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Region of Crete Promotes the UNESCO regions of Crete at ITB Berlin and Beyond

The UNESCO Regions of Crete (Samaria-Psiloritis-Asterousia-Siteia) operated an individual stand at the ITB Berlin tourism exhibition.

“SITIA’S SUP 2023” Coming Up 18 & 19 March

"SITIAS SUP 2023" is coming up 18 & 19 March at the Sitia Marina. The competition is organized by the…

Crete’s South Coast: Submerged Surprises

Crete's south coast is a paradise for beachgoing, watersports, and exploring. Few visitors realize the submarine surprises in store for…

Freshwater “Miracles” of Crete Island

Crete is often thought of as a beach destination, but there are many miraculous freshwater phenomena to be found in…

Light Plane Crashes After Takeoff from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

A light, single-engine aircraft crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport earlier today.

Numo Ierapetra Offers a Magic Escape on Crete’s South Coast

Numo Ierapetra fits perfectly in the unique enclave between the mountains and the clear Libyan Sea of Crete's south coast.

December 4th the 20th Annual “Minoan Feat” Long Distance Races Start

December 4th, the Region of Crete hosts the 20th "Minoan Feat" long-distance footrace from Phaistos to the Minoan Palace of…

Crete is Becoming a Top Winter Refuge and Remote Working Destination

Crete is experiencing a big wave of temporary or permanent relocations because of the energy crisis looming over northern European…

Crete Authorities Vow to Eliminate Minoa River Pollution 

Crete Vice-governor Nikos Xylouris and Police Director Nick Spyridakis meet to mitigate Minoa River pollution problem.

Heraklion’s Coastal Venetian Walls Get Much-Needed Attention

The Region of Crete announces a partnership with Greece’s Ministry of Culture and the Heraklion to restore part of the…