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Numo Ierapetra Offers a Magic Escape on Crete’s South Coast

Phil Butler

Numo Ierapetra fits perfectly in the unique enclave between the mountains and the clear Libyan Sea of Crete’s south coast.

2 years ago

December 4th the 20th Annual “Minoan Feat” Long Distance Races Start

Phil Butler

December 4th, the Region of Crete hosts the 20th “Minoan Feat” long-distance footrace from Phaistos to the Minoan Palace of Knossos. 

2 years ago

Crete is Becoming a Top Winter Refuge and Remote Working Destination

Phil Butler

Crete is experiencing a big wave of temporary or permanent relocations because of the energy crisis looming over northern European countries.

2 years ago

Crete Authorities Vow to Eliminate Minoa River Pollution 

Phil Butler

Crete Vice-governor Nikos Xylouris and Police Director Nick Spyridakis meet to mitigate Minoa River pollution problem.

2 years ago

Heraklion’s Coastal Venetian Walls Get Much-Needed Attention

Argophilia Travel News

The Region of Crete announces a partnership with Greece’s Ministry of Culture and the Heraklion to restore part of the city’s Venetian Walls. 

2 years ago

Katharo Plateau: Experience the Wild and Authentic Crete

Phil Butler

Katharo Plateau, which site overlooking the more famous Lassithi Plateau, is a virtually unknown natural wonder of Crete.

2 years ago

Archaeologists on Crete Unearth the Odeon of Lissos in Rare Find

Phil Butler

Archaeologists have unearthed a fabulous Roman-era odeon at Lissos on Crete. The Greek Ministry of Tourism and Sport.

2 years ago

The Keftiu: Were They Absorbed and Erased from History?

Phil Butler

The Keftiu, modernized by Arthur Evans as “Minoan,” are still a mystery unsolved. What happened to them?

2 years ago

Archaeologists Make More Stunning Discoveries on Crete

Phil Butler

Archaeologists working at the site of ancient Falasarna, in the far west of Crete island, unearth scores of new artifacts at the lost city.

2 years ago

At Least One Dead in Biblical Flooding at Agia Pelagia on Crete [Updates]

Phil Butler

Torrential rain on Crete this weekend has caused millions in damage and cost the lives of at least one person.

2 years ago

Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis Airport Closed Due to Storms

Phil Butler

Heraklion’s Nikos Kazantzakis Airport has closed until at least 3 PM because of horrendous weather and flooding due to sweeping rainstorms over Crete.

2 years ago

Crete Attains “4-star” EU Designation for Active and Healthy Ageing

Phil Butler

Crete, the FORTH, and the University of Crete attain 4-star designation of the EU for health and wellness innovation. 

2 years ago

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The organization ARION confirmed a mass stranding of Cuvier’s beaked whales (Ziphius cavirostris) on the coasts of southeastern Crete.

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Crete’s Peskesi Triumphs at EU Organic Awards 2025

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Heraklion’s Peskesi was named Best Organic Restaurant at the EU Organic Awards. The Cretan eatery outshone over 100 European entries.

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The Chorus of Autumn Crows

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In autumn, crows gather outside windows with a noisy chorus — part annoyance, part seasonal ritual. A lyrical tale of their racket and the crooked music of change.

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The Birds of Crete: Small Singers, Loud Landlords

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In Crete, finches, doves, blackbirds, and crows share the skies — not always peacefully. A cheeky guide to the island’s feathered residents.

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