Crete

Chania Municipal Market Likely to Reopen in Summer 2024

Iorgos Pappas

Panagiotis Simandirakis, Mayor of Chania, says Chania Municipal Market (Agora) will reopen in the summer of 2024.

2 years ago

Kri Kri Ibex Embodies the Cretan Spirit of Resilience and Endurance

Mihaela Lica Butler

The Kri Kri Ibex is the national symbol of Crete Island, embodying the spirit of resilience and endurance of its residents.

2 years ago

The Beauty and Mystique of Koufonisi – A Best-Kept Secret of Crete

Phil Butler

Today, we bring you a fascinating place in time in the Libyan Sea, Koufonisi, and uninhabited treasure of Crete.

2 years ago

Vamos: A Captivating Blend of History, Tradition, and Nature

Mihaela Lica Butler

Vamos has seen the rise and fall of various civilizations, leaving behind a remarkable architectural heritage and a captivating history spanning over 1,300 years.

2 years ago

TRANSCEND European Project Mini-Summit Held at Zaros

Argophilia Travel News

The 1st Workshop of the TRANSCEND European Project was held in Zaros to address climate change and water scarcity.

2 years ago

Governor Stavros Arnautakis Honors Three Heroes of Ano Asites

Phil Butler

Crete’s Regional Governor, Stavros Arnautakis, attended a ceremony in Ano Asites village to unveil the busts of three heroic chieftains.

2 years ago

Crete’s EVOO Prices May Soon Rival Gold

Phil Butler

Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) prices in Greece are skyrocketing even before the harvest for 2023. A blazing Summer and draught are the cause.

2 years ago

Klearhos Marousakis: Bad Weather in Crete

Victoria Udrea

Meteorologist Clearchos Marousakis issued a Facebook SOS, warning that unfavorable weather conditions with tropical attributes are coming back in Crete.

2 years ago

“Taste of the Sea” Exhibition in Chania Through 31st December

Phil Butler

Ongoing until 31st December, the “Konstantine Volanakis: Nostos of the Sea” (taste of the sea) at the Municipal Art Gallery of Chania.

2 years ago

Top Autumn Getaway: Crete, a Must-Visit for Danes

Manuel Santos

Explore the wonders of Crete, the ultimate destination for Danish travelers. Discover hidden gems, immerse yourself in history, and embrace the Mediterranean charm.

2 years ago

Hotels in Ierapetra Record High Occupancy Rates Before the End of the Season

Mihaela Lica Butler

The hotels in Ierapetra are at maximum capacity just before the season ends, with occupancy rates comparable to those of 2019.

2 years ago

Rising Olive Oil Prices in Crete: 35% in Just One Month

Victoria Udrea

The price of olive oil has skyrocketed in Crete and Greece, with a staggering 35% increase on the shelf in just one month. In supermarkets, olive oil now costs 13.5 euros per liter.

2 years ago