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Salmonella Found in Chicken Products in Lamia

A salmonella outbreak in Lamia has now been traced to three separate chicken suppliers. Positive tests were found in chicken…

Tourist Boat Runs Aground Near Agioi Apostoloi, All Passengers Rescued Safely

A tourist boat carrying 10 people struck submerged rocks near Agioi Apostoloi, Chania. All passengers were rescued safely, and authorities…

Three Faistos Beaches Retain Blue Flag Status for 2026

Kokkinos Pyrgos, Matala and Kali Limenes have once again earned Blue Flag status, recognizing excellent water quality, safety and environmental…

Ammoudara Swimming Ban Applies Only Near Stormwater Outfall, DEYA Malevizi Clarifies

DEYA Malevizi says repeated power outages caused a sewer network failure. Swimming remains restricted only within 150 metres of the…

Hersonissos Warns New Tourism Planning Rules Could Hurt Crete’s Future

Hersonissos is urging changes to Greece's revised tourism framework, warning that the proposed planning rules could limit sustainable growth, local…

Greece Needs More Hospitality Professionals. So Why Are Tourism Schools Struggling?

Students at Crete’s Higher Tourism Schools (A.S.T.E.) face a financial nightmare: no dorms, no free meals, and sky-high local rent.

Open Every Locked Door: A Mountain Village Invites the World Inside

The village of Christos in Lasithi is unlocking its doors on August 1-2, 2026, for a weekend of traditional crafts,…

Swimming Temporarily Banned at Part of Ammoudara Beach After Sewage Leak

Authorities have temporarily banned swimming in a section of Ammoudara Beach near Heraklion after a sewage leak. Here's which area…

Welcome to Crete Where Anyone with a Wikipedia Page Is a Tour Guide

Licensed tourist guides in Crete warn that illegal tours are growing, threatening visitor safety, historical accuracy, and the island's tourism…

€2 Million Boost for Malevizi’s Rural Roads Opens New Opportunities for Farmers and Visitors

Malevizi has secured €2 million to improve rural roads, benefiting farmers while making Crete's inland villages more accessible to visitors.