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Heraklion Airport Sets New Passenger Records

Heraklion Airport handled a record 68,818 passengers on August 1 as traffic rose 4.6% through August 23, pointing to another…

Cretan Businesses Demand Immediate Halt to New Heraklion Migrant Center

Crete's Federation of Commercial Associations is calling for consultation over the planned temporary Skouloudis migrant facility near Heraklion.

Tourist Ignites Outdoor BBQ Amidst Gale-Force Wind Warnings in Crete

A German tourist was fined €1,850 after an outdoor charcoal fire spread to dry vegetation near Hersonissos during dangerous winds…

Rescue Mission Launched Off Karteros Coast After Swimmer Trapped in Heavy Surf

A 61-year-old swimmer was rescued by the Coast Guard after struggling to return to shore while swimming off Karteros on…

What Does It Really Cost to Produce Olive Oil in Crete?

A detailed financial breakdown of Cretan olive farming reveals why high olive oil prices barely keep organic growers afloat against…

Dangerous Buildings Put Heraklion’s Agia Triada Residents at Risk

Over 100 crumbling historic buildings in Heraklion's Agia Triada neighborhood pose daily risks to pedestrians, prompting local calls for immediate…

Struggling to Find a Taxi in Heraklion? You’re Not Alone

Finding a taxi in Heraklion can take considerably longer than usual during the busy summer period, and the problem is…

Hundreds of Drones to Light Up Heraklion’s Venetian Walls on August 31

Heraklion’s Venetian Walls become the setting for a spectacular September festival, opening August 31 with a hundreds-strong drone show, live…

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.…

80-Year-Old Dutch Tourist Rescued From Imbros Gorge After Falling Ill

Firefighters from Anopolis rescued an 80-year-old Dutch hiker who fell ill inside Imbros Gorge, carrying him 3 km on a…