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First Snow on the Psiloritis Mountains, Crete

Iorgos Pappas

Last night, when other parts of Crete experienced heavy rains and thunderstorms, the peaks of the Psiloritis Mountains embraced the first snowfall.

2 years ago

The Port of Heraklion Welcomed 364000 Passengers in 2023

Victoria Udrea

The cruise port of Heraklion has seen a 30% increase in arrivals this year compared to the same period last year, with 237 cruise ships bringing in 364,000 passengers. 

2 years ago

Breaking News: Higher Prices for Cretan Cheese

Iorgos Pappas

Increasing production expenses and a lack of raw materials are leading to higher prices for Cretan cheese.

2 years ago

Όχι Day: 10 Fascinating Facts You Need to Know

Iorgos Pappas

Όχι Day commemorates the courage and determination of the Cretan people during World War II when they said “Όχι” (No) to the Axis powers.

2 years ago

Chania Municipal Market Likely to Reopen in Summer 2024

Iorgos Pappas

Panagiotis Simandirakis, Mayor of Chania, says Chania Municipal Market (Agora) will reopen in the summer of 2024.

2 years ago

Kri Kri Ibex Embodies the Cretan Spirit of Resilience and Endurance

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Kri Kri Ibex is the national symbol of Crete Island, embodying the spirit of resilience and endurance of its residents. 

2 years ago

The Beauty and Mystique of Koufonisi – A Best-Kept Secret of Crete

Phil Butler

Today, we bring you a fascinating place in time in the Libyan Sea, Koufonisi, and uninhabited treasure of Crete.

2 years ago

Vamos: A Captivating Blend of History, Tradition, and Nature

Mihaela Lica Butler

Vamos has seen the rise and fall of various civilizations, leaving behind a remarkable architectural heritage and a captivating history spanning over 1,300 years. 

2 years ago

TRANSCEND European Project Mini-Summit Held at Zaros

Argophilia Travel News

The 1st Workshop of the TRANSCEND European Project was held in Zaros to address climate change and water scarcity.

2 years ago

Governor Stavros Arnautakis Honors Three Heroes of Ano Asites

Phil Butler

Crete’s Regional Governor, Stavros Arnautakis, attended a ceremony in Ano Asites village to unveil the busts of three heroic chieftains.

2 years ago

Crete’s EVOO Prices May Soon Rival Gold

Phil Butler

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) prices in Greece are skyrocketing even before the harvest for 2023. A blazing Summer and draught are the cause.

2 years ago

Klearhos Marousakis: Bad Weather in Crete

Victoria Udrea

Meteorologist Clearchos Marousakis issued a Facebook SOS, warning that unfavorable weather conditions with tropical attributes are coming back in Crete.

2 years ago

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14th Pancretan Forum Connects Farms and Hotels Again

2026-03-03 By Victoria Udrea

The 14th Pancretan Forum on March 7, at DEKK Gournes, strengthens links between Cretan producers and hotels, boosting local supply chains.

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Fuel Prices Climb as Gulf Tension Spreads

2026-03-03 By Iorgos Pappas

Fuel prices in Crete rise by 4–5% following the escalation in the Middle East, affecting transport, heating, and travel costs.

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Souda Base on Alert for the Fourth Day

2026-03-03 By Kostas Raptis

Souda remains on heightened alert for a fourth day as officials stress distance, air defense readiness and no immediate threat to Crete.

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Souda’s Strategic Position Explained

2026-03-03 By Kostas Raptis

Distance maps presented on Kriti TV show Iran is over 2,400 km from Souda, highlighting warning time and layered air defense in Crete.

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Crete Hotels Face Climate Test

2026-03-03 By Arthur Butler

Crete tourism officials push for a green transition in hotels by 2026, warning that climate resilience is a matter of survival.

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