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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

Creta Maris Green Team Takes Action to Preserve Cretan Flora

Argophilia Travel News

As part of its social responsibility program, Creta Maris Beach Resort recently held a “Tree Preservation Day” event involving guests.

7 years ago

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76-Year-Old French Woman Dies Swimming in Chania

2026-09-14 By Manuel Santos

A 76-year-old French woman died after being found unconscious in the sea at Kalathas Beach in Chania. Authorities are investigating the circumstances.

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What Parents Should Know About Underage Drinking Before a Family Holiday in Crete

2026-09-14 By Arthur Butler

Recent cases in Chania and Rethymno show how easily teenagers can access alcohol in Crete, offering a cautionary reminder for families visiting the island.

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Why Giorgos Mazonakis Chose Pefkoi in Lasithi

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Giorgos Mazonakis had a long connection with Pefkoi near Makry Gialos in Lasithi, where he bought an old factory and turned it into a private home.

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Firefighters Rescue Two Tourists in Chania and Rethymno

2026-09-10 By Manuel Santos

Two tourist rescue operations took place in Crete on Thursday, with an American woman injured in Kissamos and a German tourist rescued from a trail in southern Rethymno.

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Heraklion Airport Gets 17 New Kiss & Fly Spaces for Quick Drop-Offs

2026-09-09 By Arthur Butler

Heraklion Airport has a new Kiss & Fly area, giving passengers and drop-off drivers a dedicated place for quick departures and arrivals without hunting for parking. The new facility, introduced by the Civil Aviation Authority outside Nikos Kazantzakis Airport, has 17 spaces for short stops. Patris reported the opening today. You drive in, drop off […]

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