Starting in June and continuing until the end of August, easyJet will no longer operate flights from Naples and Milan to Sitia Airport.
Crete
Crete’s Kotsifou Gorge Remains Closed Until Further Notice
Kotsifou Gorge remains close due to hazardous conditions as a result of a large rockslide back in March. Work continues to renovate.
Agios Nikolaos Hosts Week of Cretan Tradition This Week
The Municipality of Agios Nikolaos, with the support of the Region of Crete, is holding the ” Week of Cretan Tradition ” until June 21.
New Minoan Find Shines Light on Bumbling Crete Developers
The new airport near Kasteli is a transformation of a WW2 Nazi-Era airfield built to help supply Field Marshall Erwin Rommel in North Africa.
Coming Up June 15th – The 4th Ierapetra City Run
The Ierapetra city run will take place inside Vouzunerakeio municipal stadium for the second year in a row on June 15th.
Crete: A Miracle in the Wine Dark Sea
Homer referred to Crete as a rich island in the midst of the “wine dark sea.” Travelers usually miss the true magnetism of the island.
A Boy Who Goes Down to the Cretan Sea
Carl Sandburg’s “All Day Long” brings to mind a young boy, who will soon be a man, who loves the Cretan Sea.
Mosquito-Borne Diseases on the Rise in Europe
The European Center for Disease Control and Prevention (ECDC) has underscored the growing threat of mosquito-borne diseases in Europe due to climate change. The tiger mosquito (Aedes albopictus), native to Southeast Asian tropical woods, is an anthropophilic species adapted to various habitats and environments, especially in urban areas, as it seeks opportunities to prey on […]
Samaria National Park Closure Due to Rising Temperatures
Closure Schedule: The Natural Environment and Climate Change Organization has announced the closure of the Samaria National Forest, including its gorge and hiking trails, from both entrances. This decision follows an urgent weather alert issued by the National Meteorological Service forecasting exceptionally high temperatures. The Civil Protection Directorate, guided by this preventive measure, aims to […]
Mysterious 4,000-Year-Old Cretan Structure Poses Challenge to New Airport Construction
Papoura Hill, a 4,000-year-old circular structure, is potentially stalling the construction of a new airport near Kastelli.
Powerful 4.4 Earthquake Trembles Heraklion
Shortly before 9:00 AM, a popwerful earthquake was detected in Arkalochori, alarming local residents. Within just a few minutes, a second and stronger earthquake hit Heraklion, followed closely by another tremor moments later. These successive quakes have underscored the region’s seismic activity, capturing attention and precautionary measures. According to seismologist Gerassimos A. Papadopoulos, the fault […]
Crete Welcomes Tourists Seeking a Refuge from the Unusual Heat
As temperatures soar to an unusual high of 108 degrees Fahrenheit in Crete (42° Celsius), tourists are flocking to the picturesque hillsides, and the hospitality industry is thriving. Many luxury hotels are fully booked as the summer vacation season begins, with prices reflecting this increased demand. For June, the ultra-luxurious Elounda Beach Hotel in northern […]
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