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Severe Weather Forecast for Crete and the Dodecanese

Argophilia Travel News

The Ministry of Climate Crisis alerts on severe weather until Wednesday. Crete and Dodecanese face intense storms with heavy rain, wind, and hail.

1 year ago

Skalani – Myrtia Road Is a Death Trap Waiting to Happen

Iorgos Pappas

Public outcry erupts over dangerous conditions on the Skalani – Myrtia road in Crete. Concerns raised about risky repairs and urgent safety measures needed.

1 year ago

Chania’s Venetian Harbor Preps for Tourist Waves

Iorgos Pappas

Chania’s Venetian Harbor businesses gear up for the tourist season with maintenance efforts. Here’s what’s happening as the first international flights arrive soon.

1 year ago

IKEA in Heraklion’s Opening Delayed Again

Victoria Udrea

IKEA new store in Heraklion faces another delay, pushing the opening to April 16 due to unfinished exterior works.

1 year ago

Crete’s Balos, Elafonissi, and Falassarna Are Now Protected

Manuel Santos

Crete’s iconic beaches—Balos, Elafonissi, and Falassarna—are entering a new era of environmental preservation through groundbreaking agreements

1 year ago

Ancient Olympia Forks €8.3M for Repairs

Victoria Udrea

Lina Mendoni announced €8.3M in restoration and enhancement projects for Ancient Olympia’s monuments and infrastructure.

1 year ago

Falasarna, Balos-Gramvousa, and Elafonissi-Kedrodasos Inked for Conservation

Manuel Santos

Kissamos hosted the signing of vital conservation agreements for Falasarna, Balos-Gramvousa, and Elafonissi-Kedrodasos.

1 year ago

Free Minoan Guided Tour to the Lilies Mansion

Argophilia Travel News

Mark your calendars for a cultural journey through time! On Saturday, March 29, 2025, a guided tour will take visitors to two remarkable landmarks: the Minoan Lilies Mansion and Nirou Megaron. Perfect for lovers of history or anyone looking to break the monotony of mediocre weekend plans. Organized by the Municipality of Heraklion in collaboration […]

1 year ago

Trump Tariffs Empower Crete

Victoria Udrea

Kostas Zoukas talks about the impact the Greek olive sector with the US emerging as one of the top markets in the world.

1 year ago

Cretan Hoteliers Launch New Waste Management Initiative

Iorgos Pappas

Skipping the Waiting Game Crete’s hotel owners have decided to stop twiddling their thumbs waiting for government solutions. Instead, these proactive hoteliers are taking control of their own environmental impact. Waste piling up? They’ll handle it. And they’ve got the paperwork to prove it. Eight of the region’s key players in the hotel industry—names like […]

1 year ago

Kastelli Airport Wants You to Be White and Skilled

Manuel Santos

Kastelli Airport’s hiring criteria have raised eyebrows. Critics claim the hiring process reinforces stereotypes and lacks inclusivity.

1 year ago

Who Knew You Could Steal a Lake? Lake Lefkogeia’s Water Theft Scandal

Iorgos Pappas

Lake Lefkogeia is missing water, and not just from evaporation.

1 year ago

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Featured Stories

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We are not apologetic for this. In a fast-moving world, these tools allow us to focus on what really counts: investigating the issues, giving a voice to the marginalized, and maintaining the journalistic integrity you expect from us. We see AI not as a replacement for human judgment, but as an engine that amplifies our ability to inform, analyze, and tell the truth about our island and beyond.

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Stories of Interest

Minoa Pediada Circle of Culture Festival Papoura Hill

Minoa Pediada’s Circle of Culture Festival Returns with Focus on Papoura Hill and Byzantine Crete

2026-07-27 By Arthur Butler

The Circle of Culture Festival features archaeological tours, live music, local food, and events celebrating Crete’s cultural heritage.

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Tsoutsouras Beach Unveils State-of-the-Art Accessible Ramp for Swimmers with Disabilities

2026-07-27 By Manuel Santos

Minoa Pediadas Mayor Vasilis Kegkeroglou, accompanied by Deputy Mayors Manolis Zampoulakis and Giannis Symianakis alongside municipal technical officers, completed an inspection of a newly operational beach accessibility ramp in the coastal town of Tsoutsouras. Located on the eastern stretch of Tsoutsouras beach in the Pourgonero district, the new infrastructure allows individuals with mobility challenges and […]

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Crete’s Tourist Bus Operators Seek Permanent Fuel Relief as Costs Continue to Climb

2026-07-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Tourist bus operators in Crete are urging Greece’s government to introduce permanent fuel tax relief, warning that rising diesel costs threaten the sustainability of tourism transport services.

Municipal Market of Chania April 26 2026

Chania Agora Merchants Facing 24 Month Legal Battle Over Increased Rents

2026-07-27 By Kostas Raptis

Shopkeepers at Chania’s historic Municipal Market are reportedly considering legal action over newly announced rents.

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Tourist from Cyprus Arrested After Sprinting Half Naked into Heraklion Military Zone

2026-07-27 By Arthur Butler

A 25-year-old tourist from Cyprus was tackled and arrested after sprinting half-naked onto a military air defense base in Heraklion.

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