In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

A 79-year-old German tourist was safely rescued after a fall on Kolokytha Island in Crete. Firefighters and EKAB paramedics ensured her safe transfer to hospital on September 23, 2025.

Zaros springs feed village fountains and a national bottled water brand. A lifeguard’s look at water you can hear and the quiet commerce around it.

In Crete, families race to dry the last figs before the autumn rains. A lifeguard’s eye on rooftop trays, sticky hands, and the tastes that keep winter warm.

In the tiny harbor of Mochlos, Crete’s last fishermen mend nets and head out to sea while tourists watch. A quiet tradition fades.