Crete

Manuel Santos

Join the village of Fodele this Sunday, March 29, for the 11th Orange Festival, with traditional Cretan flavors, music, and art.

3 months ago

Mihaela Lica Butler

With the Middle East conflict looming, Crete faces a booking freeze. From April’s dual Easters to a risky May, here is the outlook for Greece’s largest island.

3 months ago

Iorgos Pappas

Petrol prices in Crete exceed €2 per litre, leading to higher costs for car rentals, excursions, and self-drive holidays.

3 months ago

Iorgos Pappas

Matala Street Painting returns on June 14, 2026. Free event for all ages—bring your brushes and paint the streets where hippies once walked.

3 months ago

Kostas Raptis

The Association of Professional Taxi Drivers of Heraklion strongly condemns the newly passed passenger transport bill, calling it a tombstone for the profession, as it favours multinationals and tourism interests.

3 months ago

Iorgos Pappas

Region of Crete promotes authentic experiences at the Greek Tourism Workshop in Ghent. Strong interest in hiking, gastronomy, culture, and getting out of the hotel.

3 months ago

Argophilia Travel News

Crete launches a series of events for its European Region of Gastronomy 2026 title, to connect local producers, tourism, and local cuisine.

3 months ago

Iorgos Pappas

Heavy rainfall across Hersonissos and nearby areas is strengthening water reserves, offering cautious optimism for Crete’s upcoming water season.

3 months ago

Iorgos Pappas

The dangerous spots in Kourtaliotiko Gorge are supposedly fixed, and the road is next for an Easter reopening.

3 months ago

Victoria Udrea

Hersonissos Municipality launches the third phase of its 2030 place branding strategy with a questionnaire for tourism professionals.

3 months ago