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Mihaela Lica Butler

Over 80 Swimmers Rescued on Chania Beaches This August

Lifeguards in Chania rescued over 80 swimmers from the sea amid strong winds and ignored warnings.

Who’s Afraid of Snakes in Crete

Tourists visiting Crete encounter snakes in the wild—mostly harmless but often startling.

Artos tis Panagias Recipe: The Traditional Bread of Virgin Mary on August 15

Artos tis Panagias recipe—offering the story, history, and steps behind this aromatic Greek sweet bread, traditionally baked for August 15th…

Artos tis Panagias Is Crete’s Sacred Loaf for Dormition

On August 15, Crete bakes the artos tis Panagias, blending faith, feasts, and pilgrimages to sacred monasteries in a national…

Crete Hotels Near Full Occupancy — But Profits Lag

Crete's hotels are almost sold out this August, but locals say visitor spending is down sharply.

Crete’s Ancient Kritikos Lagonikos Reigns Supreme

Discover the Kritikos Lagonikos — Crete’s rare, ancient hunting hound — through history, heritage, and Mojito, the house-dwelling monarch who…

Crete’s Chocolate Tree Makes a Modern Comeback

In the mountains of Crete, farmer Kostas Karatzis is leading the revival of the ancient carob tree — the island’s…

Fire Protection in the Countryside: Rules, Hefty Fines, and Absolute Zero Tolerance

The fire protection in the Greek countryside now involves strict rules, severe penalties, and zero tolerance for violations.

Greek GIANT Rescue Tug Heads to Red Sea

The GIANT rescue tug, carrying 14 brave Greek crew members, is heading to the troubled Red Sea.

Mendoni Defends Radar Position on Papoura Hill

The Minister of Culture, confirms that Papoura Hill’s archaeological remains will remain fully protected as Heraklion’s new airport develops.

Chios Starts Barren Lines Initiative and Harbor Projects

Minister Vasilis Kikilias visited Chios to announce a four-year tender for barren lines and detail new plans for upgraded harbor…

Greece: May 2025 Balance of Travel Services in a Surplus of €1,875.8 Million

May 2025 raked in a balance of travel services surplus of €1,875.8 million. January-May 2025 posted a surplus of €3,006.9…

UNESCO Inclusion for Minoan Palaces in Crete

UNESCO inclusion of six Minoan palaces in Crete—Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros, Zominthos, and Kydonia—was officially confirmed during the 47th World…

UNESCO Listens—At Last: The Minoan Flame of Crete Burns Eternal

UNESCO officially listed six Minoan palace monuments from Crete as World Heritage Sites during the 47th World Heritage Committee meeting.

SYRIZA’s Relentless Standoff: Leadership Slams Government Over Migrant Center and OPEKEPE Scandal in Crete

SYRIZA’s president visited Kitrenosí in Rethymno on June 7, 2024, fiercely opposing government plans for a closed migrant facility in…

Basilica I Complex at Philippi Is Undergoing Major Restoration

The Basilica I Complex at Philippi is being restored by the Greek Ministry of Culture from 2021 to 2027, using…

Crete Rejects Immigrant Gateway Status

Crete's leading tourism officials sent a formal letter to the Greek Prime Minister and Minister of Migration, expressing strong opposition…

Greece Holds Strong in Europeans’ Travel Preferences for 2025

Detailed data from INSETE’s 2025 study highlight that Greece stays a top choice among Europeans’ travel preferences.

Karavolas Fountain Leaves Tourists Shocked

Karavolas fountain is in complete disrepair, filled with dirty water and trash. Community demands urgent repair and better upkeep.

Radar Installation on Papoura Hill Crushes Ancient Wonders for Airport Tech

KAS approved the radar installation on Papoura Hill in Kastelli, ignoring strong opposition from archaeologists and local communities.