Environmental alarm at Pachia Ammos beach in Stavros after cement waste reached the sea, raising serious concerns for wildlife.

A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck southwest of Paleochora, reminding residents and visitors that Crete sits in one of the most active seismic zones in the Mediterranean.

Loss of parking near Heraklion’s Venetian Walls triggers protests from businesses, reviving the long debate over cars, access, and how a modern city should function.

Cleanup and maintenance works in Amoudara near Heraklion begin ahead of the 2026 tourist season, as Malevizi Municipality improves the main coastal road from Linoperamata to Xeropotamos.

Access to the Zaros Gorge route leading toward Rouvas Forest in southern Heraklion, Crete, remains prohibited following a safety ban issued on February 25, 2026, and remains in force. Local authorities announced the temporary closure after inspections confirmed the area had become dangerous due to a combination of landslides, falling rocks, severe weather, and damage […]

Tourism officials say bookings remain stable despite Middle East tension, though some expect Greece could benefit if travellers avoid nearby destinations.

Rethymno will build a new Olympic-size swimming complex worth €4.09 million under Greece’s 2026-2030 sports program.

Hersonissos celebrates Clean Monday with Koulouma events across its villages, inviting residents and visitors to welcome Lent with food, music, and kites.

Five years after the 2021 earthquake in Minoa Pediada, hundreds of homes remain uninhabitable as residents request ENFIA exemption through 2026 and beyond.

Following participation in two German travel fairs, Crete officials predict strong visitor growth and year-round tourism expansion.

Wind gusts reached 121 km/h in eastern Crete while temperatures exceeded 17°C. Travel disruptions and local power cuts reported.