Finding a taxi in Heraklion can take considerably longer than usual during the busy summer period, and the problem is not limited to the airport. Increased tourist numbers, heavy traffic and a chain reaction of delays are once again putting pressure on taxi services across the city. For visitors trying to catch a flight, the […]
German Travelers Put Crete on the Map for Autumn Escapes
Reisereporter ranked the top 6 autumn destinations for German tourists in Greece. Crete made the list and ranks at nr. 6.
Crete Olive Oil Faces Critical September Battle Against Olive Fruit Fly
Crete is stepping up olive fruit fly spraying as weather conditions favor pest populations, with September seen as critical for protecting this year’s olive harvest.
€46.8M Electrification Project Begins for New Heraklion Airport
Electricity connection works are starting at Crete’s new Heraklion airport in Kasteli, with the project carrying a public cost of up to €46.9 million.
ANIMA Rescues Dozens of Exhausted Griffon Vultures in Crete
More than 30 young griffon vultures have been rescued in Crete in two weeks amid summer heat, with ANIMA providing intensive care and rehabilitation.
Minoa Pediada Mayor Demands Compensation Data Over 24-Month Heraklion Airport Delay
Minoa Pediada seeks compensation for lost municipal revenue after the new Heraklion airport opening was delayed to February 2027.
Trikala Is Building a €16 Million Cultural Network Around Its Ancient Past
The Greek Ministry of Culture is pouring over €16 million into Trikala to restore ancient sites, build a Diachronic Museum, and reinstall the Lycurgus Mosaic.
Crete’s Hotel Pipeline Booms, But Who Is Caring for the Inland?
Luxury hotel projects continue across Crete, but most investment remains concentrated along the coast as many inland communities face different challenges.
What Will Crete See During the August 12 Total Solar Eclipse
The August 12 solar eclipse will pass virtually undetected from Crete due to timing and sunset geometry, but a massive eclipse approaches in 2027.
Heraklion Airport Welcomes 900,000 People and Three Suitcases That Actually Arrived First
Heraklion Airport welcomed nearly 900,000 passengers in July, with Germans leading arrivals as Crete’s busiest tourism season hit full stride.
Protesters Block Heraklion Moires Road Over Planned Migrant Reception Center
Residents near Heraklion blocked the Heraklion–Moires road in protest over a planned migrant reception facility as Crete.
French Tourist Stuns Heraklion Airport with Terminal Meltdown
Police intervened at Heraklion Airport Sunday when a French passenger’s aggressive behavior toward staff and travelers led to her arrest before departure.
Heraklion Plans 20-Bed Support Center as Housing Shortage Strains Social Services
The Municipality of Heraklion is planning a new 20-bed support center for vulnerable residents, acknowledging that the city’s biggest challenge isn’t visible homelessness, but finding affordable housing for people who need a fresh start.
The Six Pufferfish Species Found in Greek Waters
From the infamous Silver-cheeked Toadfish, whose powerful bite and deadly toxin have made headlines across the Mediterranean, to tiny deep-water species that most swimmers will never encounter, these invasive fish are now part of Greece’s marine life.
Türkiye Just Banned a Cruise Ship for Being Too Gay, So 2,000 Tourists Are Heading to Crete Instead
The Scarlet Lady cruise was denied entry to Turkish ports due to “moral standards,” forcing 2,000 LGBTQ+ tourists to reroute to Heraklion and Alexandria.
WWF Greece Calls for National Strategy to Cut Plastic Pollution by 2030
WWF Greece demands urgent action as 11,500 tons of plastic choke the seas annually.
Crete’s Olive Oil Sector to Recover Despite Market Uncertainty
Hope for a better harvest in Crete this year, but the market remains quiet. Farmers are grappling with price drops and the need for better infrastructure.
Viral Video Shows Silver-Cheeked Toadfish Fighting Over Bait in Crete
A viral video from Crete captures aggressive silver-cheeked toadfish fighting over fishing bait. Watch the fish fight of the invasive species.
Heraklion Debates Prettier Fencing for Blocked Lions Fountain
An emergency tourism meeting in Heraklion floats plexiglass walls and tourist viewing holes to fix the outrage over the wire-fenced Morosini Fountain.
ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk Promotes Mindful Beach Tourism
ARCHELON’s Sea Turtle Beach Walk program in Crete transforms evening strolls into vital conservation efforts for the loggerhead turtle.
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