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Shark Makes a Cameo at Stavros Beach in Chania

A curious shark swam into Stavros Beach in Chania, surprising locals. Watch the video to see the disoriented fish.

What Cretans Do When It Rains

When rain hits Crete, streets turn to rivers, laundry grows mold, and locals pour another raki. Here’s what really happens…

Cretan Olive Growers Urged to Harvest Early

Olive fly conditions prompt early harvest warning across Heraklion region.

Heraklion’s Erythraia Park Edges Closer to Completion

Mayor Kalokairinos and city officials visited Erythraia Park once more to announce that the project is progressing, with a 149-car…

The Great Cretan Wardrobe Shift

Every November, Cretans pull on Arctic coats while newcomers from abroad wonder if they missed a snow warning.

Crete Signs €22.5M Deal to Showcase Heraklion’s Venetian Walls

The Culture Ministry, Region of Crete, and Municipality of Heraklion have signed a €22.5 million agreement to restore the Venetian…

Zakros Reservoir Geotechnical Survey Finally Breaks Ground

The geotechnical survey for the Zakros reservoir began on November 4, marking real progress on a project vital for eastern…

Crete Launches €1.23M Tourism Plan for 2026

Crete approves a €1.23 million tourism plan for 2026, aiming to hit 7 million visitors and keep its crown as…

Gortyna’s Roman Odeon Gets a 500K Revival

Crete's Regional Governor, Stavros Arnaoutakis, approved €500,000 for the restoration of Gortyna's Roman Odeon.

Crete Nears Seven Million Visitors

Even after the season’s close, Knossos draws visitors from around the world as Crete eyes 7 million tourist arrivals for…