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Students on Crete Connect With Tourism Professionals in Career Initiative

Aleksandr Shatskih

The Tipping Point (TTP) and the G & A Mamidakis Foundation joined forces recently on Crete to offer an educational program for students.

7 years ago

Moscow TV Producer Ramilya Gilyazova and the Cretan Paradise

Phil Butler

A couple of weeks back we had the privilege of spending time with one of Russia’s most successful TV producers here on Crete. Ramilya Gilyazova of Channel 360, was on Greece’s biggest island for two weeks in June and July, and we thought to get her impressions about the island. We spent a few days […]

7 years ago

Prime Minister Mitsotakis Headed to Crete for Family Holiday

Phil Butler

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis is headed to his hometown of Chania for an abbreviated family vacation.

7 years ago

Island Eco Ferries and ANENDYK Cooperate for Gavdos Island Bookings

Aleksandr Shatskih

Island Eco Ferries Ltd. has announced a cooperation with shipping company ANENDYK for eSales of passenger tickets to Gavdos.

7 years ago

Puppet Theater of Crete Presents New Production August 7th & 8th

Aleksandr Shatskih

Coming up August 7th and 8th at the Bethlehem Gate in Heraklion, the Puppet Theater of Crete will debut a new summer production featuring a legendary start starting at 21:00.

7 years ago

Giortes Rokkas 2019 Kicks Off Tonight With Opening Ceremonies

Phil Butler

The opening ceremonies of the 7th edition of the Giortes Rokkas Festival take place tonight in Rokka Square in Chania Prefecture August 1st.

7 years ago

Capoeira Crete-Cordão de Ouro Offering Yoga Instruction in August

Argophilia Travel News

Coming up in Heraklion throughout August, Capoeira Cordão de Ouro Crete fitness will host Yoga instruction with Polyvios Efraimoglou.

7 years ago

Coming This Fall in Fabulous Rethymno: Sports and More Sports

Phil Butler

Coming up in Rethymno, two major athletic events promise participants, locals, and visitors to the region a “one of” sports opportunity. The Isoman Equalized Triathalon and the 2019 Socca World Cup make September and October in Rethymno a unique destination.

7 years ago

Minoan Group’s Crete Development: Fishing for Investors Off Itanos Gaia

Phil Butler

Minoan Group says Stewart Travel was a veritable boat anchor for its Crete resort endeavor. Will the project finally go forward now?

7 years ago

Crete Events to Finish July and Start Get August Right

Phil Butler

Coming up at the end of the week and this weekend on Crete, some performances not to miss.

7 years ago

Dictamus Shop Joins TripAdvisor Faves in Platanias

Phil Butler

Dictamus Shop opened in Platanias last Thursday offering local herbs, olive oils, wines, and wonderful Cretan cheeses.

7 years ago

Another 5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Crete Island

Phil Butler

A 5.3 magnitude earthquake shook Crete early this morning. The deep tremor centered 23 kilometers west of Heraklion was felt island wide.

7 years ago

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Wildfire Breaks Out Near Zoniana in Mylopotamos, Crete

2026-08-21 By Argophilia Travel News

Firefighters, ground crews, and a helicopter are battling a wildfire in low vegetation near Zoniana, Crete, as the island sits at high risk Level 3.

Crete safety news

Crete Police Seize Suspected Illegal Alcohol and Enough Laughing Gas for 30,000 Balloons

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Heraklion police raided a local bar, seizing over 1,000 liters of untaxed alcohol and nitrous oxide cylinders capable of filling 30,000 balloons.

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21st Traffic Fatality of 2026 Claims a 21-Year-Old in Rethymno

2026-08-20 By Victoria Udrea

A 21-year-old motorcyclist died after a crash with a taxi in Rethymno, pushing Crete’s 2026 road death toll beyond 20 amid renewed safety concerns.

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Crete Hotels Are 100% Full, and So Are Their Employees

2026-08-20 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion hotels are at 100% capacity, but staff are trapped in endless 20-day contracts, doing three jobs at once, and being told to forget to clock in.

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Crete Summer Season Extends Through October

2026-08-20 By Iorgos Pappas

Crete’s tourism season remains strong, with 400-plus aircraft movements on peak days and high demand for September and October.

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