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Greece Turns to the Mountains to Fix Its Tourism Imbalance

Greece launched a new year-round campaign for Greek mountain tourism, featuring infrastructure upgrades and a dedicated digital platform.

What Every Hotel Manager Needs to Know About the New Greek Hotel Pool Regulations

New Greek legislation and court rulings increase liability for hotel owners regarding pool safety, including O.P.S.-A.D.E. notifications and lifeguard requirements.

Sub-Directorate for Combating Organized Crime to Open in Crete

Minister Michalis Chrisochoidis announced the deployment of 130 officers to a new elite crime unit in Crete and 70 additional…

Heraklion Municipal Shelter Organizes Dog-walking Event on Sunday

Head out to the Heraklion Municipal Shelter in Finikia tomorrow, April 19th, for the bi-monthly "Dog Walk"!

The Great Cretan Eviction and the €1,500 Digital Nomad Dream

As the 2026 tourist season starts, Heraklion residents face eviction and soaring rents. Discover the data behind Crete’s housing crisis.

Gale-Force Fury Flipped a KTEL Bus in Sfakia

Powerful winds in Crete flipped a KTEL bus in Sfakia and caused widespread damage in Messara, Heraklion. No injuries reported…

German Sailboat Saved from Cretan Winds in Elounda

Three sailors were rescued off the coast of Elounda, Crete, after their sailboat was swept toward shallow waters by powerful…

Hersonissos Port Overhaul Hits Archaeological Paydirt

The redevelopment of the Hersonissos port zone continues with new archaeological discoveries and sectional construction to minimize business disruption.

Heraklion Cobblestone Controversy: A City Lacking Continuity?

Heraklion's recent removal of granite paving stones outside the Cultural Center has sparked debate over wasteful spending and the lack…

Heraklion Hosts Debate on the Law of the Vendetta

Heraklion hosts a major cultural and legal event on April 25 to discuss the history of the Cretan vendetta and…