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Heraklion on Alert: Emergency Centers Open Amid Severe Weather

Heraklion on alert: the municipality responds to ongoing bad weather with open emergency centers for vulnerable groups. Details included.

Postponed and Party-Ready: Rethymno Carnival 2025 Gears Up

Rethymno Carnival 2025 begins on February 12th after a weather delay, inviting everyone to its dazzling theme “Step Into the…

Heraklion-Agios Nikolaos National Road Gets a Facelift

The Regional Governor of Crete, Stavros Arnaoutakis, greenlights a €975,598 contract to upgrade the Heraklion-Agios Nikolaos National Road.

Greece-Saudi Arabia Tourism Cooperation: Opportunities, Challenges, and Why Visas Are the Real Villains

Minister Olga Kefalogianni met Arab diplomats to discuss Greece-Saudi Arabia Tourism Cooperation, investment potential, and closer ties.

Starry Nights in Heraklion: Telescope Viewing of Planetary Parade CANCELLED

Mark your calendar for February 8-9 for starry nights in Heraklion: telescopic views of a rare planetary parade.

Crete Goes Horta Foraging to Celebrate Its Wild Edible Greens

A foraging program in Crete celebrates the heritage of wild edible greens. Hosted by the Region of Crete and local…

Forme Musicali: Rising Greek Pianist Takes the Stage

Forme Musicali is a concert featuring Greek pianist Konstantinos Katsoulis with works by Bach, Beethoven, Grieg, and Kapustin.

Heraklion Weather Alert: Heated Shelters Open Across the City

Heraklion’s municipal services provide heated shelters and emergency support on 6th February to combat ongoing harsh weather.

TRANSCEND Project Tackles Water Scarcity and Climate Change Challenges

TRANSCEND Project's second workshop brought experts to Tympaki to discuss solutions for water scarcity and climate change.

Chania Celebrates 50 Years of Theater (Feb 15 – Apr 30, 2025)

Experience "50 Years of Theater: A Living Archive" at Chania's Municipal Gallery from February 15 to April 30, 2025.