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The Region of Crete Brings the 20th Hidden Treasure Hunt to Heraklion

Argophilia Travel News

The 20th annual Hidden Treasure Hunt takes place in Heraklion Sunday, April 9, 2023.

3 years ago

China’s Minister of Culture and Tourism Visits Kazantzakis Museum

Phil Butler

The Minister of Culture and Tourism of China HU Heping meets Crete’s Governor Arnautakis at Kalzantzakis Museum.

3 years ago

An Exciting NSRF Initiative “Crete Future Van” Will Be Presented April 3rd

Phil Butler

A five-day trip led via Crete Future Van by Paralympian Antonis Tsapatakis will be part of a presentation April 6th at Aquila Atlantis Hotel.

3 years ago

Region of Crete Promotes the UNESCO regions of Crete at ITB Berlin and Beyond

Phil Butler

The UNESCO Regions of Crete (Samaria-Psiloritis-Asterousia-Siteia) operated an individual stand at the ITB Berlin tourism exhibition.

3 years ago

“SITIA’S SUP 2023” Coming Up 18 & 19 March

Argophilia Travel News

“SITIAS SUP 2023” is coming up 18 & 19 March at the Sitia Marina. The competition is organized by the Nautical Club of Sitia.

3 years ago

Crete’s South Coast: Submerged Surprises

Marcus Hinfelaar

Crete’s south coast is a paradise for beachgoing, watersports, and exploring. Few visitors realize the submarine surprises in store for them.

3 years ago

Freshwater “Miracles” of Crete Island

Marcus Hinfelaar

Crete is often thought of as a beach destination, but there are many miraculous freshwater phenomena to be found in the south of the island.

3 years ago

Light Plane Crashes After Takeoff from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

Phil Butler

A light, single-engine aircraft crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport earlier today.

3 years ago

Numo Ierapetra Offers a Magic Escape on Crete’s South Coast

Phil Butler

Numo Ierapetra fits perfectly in the unique enclave between the mountains and the clear Libyan Sea of Crete’s south coast.

3 years ago

December 4th the 20th Annual “Minoan Feat” Long Distance Races Start

Phil Butler

December 4th, the Region of Crete hosts the 20th “Minoan Feat” long-distance footrace from Phaistos to the Minoan Palace of Knossos. 

3 years ago

Crete is Becoming a Top Winter Refuge and Remote Working Destination

Phil Butler

Crete is experiencing a big wave of temporary or permanent relocations because of the energy crisis looming over northern European countries.

3 years ago

Crete Authorities Vow to Eliminate Minoa River Pollution 

Phil Butler

Crete Vice-governor Nikos Xylouris and Police Director Nick Spyridakis meet to mitigate Minoa River pollution problem.

3 years ago

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Stories of Interest

Crete storms Tuesday

Storms Expected Tuesday in Crete

2026-10-25 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete faces rain and thunderstorms from Sunday, with stronger storms Tuesday and northerly winds strengthening Wednesday.

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Body of Man Recovered From Sea East of Gavdos

2026-10-25 By Manuel Santos

A man’s body was recovered from the sea east of Gavdos by a Frontex vessel and taken to Chora Sfakion. His identity remains unknown.

Crete Road Deaths

Crete Recorded 238 Road Deaths Between 2020 and 2025

2026-10-25 By Argophilia Travel News

ELSTAT data cited by Nea Kriti records 238 road deaths in Crete between 2020 and 2025, with Heraklion reporting the highest number.

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GNTO Reopens Melbourne Office to Target Australian Travelers Year-Round

2026-10-24 By Argophilia Travel News

Greece reopens its GNTO Melbourne office to target Australian travelers with year-round tourism, culture, gastronomy and lesser-known destinations.

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Agios Nikolaos Hosts Dance World Cup Qualifiers This Weekend

2026-10-24 By Argophilia Travel News

Agios Nikolaos hosts Dance World Cup Greece and Cyprus qualifiers this weekend, with competitions and a Gala leading to the 2027 final in Lisbon.

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