In Crete, air conditioning is everywhere yet treated like forbidden fruit. Locals ration usage, tourists demand chill, and the island pays the price.
Wolf Attack in Halkidiki Raises Safety Concerns for Residents and Visitors
A wolf attacked a 5-year-old girl at Neos Marmaras beach in Halkidiki. Authorities are installing cameras and traps to find the animal.
Lizards in Your Airbnb in Crete
Lizards are harmless, but Heraklion homes don’t need surprise reptiles. Manuel’s tongue-in-cheek guide keeps them out without panic.
Cretan Shores Under Pressure as Athens Tries to Ease the Flow
Greek Deputy Minister Sevi Voloudaki outlines efforts to ease Crete’s migration burden in 2025 with daily transfers and shifting strategy.
Another Drowning in Crete as Death Toll Rises
A 68-year-old woman drowned at Damnioni beach in Crete in 2025. The case adds to a growing number of incidents this summer, highlighting safety concerns.
French Tourist, 70, Found Unconscious in the Sea in Sitia
A 70-year-old French man was found unconscious at Kato Zakros Beach. Despite being transferred to the local hospital, he was pronounced dead.
Crete’s Stalis Dive Park Earns EU Accolade for Tourism and Sustainability
The European Commission recognized the Stalis Dive Park as a ‘Success Story,’ for sustainable diving tourism and protection of marine ecosystems.
Bulldozer Flattens Snow Measurement Station in Crete’s White Mountains
A snow measurement station in Crete’s Lefka Ori was razed by a construction company without notice.
Another German Tourist Drowns in Crete
A 60-year-old German tourist drowned yesterday at Alykes Sission. Just days earlier, another German visitor, 46, lost his life at Sfakaki after being pulled by deadly currents.
German Tourist Drowns in Sfakaki After Ignoring Red Flag Warnings
A 46-year-old German tourist drowned in Sfakaki, Crete, after defying lifeguard warnings and swimming during red-flag conditions with strong currents.
German Tourist Rescued in Agia Irini Gorge After Head Injury
An 80-year-old German tourist was rescued after a fall in Agia Irini Gorge, Chania. Fire Brigade and EMTs responded swiftly.
Arvanitia Path in Nafplio Gets a 4.7 Million Euro Rock Makeover
Nafplio’s famous Arvanitia Path, linking the old town to the beach, gets €4.78m restoration to fix rockslide risks and improve tourist safety.
Crete and Beyond: Accessible Beaches Get the Green Light
Greece invests in accessible beaches with ramps in Hersonissos, Agios Nikolaos, and Tanagra, which received EU-backed funding in 2025.
German Hiker Rescued in Crete’s Aradena Gorge After Injury
On September 12, 2025, a 74-year-old German hiker was rescued from Crete’s Aradena Gorge after a leg injury left him immobilized.
How to Survive Greek Ferries Like a Local
From booking chaos to deck-chair battles, here’s a tongue-in-cheek survival guide to Greek ferries that every traveler should read before island hopping.
Greeks Still Flocking to the Islands… Just the Cheaper Ones
Rising costs are not stopping Greeks from vacationing. Instead, they are choosing closer, cheaper islands, shorter trips, and booking ferries at the last minute.
Greek Hoteliers Call for Tax Cuts and Support Ahead of 2026 Slowdown
Despite strong results in 2025, Greece’s hotel federation warns of trouble in 2026 and demands government support measures.
Kamari Bus Route Resumes Operation on Santorini
The Municipality of Thira has confirmed the reactivation of the KTEL bus line serving Kamari, one of Santorini’s most visited coastal settlements. According to the announcement, routes will officially restart on the morning of September 10, 2025, covering the stretch from the Avis area through to Kamara. This decision follows sustained efforts by the municipality […]
Heraklion Coordinates Pan-European Sustainable Tourism Network
Heraklion hosted a pan-European meeting on sustainable tourism. The city, as “Action Leader,” promises guidance on certifications, SMEs, and policy links.
Tzitziki Cicadas Create Crete’s Loudest Summer Soundtrack
Crete’s tzitziki cicadas once again dominate the island’s soundscape—loved, hated, and impossible to ignore, they remain the true anthem of Greek summer.
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