Greece introduces a 30% VAT cut for 19 border islands from January 1, 2026. Local leaders welcome relief but highlight housing, Airbnb, and demographic concerns.
Why Killini’s Port Suddenly Matters in the Green Transition
Kyilini’s port is set for a green upgrade with cold ironing by 2029, €1B for eco-friendly ferries, and improved connections that support island tourism.
Heraklion Cruise Port Breaks All-Time Passenger Records
With over 317,000 cruise visitors already in 2025, Heraklion Port braces for a record-breaking year, topping 350,000 passengers and 270 ship arrivals.
Kourtaliotis Gorge: 100,000 Visitors and Counting Under the New Ticket Regime
Despite heavy rains and a temporary closure in May, Kourtaliotis Gorge has welcomed over 100,000 visitors in 2025.
EU Wants Your Hotel Reviews to Actually Be Real
The European Commission launched a Code of Conduct to ensure online tourism reviews are authentic, transparent, and reliable, tackling fake feedback across Europe.
Heraklion Launches €3M Green Maintenance Tender
The Municipality of Heraklion approved a €3M tender for the upkeep and expansion of public green spaces from 2026 to 2027, covering parks, schools, cemeteries, and even the Venetian Walls.
Cyprus Strike Strands 15,000 Travelers and Disrupts Public Services
A three-hour general strike in Cyprus on September 11 grounded 50 flights, delayed 15,000 travelers, and disrupted public services.
Heraklion Launches Followgreen ‘Recycling Backpack’ Mission with Cash Prizes for Students
Heraklion’s Followgreen platform unveiled a new “Green Mission” urging students to recycle old school supplies—with the chance to win a €250 voucher.
Crete Tourism Bus Owners Condemn Road Blockades Over Farmer Protests
Crete’s tourism bus operators denounce farmer roadblocks on the VOAK, warning of chaos, reputational damage, and a blow to the island’s tourism image.
Crete Gridlocked as Farmers’ Protests Leave 500 Tourists Stranded
Roadblocks by Cretan farmers on the VOAK left 500 tourists without flights. Tourism bodies warn of “irreparable damage” to Crete’s global image.
Tornos News Reports Record Revenues and Arrivals for Crete
According to Tornos News, Crete leads Greek tourism with 3 million international arrivals and record hotel revenues, despite Airbnb oversupply.
Crete Leads Greece in Summer Arrivals as Cyclades See Decline
Crete welcomed 3 million international arrivals, topping all Greek islands. Rhodes, Kos, the Ionian Islands, and Thessaloniki posted gains, while Santorini saw a sharp drop.
Heraklion Faces Water Woes as Aposelemis Plant Stays Offline
Heraklion struggles with water shortages as the Aposelemis treatment plant remains out of service. No timeline from OAK, DEYAH urges residents to save water.
Crete After Winter: When the Rivers Flow Again
In summer, Crete seems carved from sunlight and dust—a land thirsty beneath the heat. But when winter rain sweeps down the mountains, the island transforms. Rivers awaken from their dry-season slumber, waterfalls appear where none flowed before, and gorges heave with ancient energy. From balancing gnarled cliffs, places like Kourtaliotiko Gorge (below) unveil a narrow […]
Should You Pack a Squatty Potty for the Road
History’s funniest bathroom tale—knights, unicorns, and the colon’s best friend—now with a travel twist. The Squatty Potty is not carry-on friendly.
Why Chania’s New Bioclimatic Seed Bank Will Be a Game-Changer for Eco-Tourism
Crete is set to open the first Mediterranean Bioclimatic Seed Bank in Chania. A landmark project blending conservation, green architecture, and a botanical museum.
Agios Nikolaos’ Festival of Fountains Brings Music and Memory to Kritsa
The Municipality of Agios Nikolaos is launching its new cultural initiative, the “1st Festival of Fountains”, an event designed to honor Crete’s fountains as places of memory, gathering, and heritage. Following its recent stop in Vrahasi, the festival now continues at the historic Haniotena fountain in Kritsa, where on Thursday, September 4, 2025, at 8 p.m., […]
Kimolos Bets on Autumn to Stretch Its Tourist Season
Mayor Constantinos Ventouris announced that Kimolos will extend its tourist season into October, banking on the Feast of Saint Methodia and a targeted promotion strategy to keep visitors coming.
Crete Tops the Charts While Other Islands Trail Behind
A TUI and Appinio survey of 2,000 Germans crowned Crete the most popular holiday island, followed by Rhodes and Santorini.
Crete’s LIFE Program Goes Global with New CPR Guidelines
Two doctors from Crete—Natasa Spartinou and Vlasios Karageorgos—joined the European Resuscitation Council editorial team to shape new CPR guidelines, a milestone for the island’s LIFE program.
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