Parking in Heraklion is not driving. It is anthropology. It doesn’t submit to normal rules you learned in driving school. Tourists arrive in Heraklion imagining parking will work like in the rest of Europe. It does not. Heraklion has its own ecosystem — part tradition, part improvisation, part ancient Cretan instinct for chaos. If you […]
The Last Chestnuts of Crete Are Calling for Help
The future of the Cretan chestnut is at risk, as experts warn of genetic loss, aging trees, and the threat of incoming pathogens.
Mantinada: Where the Heart Sings in Fifteen Syllables
A deep exploration of the Cretan mantinada, tracing its history, musical roots, poetic form, and enduring role in island culture through example and tradition.
Crete Divided Into Five Tourism Zones
There is nothing more reassuring than watching politicians take a problem as old as Greek tourism itself, wrap it in a fresh velvet ribbon, label it “New Special Spatial Framework for Tourism,” and pretend they have just invented the wheel. Enter the latest communiqué from the Ministry of Environment and Energy responding to PASOK–KINAL MP […]
Five Things to Cook When It Finally Feels Like Autumn in Crete
When Crete finally cools down, kitchens come alive with chestnuts, lentils, and honey. Here are five comforting Cretan dishes.
Because Nobody’s Heard of Santorini Yet
In case anyone missed it, Greece has launched yet another campaign to remind the world that Santorini exists — this time over lunch in London.
A Stop for a Few Wild Koomara Berries
Found across Crete’s hillsides, the evergreen Koomaria tree bursts with red fruit and white blossoms each autumn, offering beauty, flavor, and surprising health benefits.
The Secret Life of Cretan Umbrellas
In Crete, umbrellas have a life of their own. They vanish, wander, and return only when the sun is out. Here’s what really happens to them.
Why Cretan Mountain Tea Feels Like Home
Cretan Mountain Tea, or Malotira, is a herbal treasure brewed for centuries in Crete’s highlands.
German Tour Operators Say Greece Is Getting Too Expensive for Holidays
German tour operators warn that Greece is becoming a luxury destination as hotel prices surge.
In Riyadh, Shaikha Al Nowais Makes History, Olga Kefalogianni Makes Headlines
At the UN Tourism Assembly in Riyadh, Shaikha Al Nowais became the first female Secretary-General — and Kefalogianni made sure Greece stayed in the frame.
Golden Visas Crisis in Crete
Wealthy investors are buying slices of Crete for a visa and a view. Locals remain calm, armed with coffee, sarcasm, and better tans.
Garbage Bin Burned During Thessaloniki Clashes After Lex Concert
Eighteen detained, one arrested, and one garbage bin sacrificed as Thessaloniki proves even its trash has drama.
Greece Tops Europe in Goat Population
With over 3.6 million goats, Greece officially leads the EU. From mountains to city streets, these four-legged icons rule the land
European Tour Operators Explore ‘Authentic’ Crete
Foreign hiking experts “discovered” Crete’s countryside, olive oil, and human residents. Locals applauded politely.
How Much Does a Men’s Haircut Cost in Crete
From Heraklion to Chania, discover what a men’s haircut really costs in Crete in 2025 — local barbers, fair prices, and a touch of Cretan charm.
The Salad That Broke a Thousand Teeth
Cretan Dakos — the ancient rusk salad that could break teeth, melt hearts, and still taste like summer in Crete.
Cretan Boureki
If Greek cuisine were a family reunion, Boureki would be the cousin who shows up barefoot, carrying olive oil and wisdom, and somehow convinces everyone that layering vegetables counts as an art form.
An Honest Look at Food Choices
Food choices have become identity statements. But are vegans, vegetarians, pescatarians, and omnivores really as different—or as ethical—as they claim?
Greece’s Golden Visa Debate
Once hailed as a savior of the real estate market, Greece’s Golden Visa program is now at the heart of a housing controversy.
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