Crete

Kostas Raptis

The professional tour guides of Crete and Santorini organized a strike today, Thursday, July 11, to oppose a proposed bill by the Ministry of Tourism. According to the tour guides, the legislation “degrades and alters the challenging nature of their profession.” Details of the Protest Support from the Labor Center of Heraklion (EKI) The Labor […]

2 years ago

Kostas Raptis

Digital Nomads are beckoned to take a survey launched by the JoInOuT to begin formulating ways to host Digital Nomads in Crete.

2 years ago

Victoria Udrea

Minoa Pediada’s declaration of a state of emergency underscores the severity of the water crisis in Crete and the immediate need for action.

2 years ago

Manuel Santos

Ligaria Beach in Malevizi has installed SeaTrac infrastructure for disabled and mobility-impaired people for the second year.

2 years ago

Phil Butler

Amazonas Park Crete is a great half-day excursion for kids of all ages located halfway between Malia and Agios Nikolaos.

2 years ago

Kostas Raptis

The Greek Ministry of Culture has embarked on an extensive renovation of the entrance to the archaeological site of Elefsina.

2 years ago

Iorgos Pappas

Despite the current heat wave in Greece there is some relief for Crete’s visitors as the Meltemi winds are expected to cool down the island.

2 years ago

Argophilia Travel News

Ikos Olivia in Halkidiki is the first resort in Greece to earn the coveted LEED O&M Gold Certification for existing buildings.

2 years ago

Manuel Santos

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has announced significant infrastructure upgrades at Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR), driven by a 60% exceedance of its maximum capacity during summer. The airport is undergoing continuous modernisation to manage this increase and maintain service quality. Key Upgrades Implemented: Planned Improvements Post-Summer: Executed Operational Security Upgrades: […]

2 years ago

Iorgos Pappas

The water shortage crisis in Crete is escalating, with numerous municipalities requesting a state of emergency.

2 years ago

Mihaela Lica Butler

Kourtaliotis Springs, located 22km south of Rethymno, has become popular, attracting numerous visitors. This surge in footfall has raised concerns over fire hazards and potential injuries among tourists. Geography and Natural Beauty The Kourtaliotis Gorge spans 3km from the village of Koxare and is nestled between the towering peaks of Kouroupa and Koules in the […]

2 years ago