On October 12, 2025, Heraklion will host the first Peace Run in honor of Grigoris Lambrakis. A non-competitive 2.6 km event.
Deputy Shipping Minister Backs Island Strategy at Oinousses Conference
At the 16th Panhellenic Conference of Small Islands on Oinousses, Sept 26–28, 2025, Deputy Minister Stefanos Gikas outlined strategies for funding, ferries, and EU policy.
Cuvier’s Beaked Whales Wash Ashore in Crete
The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.
The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords
In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.
German Tourist Rescued After Fall on Kolokytha Island Trail
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.
Whispering Springs of Zaros
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.
The Last Fig Harvest of Crete
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.
The Last Fishermen of Mochlos
In the tiny harbor of Mochlos, Crete’s last fishermen mend nets and head out to sea while tourists watch. A quiet tradition fades.
AC? Yes, You Have It. Don’t Use It.
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.
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