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The Hill They Would Desecrate: Papoura and the Shadow of Betrayal

They would build a radar on the bones of Minos himself if it secured another defense contract. That is the…

Cretan Cockroaches Outpacing Tourists

Cretan cockroaches are driving tourists to distraction, especially during Crete’s neglected summer months.

Tourists Alarmed as Crete’s Tourism Faces Threat from Illegal Migration Crisis

Major tourism groups on Crete strongly oppose plans for migrant reception facilities, warning government officials about the risks to the…

Minos Palace Resort Is Crete’s Newest Longevity Hideout

Bluegr Hotels & Resorts opened Nao at Minos Palace Resort in Crete—Greece’s boldest longevity hub, blending ancient wisdom with new…

Over 120 Alltours Agents Invade Crete

From April to June, Danaos Travel hosted over 120 Alltours tourism professionals on six familiarization trips across Crete.

Sabbionara Gate Restoration Moves Forward

The Sabbionara Gate restoration project in Heraklion finally moves forward after years of delays and legal challenges.

Greek Parliament Approves Ban on Migrant Arrivals from North Africa

Greek lawmakers voted to halt processing asylum requests from North African migrants arriving by sea, citing a surge in entrants…

Radar on Papoura Hill Threatens Minoan Site and Cultural Legacy

Mayor Kefgeroglou and the Minoa Pediadas Council denounced the reckless decision to install a radar on Papoura Hill near a…

Crete Under Pressure: Greece Suspends Asylum Claims by North African Migrants

Crete, already straining under multiple layers of developmental and environmental stress, is now at the center of a rapidly evolving…

Ierapetra Enhances Beach Accessibility with SeaTrac

Ierapetra equips its beaches with SeaTrac systems and wheelchairs, boosting accessibility for people with disabilities.