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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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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…

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.

Bey Hamam Restored in Greek Time

Bey Hamam in Thessaloniki finally reopens after a delayed restoration project funded in 2022–2024. Greece completes the €1.5M cultural upgrade…

New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.