Crete Crete Tourism Push Gets Political Spotlight 2 months ago At the ND pre-conference in Heraklion, leaders outline Crete's transformation into a 12-month tourism flagship and a European innovation hub. New Law Shields the Cretan Artisan Knife from Imitations 2 months ago Greece passes a landmark bill protecting iconic handicrafts like Cretan Knives and Tinos woodcarvings. The new law supports local artisans. Greece Skips Biometric Checks for UK Visitors 2 months ago Greece unilaterally scraps biometric scans for UK tourists to avoid airport delays, highlighting a massive lack of reciprocity for Greek… Hersonissos Bans Noise for the Sake of Tourist Peace 2 months ago Hersonissos Municipality implements a strict ban on construction and earthworks during the 2026 tourist season. See the dates, fines, and… Heraklion Now Has Smart Pedestrian Crossings 2 months ago Heraklion completes 8km of sidewalks and 27 elevated crossings, while launching 19 new solar-powered smart pedestrian crossings at school zones. Crete Tightens Sea Border Watch 2 months ago Drones, Frontex, and patrols rise in Crete. Paradise now comes with surveillance and a side of reality. Why Zaros Is Becoming Crete’s Shooting Hub 2 months ago Zaros Shooting Range near Psiloritis offers structured training and clay target sessions in Crete’s mountains. Lasithi Residents Speak Out on the Desertification of the Plateau 2 months ago While the coast celebrates the water from the Aposelemis Dam, residents of the Lasithi Plateau warn of a vanishing population… Aposelemis Dam Fills Again as Crete Steps Back from Drought 2 months ago Creta24 reports rising water at Aposelemis Dam as Sfendili submerges again, easing drought fears for Heraklion and eastern Crete. 4.6 Magnitude Earthquake Shakes Lasithi Without Damage 2 months ago A 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck south of Goudouras on Sunday morning. No damage reported; experts say the activity is normal… Next» « Previous