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Old Chania Market’s Never-Ending Restoration Saga

The Old Chania Market renovation project has missed multiple deadlines and is now resetting its sights on summer 2026.

Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum 2025 and the Future of Mediterranean Cruise Travel

At the 8th Posidonia Sea Tourism Forum in Heraklion, tourism leaders, policymakers, and industry executives explore the future of Mediterranean…

Cretan Nutrition Takes Center Stage

Cretan nutrition steps into the spotlight as Rethymno prepares for the “Crete European Region of Gastronomy 2026” program.

EU Commissioner Visits Crete for Strategic Meeting on Sustainable Transport and Tourism

On May 6, 2025, the Region of Crete welcomed the European Commissioner for Sustainable Transport and Tourism for a high-level…

Mártsalo Walk: A Secret Beach Hike Through Crete’s Hidden Wilderness

Mártsalo Walk in southern Crete—an off-the-map hike for travelers and locals who love wild beaches and history.

Tourism Promotion of Heraklion: City Council Greenlights Bold 2025 Communication Plan

Tourism promotion of Heraklion steps up after the City Council’s May 2025 approval of a €397,400 communication plan.

Not Your Ordinary Sweep: Special Ops Hit Heraklion

Heraklion cleaning interventions kicked off early with special waste removal and large-scale disinfection at multiple city locations.

Sun Princess in Chania: Cruise Ship Arrivals Shift from Santorini to Souda Port

The 345-meter Sun Princess brought more than 4,000 tourists to Souda port in Chania, after cruise line changes and Santorini…

Fire Season in Crete: How Local Leaders Prepare for Heat and Wildfires in 2025

On May 5, 2025, top officials from Heraklion met at a high-level meeting to coordinate preparations for the fire season…

Crete at the Arabian Travel Market Exhibition in Dubai

Crete promoted its tourist attractions to the Arabian Gulf at the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai (April 28 - May…