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Five of Crete’s Best Quiet Vacation Hideaways

Phil Butler

If ever there were a time to fly to Crete to find that perfect, quiet hideaway for vacation, this year is it.

4 years ago

Antonios Karatzis Shows How Crete Luxury Hospitality Is Done

Phil Butler

Argophilia introduces readers to Antonios Karatzis and the crown jewel of his growing company, Nana Princess Suites, Villas, and Spa.

4 years ago

4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Rattles Residents in Northern Crete

Argophilia Travel News

A light earthquake magnitude 4.3 registered in the Sea of Crete some 36 km North-West of Heraklion, Crete this morning.

4 years ago

Crete’s Businesses With An “Instagram Vibe” Going On

Phil Butler

A selection of Instagram shares from businesses on Crete that have help express the Cretan vibe through their photos.

4 years ago

3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Off Crete’s Southern Coast

Argophilia Travel News

A light 3.9 earthquake struck four hours ago off the southern coast of Heraklion Prefecture on Crete island according to NOA.

4 years ago

A Crete 2021 Tourism Season Instagram Reconnaissance [May 30]

Phil Butler

The 2021 tourism season on Crete has opened but so far there don’t seem to be too many tourists on the island. Here’s the Instagram intel.

4 years ago

Civitel Creta Beach Welcomes Travelers May 28th

Phil Butler

Civitel Creta Beach hotel, a member of Civitel Hotels & Resorts, will hold its grand opening event for the Summer of 2021 on Friday, May 28.

4 years ago

Return to Margarites and Keramion On a Quest for Simple Perfection

Phil Butler

Our search for Minoan ceramic perfection takes us back to Margarites Village and the amazing workshop Keramion.

4 years ago

Koutsounari Traditional Cottages: A Tripadvisor Traveler’s Choice Gem

Phil Butler

One of southern Crete’s most enchanting stays, Koutsounari Traditional Cottages was just named a 2021 Travelers Choice Award winner.

4 years ago

The Keftiu Legend: When Peace Swayed All Creatures

Phil Butler

Knowledge of the Keftiu, the place, and the people said to have been the “nail that held up the world,” may reveal the path humanity missed.

4 years ago

More Crete Adventures In the Middle of the Marvelous Nowhere

Phil Butler

Another epic, if unexpected Crete marvelous nowhere adventure to find the Monumental Olive Tree of Paliama outside the tiny village of Moroni.

4 years ago

Crete Farmers Forced to Toss Produce Because of Pandemic

Phil Butler

Crete’s agricultural growers are being forced to discard products on account of very low demand brought on by the pandemic.

4 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete tourism 2026

Crete’s Tourism Season Begins as Industry Watches Middle East Developments

2026-03-02 By Kostas Raptis

Crete’s tourism season officially begins with no flight disruptions, while professionals monitor Middle East tensions and potential impact on Israeli arrivals.

Sitia sustainable tourism

Sitia Sends a Clear Warning on the New Tourism Spatial Plan

2026-03-02 By Arthur Butler

Sitia Municipal Council unanimously opposes the new Tourism Spatial Framework, citing incomplete Natura 2000 environmental studies.

Tsiknopempti 2026 sales drop

Carnival Failed to Boost Heraklion Restaurants as Winter Losses Hit 50%

2026-03-02 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion’s food and entertainment sector reports winter losses of up to 50%, with Carnival and Tsiknopempti failing to revive revenues despite strong street attendance.

Heraklion Airport February 2026

Heraklion Airport Traffic Soars in February With 323% Surge in International Passengers

2026-03-02 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion Airport reports +10.93% increase in domestic passengers and a 323% rise in international traffic in February 2026 compared to last year.

Zaros Gorge indefinite closure

Zaros Gorge Closes Indefinitely After Rockfall Danger

2026-02-27 By Iorgos Pappas

Zaros Gorge, the hiking route leading to Rouvas Forest in Heraklion, is officially closed until further notice.

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