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Breaking News: Heraklion Airport Likely to Close for a Week

The Heraklion International Airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR) will likely close for a week due to runway construction,…

Record Year For Knossos Palace: 15MM Euro Revenue

Knossos Palace has achieved record-breaking attendance, with a staggering one million visitors by the end of 2023. This influx of…

Bettina Bad Weather and Spume in Crete

Spume was reported in Messara Municipality in Crete on Sunday. The phenomenon is not harmful or toxic.

Heart of Crete: Sfendoni Cave

Sfedoni Cave in Zoniana is part of the Psiloritis Natural Park, included in the European Geoparks Network, a network of…

Breaking News: Spinalonga Electrification Project Commences

Work has started on laying the underwater cable to provide electricity to the island of Spinalonga. Officials, including the mayor…

Cretan Herbs: Uses and Benefits

Cretan herbs play a vital role in the well-being of our people, and I encourage you to savour them during…

Hiking in Crete: Anydri Gorge

Anydri Gorge is a paradise for hikers seeking the unbeaten path. It's a place where the soul of Crete reveals…

First Snow on the Psiloritis Mountains, Crete

Last night, when other parts of Crete experienced heavy rains and thunderstorms, the peaks of the Psiloritis Mountains embraced the…

The Port of Heraklion Welcomed 364000 Passengers in 2023

The cruise port of Heraklion has seen a 30% increase in arrivals this year compared to the same period last…

Breaking News: Higher Prices for Cretan Cheese

Increasing production expenses and a lack of raw materials are leading to higher prices for Cretan cheese.