Germany keeps Greece among its top holiday choices in 2025–2026, despite rising costs that now make it Europe’s most expensive destination.

Zero progress. PASOK MP Katerina Spyridaki slams the government over the stalled Makry Gialos port project, calling the situation institutional chaos and an insult to Lasithi residents.

Hotels in Crete are opening early again, driven by Catholic Easter and tour operator schedules. Orthodox Easter plays little role in international tourism demand.

Three successive weather systems are set to affect Greece this week, bringing rain and strong winds, while temperatures remain above seasonal averages.

Strong winds disrupted landings at Heraklion Airport, forcing flight diversions from Athens and Rhodes. 2026 update.

Gale-force winds hit Crete today, snapping trees in Arkalochori. Authorities urge extreme caution in travel due to dangerous gusts.

A severe weather wave is hammering Greece with heavy rain, thunderstorms, snow and gale winds, forcing snow chains, ferry suspensions and school closures.

Storm chaos in Gavdos. Karave port has been battered by strong southwesterly winds, with reports of 10 boats sinking and a parked car swept into the sea as waves overtopped the breakwater.

SYRIZA MPs filed a parliamentary question over planned interventions at Diktaion Andron, alleging a “lift” in a Natura 2000 and archaeological zone.

Crete’s Region and Sitia’s Mayor met in 2026 to push VOAK to Sitia and accelerate infrastructure projects via ESPA and the National Development Program.

Travel Guard ranks Crete #1 for U.S. budget-travel search growth for 2026 (180%), ahead of Kathmandu and Cappadocia.