Another amazing Heraklion playground was inaugurated last week at the junction of Itanos and Kalamas streets (near the Aghia Anna Temple).
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Sitia Bay Resort Project Moves Forward in Crete’s Far East
The massive Sitia Bay Resort development in the far-east of Crete appears to be moving forward at a faster clip after Iktinos takeover.
Daedalus Exhibition at the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio
At the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio, the exhibition “Daedalus: In the Footsteps of the Legendary Craftsman,” runs through March 1st of 2020.
The Best Insta-Sunsets from Amazing Crete Island
A collection of the best Instagram sunset images from around Crete Island. Amazing inta-sunsets from an island paradise like no other.
Crete’s Summer of 2019 Begins With Almyra in Agia Pelagia
This past weekend we had the pleasure of visiting one of our favorite Crete hangouts, the amazing Almyra Seaside Food and Cocktails, for their season opener. Located in unbelievable Agia Pelagia, Almyra is one of those places you will never forget. Here’s a recap of yet another evening of hospitality magic right on one of […]
Kastelli Airport Project Goes Forward on Crete
Greece’s Parliament has ratified an agreement to build a modern international airport at Kastelli on Crete.
Sideroad Childhood Dreams on Crete
Angeliki Kleidoniari is not the first thing you see at Tzo Tavena – it’s Tomas. We stopped at Tzo Taverna on a whim – it’s on the left on the way from Heraklion to Hersonissos, right before Gouves, in a place called Kokkini Hani. It’s nothing much to look at from the street, but the […]
The Best Crete Travel Deals This Spring
A selection of Crete vacation deals for Spring 2019 that make the island of the Minoans a top choice.
In the Bossom of Crete: Iliostasio Rediscovers Ancient Medicinal
Cretan farmers Kostas and Giannis Fragkiadakis run the Iliostasio Farm as the ancients must have, with love and dedication.
A Guide for Dining in Heraklion While You’re On Crete
Heraklion, Crete’s biggest city and Greece’s fifth largest, holds many fascinating touristic treasures including some amazing restaurants.
The Legend of Glaucus of Crete: Divining Ancient Mysteries
The following story-report brings to the forefront the question “When do we consider a multitude of coincidences key parts of a greater fact?”
Experience Southern Crete: Sfakia and Beyond
The Sfakia region is the largest municipality on Crete. Located in the extreme south of Chania Prefecture, this natural wonderland was once home to over 40,000 residents. Today, the region has less than 2,000 full-time residents spread out over an area of 468 square kilometers. Situated about 75 km from Chania city, Chora Sfakion (Hora […]