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Mendoni Defends Radar Position on Papoura Hill

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Minister of Culture, confirms that Papoura Hill’s archaeological remains will remain fully protected as Heraklion’s new airport develops.

1 year ago

Voritsi Mountain Trails Celebrate 10 Years

Manuel Santos

Voritsi Mountain Trails on July 26 features a scenic trail, a fun relay race, and a festive village gathering for runners and visitors alike.

1 year ago

Crete Winemakers Network Hosts LCBO Leaders

Iorgos Pappas

The Crete Winemakers Network welcomed top executives from the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (LCBO), to experience the island’s wines.

1 year ago

Why Galatas Palace Got Skipped for UNESCO Listing

Victoria Udrea

Manos Lambrakis uncovers the political motives behind the deliberate exclusion of the Galatas Palace from the UNESCO World Heritage list.

1 year ago

Costa Nopia, Crete’s Newest Luxury Escape, Is Taking Shape

Manuel Santos

Costa Nopia in Crete, developed by Leptos Group, steps into its implementation phase after securing technical licensing.

1 year ago

Amari Receives €600,000 for Rebuilding After Devastating Fires

Victoria Udrea

Amari secures €600,000 for the restoration of infrastructure and civil protection equipment following the devastating fires of August 2024.

1 year ago

Panigiri in Tavronitis – A Night of Music, Dance, and Cretan Soul | July 31

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This July 31st, the village of Tavronitis invites locals, travelers, and all lovers of authentic Crete to its summer Panigiri — a traditional festival where music, community, and spirit come together under the stars. The festivities will take place Wednesday, July 31 at 21:00 in the courtyard of the Vocational Evening School (Εσπερινό ΕΠΑ.Λ), Tavronitis […]

1 year ago

Lyttos Archaeological Site Brings Crete’s History to Life

Victoria Udrea

The Lyttos archaeological site in Crete, explored by an international team since 2020 under Professor Angelos Chaniotis, showcases ruins from the Minoan to Roman eras.

1 year ago

Monument on Papoura Hill Controversy

Kostas Raptis

SYRIZA MP for Heraklion, Haris Mamoulakis, challenges the government on the controversial radar installation at Papoura Hill, citing local unrest and risks to the Minoan monument.

1 year ago

German Tourists Win Refund After Mice Ruin Crete Hotel Stay

Kostas Raptis

A dream holiday on Crete ended up with more squeaks than Greek sunsets for a family of German tourists. Looking forward to a relaxing break, they shelled out 5,326 euros for a two-week stay at a local hotel. Their expectation of peace was shattered the very first night when rodents in the walls set up […]

1 year ago

Where Parties Collide with Hiking Boots

Manuel Santos

Crete for holidays is the island jackpot for travelers under 40, offering everything from all-night parties to scenic hikes

1 year ago

UNESCO Adds Minoan Palaces in Crete to World Heritage List

Kostas Raptis

UNESCO has added six significant Minoan palace centers in Crete to its World Heritage list.

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

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Nearly 11,000 Aircraft Movements in August. Which Markets Led the Way

2026-09-04 By Kostas Raptis

Heraklion airport handles nearly 1.9 million passengers and 10,944 flights in August, driven by growth in international arrivals from Germany, the UK, and France.

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Greenhouses, Olive Groves, and Fishing Boats Disappear as Sitia’s Countryside Empties

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

Sitia’s countryside faces severe depopulation as greenhouses in Goudouras shrink, fishing boats dwindle, and the legacy of raisin and olive farming fades.

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West Nile Virus Cases Spread to Heraklion and Hersonissos in Crete

2026-09-04 By Iorgos Pappas

EODY reports new West Nile virus cases in Heraklion and Rethymno while Hersonissos is flagged as high-risk, prompting intensified mosquito spraying across Crete.

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Robert Voigt Remembers His Friend Nikos Chaldiadakis: One Day We Will Surf Together Again

2026-09-04 By Manuel Santos

Robert Voigt remembers his friend Nikos Chaldiadakis after the 71-year-old surfer was found dead off Gouves following a days-long search.

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West Nile Virus Areas Expand in Crete as Mosquito Control Intensifies

2026-09-04 By Arthur Butler

Crete has recorded three West Nile virus cases as Heraklion and Archanes-Asterousia join affected areas and mosquito control measures continue.

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