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Heraklion Parking Drama Begins Again, Right on Schedule

Loss of parking near Heraklion’s Venetian Walls triggers protests from businesses, reviving the long debate over cars, access, and how…

Crete Flights Increase but War and May Bookings Keep Tourism on Edge

European airlines expand flights to Heraklion, but Middle East tensions freeze Arab interest and raise concerns about May bookings for…

VOAK or BOAK? Make Up Your Mind, Crete!

Crete's main highway is called BOAK. Or VOAK. Sometimes both, A small detail that reflects a much bigger problem.

New Promises for BOAK as Heraklion Bypass Plans Return

The government accepted most requests from Heraklion and Malevizi for changes to the BOAK project, opening the way for a…

Crete Praised at Luxury Forum Despite Real Problems

At a tourism forum in Hersonissos, officials praised Crete’s future with big projects and record arrivals, but the gap between…

Crete Flights Rise as Middle East War Freezes Arab Interest

Crete enters tourist season with stronger European air links to Heraklion. At the same time, the war in the Middle…

Tree Planting Event in Chania Invites Locals and Visitors to Join

Volunteer tree planting in Chania on March 15 at the Polytechnic of Crete park. Locals and tourists invited to join…

Heraklion Waste Policy Shift After Unanimous ESDAC Vote

The Crete Waste Management Authority removes incineration waste from the circular economy park at Mavros Spilios.

Scaffolding Season Continues in Central Heraklion

The restoration of Megaro Kothri remains unresolved following new inspections. The former Minos hotel is frozen due to a dispute…

New Infrastructure Planned for Fishing and Tourist Boats in Ierapetra

A new study for the Ierapetra port expansion plan promotes new infrastructure and more space for tourist and fishing boats.