Winter sports may still be sold as wholesome, healthy, family tradition — but the price tag is starting to tell a different story. A new cost comparison by the University of Europe for Applied Sciences (UE) shows that skiing in Europe is quietly splitting into two worlds: those who can still afford the “classic Alps […]
Crete Keeps Begging for Winter Tourists but Hides Its Best Winter Secret
Crete loves to talk about extending the season. Every year, the same press releases march out like disciplined soldiers: diversification, four-season destination, sustainability, authentic experiences, year-round tourism… And then the brochures show the same beach, the same cocktail, the same sunset. Meanwhile, on the actual mountain spine of the island, Crete quietly hosts something that […]
Ionian Sea Ferry Routes Suspended Due to Adverse Weather
Several ferry services in the Ionian Sea were cancelled due to adverse weather, affecting routes between Sami, Ithaca, Patras, Zakynthos, and Kyllini.
FITUR 4all 2026 and the Art of Selling Accessibility
FITUR 4all 2026 returns to Madrid wrapped in buzzwords, panels and promises, turning accessible tourism into everything—except something concrete.
Crete Plans €2 Million in Culture and Sports as Infrastructure Falls Behind
Crete announces a €2.06 million cultural and sports programme for 2026, even as water shortages, infrastructure strain, and airport delays raise hard questions.
When the Water Runs Out, the Illusion Runs With It
An official document confirms what many feared: water and sewage capacity in Crete cannot support new large hotel developments.
Thessaloniki Documentary Festival Goes Shopping for 4-Star Beds
The Thessaloniki Documentary Festival is securing up to 200 hotel rooms per night for March 2026, with a €107,120 accommodation budget.
Why Cretans Start the Year in the Sea
Why Cretans welcome the New Year in the sea. A look at the New Year’s Dive tradition in Crete, where it happens, and how to take part safely.
A Tragic Winter Ascent: Four Hikers Dead in the Vardousia Mountains
Four experienced mountaineers were found buried under an avalanche in the Vardousia Mountains after a Christmas Day ascent.
When an Octopus Decides to Swim With You
A winter swimmer in Chania emerged from the sea with an octopus wrapped around his leg. How bathers should react calmly and safely in Crete’s waters.
Heraklion’s Final Cultural Events of the Year Bring Music and Community to the City
How Heraklion Closes the Year: With Music, Stories, and Shared Space As the year draws to a close, Heraklion chooses to mark its final days not with spectacle alone, but with a steady unfolding of culture in public space—events that invite residents and visitors to slow down, gather, and move through the city together. The […]
Hersonissos Takes Weather Seriously
Hersonissos launches the Hersonissos 2030 project, installing eight weather stations and a real-time platform to improve climate resilience.
Echoes of Blue — A Love Letter to the Cretan Coastline
Echoes of Blue by Alexandros E. Roniotis is a 600-page bilingual photographic guide to the beaches, coastline, and hidden shores of Crete.
A Winter Hike in Crete Turns Fatal
The death of experienced mountaineer Stelios Papadogiannakis is a stark reminder that hiking and climbing in Crete during winter can be fatal, regardless of skill.
€2.4 Million Released to Regions to Fight Livestock Pox
€2.4 million goes to regions for sheep and goat pox management, a move that also protects rural tourism and food supply chains.
Winter Swimming in Crete
Winter swimming in Crete is possible but dangerous without preparation. Cold shock, currents, no lifeguards, and the need for proper wetsuits matter.
The Ultimate Guide to Planning a Trip to Cape Verde
Planning a trip to Cape Verde doesn’t need a spreadsheet, but things to know before you go and recommended activities for all.
Christmas Above Heraklion at Prinos Shelter
Prinos Shelter above Ano Asites opens for the holidays, offering winter walks, warm hospitality, and sweeping views over Heraklion and the Cretan mountains.
Beginner Mountaineering School in Crete
The Heraklion Mountaineering Club launches a beginner mountaineering school, teaching safe, independent mountain travel across Crete’s alpine terrain.
People Die Hiking Alone in Crete in Winter
Often in winter, hikers die in Crete after going alone into mountains and canyons. Weather, hypothermia, and delayed rescues turn mistakes fatal.
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