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The Catamaran Removal from Heraklion’s Venetian Harbour Is Called “Incomprehensible and Dangerous.”

Heraklion forces tourist catamarans into an unsafe, foul-smelling industrial port while raising fees by 300%

The Geminids Over Crete

Crete offers some of Europe’s clearest skies for the Geminid meteor shower.

Poison Hiding in Crete’s Most Photographed Flower

Oleander grows everywhere in Crete, but it is highly poisonous to people and pets.

Do We Have Mushrooms in Crete?

Crete offers rich mushroom habitats across its forests and mountains. Learn where to find them, when to forage, which species…

Why Rural Crete Just Became Easier to Explore

Malevizi signs a 1.6M-euro road improvement project, upgrading rural access and boosting safety for visitors exploring Crete’s mountain villages.

Ierapetra Gets 1.5 Million Euros and We Should All Clap Like Seals

Government approves 1.5M euros for Ierapetra's wildfire damage, celebrated as a major victory despite barely covering repairs.

Crete Faces Deeper Drought Conditions Despite Early Winter Rains

METEO reports deeper soil drought in Crete despite early winter rains. Surface moisture improved across Greece, but underground reserves on…

Crete Faces EU Pressure Over Kasteli Airport’s Missing Rail Link

Haris Mamoulakis warns that Crete’s new Kasteli Airport may open as the EU’s only major hub without a rail link.

Crete’s Hiking Season Gets Longer

Crete extends trail maintenance into winter as hiking tourism continues to grow. Visitors urged to stay safe — and never…

Crete’s Hidden Winter Market Boom

From honey to herbs, Crete's winter fairs are thriving. Tourists and locals flock to village markets, where tradition, warmth, and…