rethymno can now park for free in Koumbes and travel to the city center on electric shuttle buses operating every 15 minutes.

A salmonella outbreak in Lamia has now been traced to three separate chicken suppliers. Positive tests were found in chicken fillets and souvlaki, with evidence of severe cross-contamination in local restaurants.

A tourist boat carrying 10 people struck submerged rocks near Agioi Apostoloi, Chania. All passengers were rescued safely, and authorities are investigating the incident.

Kokkinos Pyrgos, Matala and Kali Limenes have once again earned Blue Flag status, recognizing excellent water quality, safety and environmental management.

DEYA Malevizi says repeated power outages caused a sewer network failure. Swimming remains restricted only within 150 metres of the Ammoudara stormwater outfall.

The village of Christos in Lasithi is unlocking its doors on August 1-2, 2026, for a weekend of traditional crafts, authentic food, and live Cretan music.

Firefighters have brought a wildfire near Ini in Crete’s Minoa Pediada municipality under control after an hours-long operation. Crews remain on site monitoring for flare-ups.

Hersonissos Mayor Zacharias Doxastakis presented a comprehensive circular economy strategy at the Pan-Cretan Conference in Heraklion.

Passengers traveling from Souda to Piraeus via Milos should note a temporary schedule change now in effect. From today through September 6, the ferry will depart Souda at 9:30 p.m. (21:30) instead of its usual 10:00 p.m. (22:00) departure. The vessel is scheduled to arrive at the Port of Piraeus at 6:45 a.m. Passengers are […]

Crete will enjoy warm sunshine today, but afternoon showers and isolated thunderstorms may develop over the island’s mountainous interior.

Three mild earthquakes struck offshore areas near Chania and Lasithi overnight. No damage or injuries have been reported.

The SAEK Tourism of Crete offers free vocational training in hospitality, management, culinary arts, and pastry.

Talos Plaza in Heraklion celebrates its 19th anniversary with a free two-day festival on July 7 and 8.