The Municipality of Platanias proposes an ambitious project that will transform the eastern and western sides of the iconic Keritis Bridge. The initiative focuses on the creation of thematic historical and environmental parks, breathing new life into a place steeped in memories and natural grace. Keritis Bridge, built around 1908 during the term of Prime […]

Even on a sunlit spring day, the Karavolas Beachfront in Heraklion cannot hide its neglect. Geórgios Manoúsos, a politician with a keen photographer’s eye, describes his most recent visit as “a sad reflection of the city’s priorities.” This is not a casual complaint; thousands of visitors, both tourists and local families, see the same problems […]

Crete’s roadsides are dotted with kandylaki. Learn what these shrines mean and how they reflect local culture and faith.

The Region of Crete and the Municipality of Malevizi signed a 3.5 million euro contract to redevelop E. Venizelou Street in Gazi.

In July 2025, Crete’s tourism landscape saw record-breaking arrivals at Heraklion Airport but hotel occupancy lagged compared to last year.

Hotel Employees in Crete demand longer unemployment aid for seasonal tourism workers—addressing months without income and the survival of thousands of families.

Disruptive guests arrive as severe storms hit Greece in August 2025, causing travel disruptions and safety warnings. T

As Cretalive.gr reported, a 49-year-old man has been identified as the person responsible. Whether it was negligence or deliberate remains to be seen—but a case file has already been drawn against him.

Drinking tap water in Crete is a classic hit-or-miss situation, and your guests deserve the straight facts. The pipes may be sparkling in Heraklion, but five minutes down the coast, you might get water that tastes like yesterday’s seawater with a dash of mystery minerals. Most locals don’t bother with the tap, and there’s a […]

Victims of the 2021 Arkalochori earthquake must return government aid—some with interest—if they fail to submit housing assistance applications by August 17.

Crete faces a sharp rise in beach drownings. Lifeguards urge beachgoers to follow safety rules as public debate unfolds over whether the issue is cultural, educational, or systemic.