Arachnid Encounters: Fact Over Fear You’ve unpacked your sandals, poured your first glass of raki, and stretched under the Cretan sun—only to spot a long-legged creature dangling from a patio beam. Cue the frantic Google search: “Spiders in Crete – are they dangerous?” Let’s unravel that web of worry, sweet traveler. While Crete is home […]

A 70-year-old local man lost his life near Papoura Hill at Goudouras Beach on Tuesday morning in 2025.

Crete is familiar. It’s safe. It’s where they know how to navigate without translation apps or worry,” said a hotel manager in Agios Nikolaos.

Overflowing trash and poor sanitation have led to a surge in cockroach sightings across Crete, affecting hotels, homes, and even the airport.

More than 2,000 beehives destroyed by fire in Selino, Chania, leaving local beekeepers in crisis. Chania Beekeepers Association urges donations to help those who lost their livelihood.

Papoura Hill saga continues in Crete as archaeologists, locals, and officials clash over the fate of precious Minoan ruins in Kastelli.

The Cretan Cuisine Festival returns August 3, 2025, thanks to the Association, Region of Crete, Malevizi Municipality, and local groups.

Eleftherias Square in Heraklion is nearing completion, with 95% of its renovation finished, according to Deputy Mayor Giorgos Sisamakis.

Amari secures €600,000 for the restoration of infrastructure and civil protection equipment following the devastating fires of August 2024.