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Crete Coastline Under Threat
Coastal erosion threatens Crete as rising sea levels strip land and property in Gra Ligia, Arvi, and Keratokampos.
Greece Launches Special Secretariat to Revitalize Mountainous Regions
A new government body aims to tackle population decline and boost sustainable tourism in Greece’s mountain villages through EU funding and strategic planning.
Greece Unveils New Seismic Map With 5 Risk Zones
Greece introduces a 5-zone seismic hazard map to align with Eurocode 8.
Heraklion Museum Climbs as Cultural Revenues Soar
New 2025 data shows a 42% surge in Greek cultural revenue despite a drop in visitors at Knossos and Phaistos.
Phuket Becomes the New Shore for Russia’s Global Citizens
Phuket is seeing a massive surge in Russian residency and property investment, led by Banyan Group’s billion-dollar development plans at Laguna Phuket.
Chengdu Opens a Faster Door to Europe
A new direct route by Air China links Chengdu and Brussels, cutting travel time and boosting tourism, trade, and cultural exchange.
New Green Space Under Construction in Mastabas
Works continue on a new green space in Mastabas, Heraklion. Officials say no parking spaces will be lost, a statement drivers will read twice.
Israeli Luxury Resort Plan for Kalamata Enters Public Consultation
Public consultation runs until March 21 for a €136.5 million Israeli luxury resort in Kalamata, Greece. The project seeks fast-track licensing.
Greece Spa Regulation Proposal Raises Questions for Thermal Tourism Sector
Greek thermal tourism faces new regulations as municipalities propose rules for spas, thalassotherapy, and healing springs. Industry fears more bureaucracy than progress.
Kalavryta Tourism Shaken by Rack Railway Shutdown
Kalavryta hoteliers warn that the suspension of the rack railway threatens tourism, local businesses, and the destination’s economic stability.
Historic Watermill at Gortyn Back on the Map
Crete’s Culture Ministry is restoring the old watermill at Gortyn and turning it into an open museum, proving that even obvious ideas can take decades to come to fruition.
4.5 Earthquake Recorded South of Paleochora
A 4.5 magnitude earthquake was recorded southwest of Paleochora in Crete on March 14. No damage reported, but the tremor was felt in parts of western Crete.
Crete Attica Power Link Promises Savings but Timeline Still Key
The Crete–Attica interconnection will cut costs and emissions, but questions remain about timing and the long-term impact on energy security.
More Questions Than Answers About Parking Near the Venetian Walls in Heraklion
PASOK MP Fragkiskos Parasyris attacks the Ministry of Culture over parking bans near the Venetian Walls of Heraklion, warning of chaos for residents and visitors.
Crete Flights Increase but War and May Bookings Keep Tourism on Edge
European airlines expand flights to Heraklion, but Middle East tensions freeze Arab interest and raise concerns about May bookings for Crete tourism.
New Promises for BOAK as Heraklion Bypass Plans Return
The government accepted most requests from Heraklion and Malevizi for changes to the BOAK project, opening the way for a supplementary study on the urban bypass.
Crete Flights Rise as Middle East War Freezes Arab Interest
Crete enters tourist season with stronger European air links to Heraklion. At the same time, the war in the Middle East freezes Arab airline interest.
Tree Planting Event in Chania Invites Locals and Visitors to Join
Volunteer tree planting in Chania on March 15 at the Polytechnic of Crete park. Locals and tourists invited to join the environmental action.
Partheni Bay to Get Organized Boat Shelter
Environmental approval granted for tourist boat shelter in Partheni Leros. Small marina project adds new mooring infrastructure in the Dodecanese.
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