Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” has achieved a significant milestone by handling over 8.6 million passengers in the span of a single season from January to November of this year. This sets a new all-time record for the airport, surpassing the previous record set in 2018. Airport Manager George Pliakas has projected that the total […]
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Unmanned Police Drones in the Cretan Skies
The Hellenic Police (EL.AS) has set up a team to operate police drones in Heraklion and other regional police departments.
Vote for Crete’s New Beauty Queen at the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest
Join the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest, “Miss Crete & Miss Crete Young 2023,” on Saturday, December 9, at the Garden of the Senses in Malades of Heraklion.
Heraklion Recognized as UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
The Municipality of Heraklion, in partnership with the Development Organization “Heraklion M.A.E.,” will host the official ceremony for Heraklion’s induction into the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCNN) on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Heraklion is among the 55 cities that recently joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network on World Cities Day, celebrated on October 31. The […]
Rosewood Blue Palace to Open in Crete in 2025
Crete’s Blue Palace will reopen in 2025 as Rosewood Blue Palace after a significant transformation.
Breaking News: Heraklion Airport Likely to Close for a Week
The Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR) will likely close for a week due to runway construction, as stated by manager Giorgos Pliakas.
Record Year For Knossos Palace: 15MM Euro Revenue
Knossos Palace has achieved record-breaking attendance, with a staggering one million visitors by the end of 2023. This influx of tourists has proved to be a financial boon for the state, with revenue expected to reach 15 million euros by the year’s end. These numbers surpass the visitation figures from 2019, marking a truly “golden” […]
Bettina Bad Weather and Spume in Crete
Spume was reported in Messara Municipality in Crete on Sunday. The phenomenon is not harmful or toxic.
Heart of Crete: Sfendoni Cave
Sfedoni Cave in Zoniana is part of the Psiloritis Natural Park, included in the European Geoparks Network, a network of protected areas with exceptional geological heritage under the auspices of UNESCO.
Breaking News: Spinalonga Electrification Project Commences
Work has started on laying the underwater cable to provide electricity to the island of Spinalonga. Officials, including the mayor of Agios Nikolaos, Mr. Antonis Zervos, met in Athens to discuss the progress of the project. The floating crane is ready to transport materials to the project site in the Gulf of Elounda. The cable […]
Cretan Herbs: Uses and Benefits
Cretan herbs play a vital role in the well-being of our people, and I encourage you to savour them during your time in Crete.
Hiking in Crete: Anydri Gorge
Anydri Gorge is a paradise for hikers seeking the unbeaten path. It’s a place where the soul of Crete reveals itself, inviting intrepid hikers to forge their unforgettable tales amidst nature’s untrammelled beauty.
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