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Here’s Why You Must Visit Knossos When You Vacation on Crete

Mihaela Lica Butler

Ruins are ruins: old bricks, aged stonework, dry moss, and cracks. But, at Knossos the right mindset evokes the sublime.

4 years ago

Happy Easter From Argophilia & Five of Crete’s Best

Phil Butler

Happy Easter from the team at Argophilia and the famously friendly people of the island of Crete!

4 years ago

7 Instagram Shares To Make You Fly to Crete in 2021

Phil Butler

Seven reasons you simply must fly to Crete in 2021. Stunning beaches, amazing valleys, Garden of Eden gorges, and unequalled variety await.

4 years ago

Fit in Crete Plans 5-Day Kythera Island E-bike Adventure

Phil Butler

Fit in Crete plans a 5-day adventure on one of the Mediterranean’s most fantastic island paradises, Kythera Island.

4 years ago

Crete Region Gives “Green Light” for Dive Park Ierapetra

Phil Butler

A committee on the environment from the Region of Crete has just unanimously approved a project for the creation of Dive Park Ierapetra.

4 years ago

Five Stunning and Sexy Adults-Only Hotels on Crete

Phil Butler

Here is a shortlist of some of the most recommended adults-only resorts and hotels for romantic getaways on Crete island.

4 years ago

Spring Warms the Waters Off Crete’s Fabulous Beaches

Phil Butler

It’s finally Spring on Crete island, and the pristine waters offshore are warming and welcoming visitors and locals alike.

4 years ago

Gavdos Accident Frames Extent of Athens Disconnectedness

Phil Butler

The Greek leadership shows a total disconnect from the public trust. A recent accident shows no contingencies emergencies.

4 years ago

Crete: Birthplace of the Wild Goddess of the Hunt

Aleksandr Shatskih

On Crete, there is a legend, a god or goddess, or a myth around every bend in the road or turn of a river.

4 years ago

Pieces of Crete: Sharing a Paradise Like No Other

Phil Butler

More Instagram shares from the mysterious and beautiful Crete island, a paradise like no other place in the world.

4 years ago

Are Big Tour Operators Sailing Crete to a Point of No Return?

Phil Butler

TUI and Hapag-Lloyd intend on making Crete a new base of operations for late Spring and Summer 2021. But, is this a good thing, or bad?

4 years ago

“Remain Calm” Greek Ministers Have “Everything” Under Control

Phil Butler

The people of Crete are weary of ongoing COVID-19 restrictions and the seeming inability of Greek leadership to protect them.

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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