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Wine, Reels & Real Deals: Greece’s Cinematic Tourism Push

Manuel Santos

Greek National Tourism Organization supports events in Corinth, Patras, and Kos to promote cinema tourism and boost Germany-Greece ties.

1 year ago

Why Dia Islet Is the Mysterious Rock Everyone Forgets

Victoria Udrea

Dia Islet remains a Natura 2000 site of historic and ecological importance, once home to a Minoan port and Cousteau’s Cyclopean mystery.

1 year ago

AADE Tax Inspectors Target Beach Bars and Festivals in Crete

Iorgos Pappas

AADE ramps up tax inspections in Crete, using drones and undercover agents to curb evasion from beach bars to village panigyria.

1 year ago

Faith and Light at Panagia Kamariani, Crete’s Heart on August 15

Victoria Udrea

Panagia Kamariani in Crete draws pilgrims on August 15, blending faith, tradition, and the glow of candles in honor of the Virgin Mary.

1 year ago

Pilgrimage to the Panagitsa of Mastabas

Victoria Udrea

On August 15, pilgrims fill the Panagitsa of Mastabas in Heraklion, honoring the Dormition of the Virgin Mary with prayer and tradition.

1 year ago

Artos tis Panagias Is Crete’s Sacred Loaf for Dormition

Mihaela Lica Butler

On August 15, Crete bakes the artos tis Panagias, blending faith, feasts, and pilgrimages to sacred monasteries in a national celebration.

1 year ago

Stop Throwing Dinner in the Bin — Chania Pushes Back on Food Waste

Victoria Udrea

Chania urges households to cut food waste with simple storage and cooking tips. Less waste means more money in your pocket and fewer kilos in the landfill.

1 year ago

Five Euros for Imbros Gorge Is a Bargain — Here’s Why

Manuel Santos

Paying to Protect One of Crete’s Natural Icons Starting soon, hiking the Imbros Gorge — the third most visited in Crete after Samaria and Agia Irini — will cost visitors €5. The Municipality of Sfakia has approved the plan and sent it to the Ministry of Environment and Energy for approval, following the example of […]

1 year ago

Heraklion Faces Fourth Water Crisis as Aposelemis Dam Breakdowns Continue

Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion suffers its fourth water-supply failure from the Aposelemis Dam in five months, with output cut by 40% during peak summer demand.

1 year ago

Crete Hotels Near Full Occupancy — But Profits Lag

Mihaela Lica Butler

Crete’s hotels are almost sold out this August, but locals say visitor spending is down sharply.

1 year ago

Kerasia and Ano Asites Redevelopment Projects to Be Completed by the End of 2025

Iorgos Pappas

Kerasia and Ano Asites in Heraklion are set for 2025 makeovers. From churchyard facelifts to rural road repairs, here is what locals and tourists can expect from these Cretan village upgrades.

1 year ago

€3.9 Million for a Small Square in Moires

Ion Bogdan V.

The Region of Crete will spend €3.9 million to redevelop Moires’ compact central market. Officials promise safety, accessibility, and style.

1 year ago

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Fire Breaks Out in Drimiskos, Southern Rethymno; Firefighters Move Quickly

2026-09-22 By Argophilia Travel News

A wildfire broke out Tuesday in Drimiskos, southern Rethymno. Eight fire engines, 16 firefighters and two EMODE teams are fighting the blaze

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Agios Nikolaos Port Upgrades Lighting With New LED Floodlights

2026-09-22 By Arthur Butler

Agios Nikolaos Port has replaced old floodlights on four 35-metre towers with LED technology, improving safety while reducing energy use and operating costs.

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New Kastelli Airport Could Open Home Port Era for Heraklion’s Cruise Future

2026-09-22 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion expects more than 400,000 cruise passengers in 2026, but the bigger opportunity lies ahead, with the new Kastelli airport and home port plans reshaping the city’s cruise strategy.

Rain Causes Samaria Gorge Closure on September 23

Rain Causes Samaria Gorge Closure on September 23

2026-09-22 By Iorgos Pappas

The Samaria Gorge will remain closed on Wednesday, September 23, after an updated weather forecast shows rainfall above the gorge’s approved safety limits. The Natural Environment and Climate Change Agency (OFYPEKA) made the decision based on the latest forecast from Greece’s National Meteorological Service. For travelers planning a hike, that means one important thing: don’t […]

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Sitia Wildfire Eases After Night of Wind-Driven Reignition, 135 Firefighters Still on Ground

2026-09-21 By Iorgos Pappas

A wildfire near Chonos in Sitia has eased after a difficult night of wind-driven flare-ups. Firefighters and two aircraft continue battling scattered active hotspots.

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