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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

Argophilia Travel News

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

NaTour4CChange Is Dragging Cretan Tourism into the Climate Conversation

Kostas Raptis

NaTour4CChange, led by the Region of Crete, gathers local officials, experts, and tourists to confront climate change’s effect on coastal tourism.

1 year ago

What Happens When Olives Hit the Press Without Their Pits

Kostas Raptis

Olive oil production in Crete takes a satirical turn as experts and farmers gather in Heraklion to discuss kernelless olive processing.

1 year ago

Museum Visitor Numbers in Greece Surge

Victoria Udrea

Visitors to museums in Greece experienced a sharp increase in March 2025, according to the Hellenic Statistical Authority.

1 year ago

The Paradox of the Greek Tourism Model

Iorgos Pappas

Greece is reshaping its tourism model, with soaring arrivals but falling spending per visitor.

1 year ago

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Stories of Interest

Sitia Wildfire

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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Jellyfish Influx Hits Paleokastro and Heraklion Beaches Amid Late-Season Heat

2026-09-20 By Argophilia Travel News

Jellyfish have been reported near Paleokastro and other beaches in Heraklion, and swimmers are urged to take care when entering the water.

Mylopotamos police investigation

Cretan Counter-Terrorism Squad Smashes Subsidy Fraud and Drug Ring in Mylopotamos Sweep

2026-09-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Ten people were arrested in Mylopotamos after a months-long police investigation into alleged livestock subsidy fraud, drugs, theft, tax violations, and other offenses.

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French Swimmer Found Dead After Search Off Mades, Crete

2026-09-20 By Argophilia Travel News

A French tourist was found dead at sea off Mades near Agia Pelagia after an extensive search involving the Coast Guard, fishermen, divers, and aerial resources.

Heraklion power cuts catering tourist season

Heraklion Power Cuts Hit Restaurants, Tourism, and Local Businesses

2026-09-20 By Victoria Udrea

Repeated power outages across Heraklion have left households and businesses counting losses, with restaurants reporting spoiled food, canceled bookings and lost revenue during Crete’s tourist season.

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