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Urgent Call for Water Management in Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Update: for a possible solution, please read Addressing Water Scarcity in Crete: Innovative Air-to-water Solutions The chronic water scarcity in Crete continues to escalate. Crete’s reservoirs started showing signs of severe depletion as early as March, foreshadowing a harsh summer ahead. The current state of the reservoirs is alarming and insufficient to address the island’s […]

Chania Wildfire Situation Intensifies Under Heat Emergency

Phil Butler

Crete Island and much of the rest of Greece are experiencing stalling heat, water shortages, and a rash of threatening wildfires. The most recent news comes from Chania Prefecture on Crete, where the villages of Agriles and Livada and the broader area were the most recent hit. According to the news, villages and settlements in […]

An Extra Virgin Olive Oil “Kriti” Event Aims to Further Excellence

Argophilia Travel News

The Region of Crete and the Hellenic Mediterranean University, in collaboration with the Municipality of Anogeia, are organizing an evening to establish the quality of the Extra Virgin Olive Oil “Kriti.” The event will take place on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 6:30 p.m., in the Cinema Hall in “Armi” Square. This important info/training event […]

Laiki Market in Pateles: A Must-Visit Destination

Argophilia Travel News

The Laiki Market (weekly market) in Pateles has become a top tourist spot in Heraklion every Saturday morning. Tourists flock to this bustling market, eager to immerse themselves in the genuine Cretan lifestyle. Colourful stalls brim with fresh fruits, vegetables, renowned Cretan olive oil, cheeses, and honey. Additional items include: No visit to the Laiki […]

Tourism Shortfall in Cyprus: A Serious Concern for 2024

Kostas Raptis

The Cyprus Hoteliers Association (PASYXE) President, Thanos Michaelides, has raised alarms about an anticipated shortfall of 30,000 tourists this season, resulting in a loss of €25 million in revenue. The need to extend the tourism season and ensure year-round hotel operations is critical. Doing so could mitigate labor market seasonality, strengthen local businesses, increase state […]

Urgent Travel Warnings for Crete: Extreme Heat and Over-Tourism

Mihaela Lica Butler

Extreme Heat Grips Europe: Several regions in Europe, particularly Greece, Italy, and Spain, are experiencing severe heatwaves with temperatures surpassing 40°C. The British Red Cross noted these “unusually hot weather conditions” at the end of June. Tragically, British TV presenter Michael Mosley was reported as missing or deceased during Greece’s historic heatwave. Over-Tourism Sparks Protests: […]

Floating Platform Reinstated at Cretan Beach

Manuel Santos

Platform Restored to Ensure Safety Visitors to the famed Balos Beach in western Crete can now disembark safely, thanks to the reinstatement of a floating platform. A video that surfaced on social media revealed tourists struggling to reach the shore, wading through neck-deep water while holding their belongings aloft. Giorgos Mylonakis, the mayor of Kissamos, […]

Crete’s Local Residents Suffer Amidst Mass Tourism

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Strain of Mass Tourism Crete anticipates a surge in tourists this summer, putting an increasing strain on local resources. Villagers, particularly in small communities, face a severe water shortage that makes daily life more difficult and deters visitors. The small village of Kokkino Chorio in the Chania region is one example of an intolerable […]