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ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference to Address Crete Agricultural Adaptation

Argophilia Travel News

Coming up in Heraklion June 24th and 25th, the ADAPTtoCLIMATE Conference will focus on the adaptation of the agricultural sector to climate change.

6 years ago

Meeting of MP Nikos Egoumenidou and Heraklion Mayor Vassilis Labrino

Phil Butler

The officials met to discuss the future progress of an already approved €17.7 million euro project to revamp Heraklion’s water system.

6 years ago

The Hellenic Odyssey Begins 2019-2020 Introductory Crete Tours

Aleksandr Shatskih

This season in Chania, tour provider The Hellenic Odyssey offers experiential cultural and culinary tours of Chania and surrounds.

6 years ago

A Collection of Aegean Sea Yoga Journeys for 2019

Phil Butler

Here are a few 2019 yoga journeys for every level of experience in the beautiful Aegean, recommended by Argophilia.

6 years ago

Kazantzakis Museum: 4th International Festival of Speech and Art in July

Argophilia Travel News

The Kazantzakis Museum and Region of Crete present the 4th International Festival of Speech and Art in July.

6 years ago

A Story of the sMALL gODS of Crete Island

Phil Butler

A story of the people of Crete, small gods every one, and a Taverna owner whose love shines through her business.

6 years ago

Crete’s Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019

Phil Butler

The “Nature Loves Courage Festival 2019” at Sougia kicks off June 7th and 8th in the far-southwest of Crete Island.

6 years ago

Chania Carries on in 2019 the Program of Free Tours of the Municipality

Argophilia Travel News

For 2019 the highly successful program of free tours of the Municipality of Chania “CONSCIOUS OF THE POPULAR US” is to continue.

6 years ago

One Step at a Time: The Heraklion Urban Landscape Rejuvenated

Phil Butler

Another amazing Heraklion playground was inaugurated last week at the junction of Itanos and Kalamas streets (near the Aghia Anna Temple).

6 years ago

Sitia Bay Resort Project Moves Forward in Crete’s Far East

Phil Butler

The massive Sitia Bay Resort development in the far-east of Crete appears to be moving forward at a faster clip after Iktinos takeover.

6 years ago

Daedalus Exhibition at the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio

Phil Butler

At the Archaeological Museum of Iraklio, the exhibition “Daedalus: In the Footsteps of the Legendary Craftsman,” runs through March 1st of 2020.

6 years ago

The Best Insta-Sunsets from Amazing Crete Island

Phil Butler

A collection of the best Instagram sunset images from around Crete Island. Amazing inta-sunsets from an island paradise like no other.

6 years ago

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Crete announces a €2.06 million cultural and sports programme for 2026, even as water shortages, infrastructure strain, and airport delays raise hard questions.

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